Chaffing? (lifting, runner, body, plan)

[d-boy-80]

Hey guys and gals. I am running 4 miles a day and I plan to do more. But I used to experience chaffing often so I bought spandex(?) shorts to prevent chaffing. But now I have chaffing occurring again. Any ideas? Do I need to get new shorts? Is that the answer.

[Azmordean]

Originally Posted by d-boy-80

Hey guys and gals. I am running 4 miles a day and I plan to do more. But I used to experience chaffing often so I bought spandex(?) shorts to prevent chaffing. But now I have chaffing occurring again. Any ideas? Do I need to get new shorts? Is that the answer.

I'm mainly a lifter not a runner, but I'm partial to UnderArmour Heat Gear compression shorts as an undergarment. Used to wear a jock for lifting, but I find the UA keeps my junk in place just as well and also provides excellent range of motion, keeps you cool and gives protection from the dreaded chafing . You might give them a try.

[broadbill]

Apply body-glide before every run. Last for about 10 miles.

[Houston_2010]

I agree w broadbill, try BodyGlide. Or you can get a bit longer compression short/leggin so that it doesn't ride up and cause problems.

[bs13690]

My problem with chafing is that it only occurs every so often. So to use something every time seems a little wasteful for me. I think I need to pay attention to what underwear I am wearing when it happens. Even though they are all boxer briefs, some are cut differently than others so maybe that is part of the problem.

[veuvegirl]

Use Body Glide, tight clothing and vaseline. I have run over 26 miles using this and no chaffing.