Comments on: Thighs are rubbing me the wrong way

By: utrwr

utrwr — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:05:05 +0000

to get your inner thighs to stop burning, try applying vaseline to the area before your run. Also, if you are running in spandex, you may have an allergy to spandex (also called lycra) that is causing the burning. That burning should not be happening. Do you have any other skin rash or sensitivity issues? I stay away from lycra as much as possible, go for flat seams in the inseam. Prana makes some shorts out of all nylon that are stretchy, if you want stretchy. I agree with the person who suggested going up a size. I wish you the best in your efforts!

THANKS!! Spandex has actually helped. It was skin against skin before and that was why it was burning. I am hoping by next short wearing season that it won’t be an issue.

By: eryn76

eryn76 — Tue, 27 May 2008 18:28:32 +0000

I use jersey shorts when I run or walk. There is NO way you’d see me in short running shorts…even if I was thin.

What about Body Glide? http://www.gotbody.com

I haven’t used it myself, but my mom has used it before and says it’s wonderful. Not sure if it would help, but I would think that it would help the fabric from riding up since there would be some lubricant there.

By: tiny2b

tiny2b — Thu, 22 May 2008 05:52:24 +0000

I have some cotton capris that I love running in. They are like yoga pant capris with a draw string waist. I tried it in regular yoga pants with an elastic waist and they kept falling down. I don’t even want to THINK about shorts until I’ve lost at least five more pounds.

By: getupnow

getupnow — Thu, 22 May 2008 02:30:02 +0000

I am guessing you have tried the cotton/poly/spandex ones? Mine are like 10% spandex. Of course, my tortoise pace doesn’t exactly generate a lot of heat!

By: bigprof

bigprof — Thu, 22 May 2008 00:46:01 +0000

I’m so glad you asked this question cause I’ve been on the verge of being arrested several times for staring too closely at runners in shorts trying to figure out their secret…the shorts I have do the riding up the inner thigh thing & it makes me nuts…the ones I see people wearing don’t do that.

So I guess spandex it is, but I’m going to see what happens when I do a combo of spandex with another short over them.

Let us know when you find something that works!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Wed, 21 May 2008 14:38:31 +0000

You might try spandex shorts with regular shorts over. That way you won’t feel like everyone can see every curve and dimple in your legs but you can also avoid the rubbing. Also, you could try some baby powder on your inner thighs before running.

By: feathers

feathers — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:48:50 +0000

I know the whole shorts thing. It sucks, doesn’t it? I take five or ten normal steps, the shorts ride up, and then I take an extra long step to get them back in place again. Makes me look spastic.

I have a nice pair of pants, and I guess they’re spandex. Come down to below my knees. My thighs just glide past each other. Much better. Maybe not for anyone watching my hugs arse encased in spandex wobbling about the place, but, heh, that’s their problem.

By: travelgal

travelgal — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:59:37 +0000

Hi there!

I second the above comment, I’ve tried working out (weights, elliptical, running) with shorts and it just doesnt work. Spandex is definitely the way to go. if you’re in the market for a great pair, nike has some awesome ones.

good luck!

By: djdiamond13

djdiamond13 — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:00:00 +0000

I know you said you tried spandex but that is really what prevents this…if your legs feel tight in them just get a size up from what you are and make sure you dont dry..let them air dry.