Nipples................................& running

PJ64
PJ64 Posts: 866 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Sorry if its not exactly the Nipply topic some were hoping, But, I was running outside today and it was a little chilly but not too bad. Apparantly my nipples thought it was colder and were rubbing on my shirt. After my run I was walking back to the gym and this lady said "Excuse me but did you know you're bleeding?" YUP, rubbed raw and bleeding, so any advice on what to do to prevent this? and NO DUCT TAPE :tongue:

I know I don't need to say this to you MFP loonies but of course feel free to ad your jokes/puns/lurid talk:wink:
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  • iWaffle
    iWaffle Posts: 2,208 Member
    Dude, you need a better sports bra. :laugh:

    I don't know. Band-aids? A snugger shirt that doesn't move so much?
  • Dawnymaries
    Dawnymaries Posts: 109
    I don't really have any advice.... but I've got to say I have never heard of this before.

    Ouuuuuuch! :s Maybe try a different material for your top... lol.
  • SoDamnHungry
    SoDamnHungry Posts: 6,998 Member
    Actually, I would say try athletic tape or something.
  • PJ64
    PJ64 Posts: 866 Member
    Dude, you need a better sports bra. :laugh:



    For my MOOBS? :laugh:
  • Bossit
    Bossit Posts: 118 Member
    lawl. I would try body glide. or perhaps liquid skin made for blisters. I've used it. Its like kevlar for your nipples
  • PJ64
    PJ64 Posts: 866 Member
    lawl. I would try body glide. or perhaps liquid skin made for blisters. I've used it. Its like kevlar for your nipples

    Nice, thanks
  • MNchick
    MNchick Posts: 371 Member
    Body glide will save you.

    My coworker had the same problem and now he gets a stick of Body Glide from me for his bday!
  • Cheval13
    Cheval13 Posts: 350 Member
    This is a common running topic... especially for long distance runners. Vaseline can help, as can band-aids. Tight fitting clothes can only help so much...
  • zmoreno10
    zmoreno10 Posts: 69 Member
    Body glide works well in numerous different areas.

    My personal preference is to wear a compression shirt as it really cuts down on the rubby rub.
  • jesse1379
    jesse1379 Posts: 239 Member
    3M Transpore Medical tape. You can get it at any drugstore and it works wonders. I know because I have the same problem:)
  • ann81091
    ann81091 Posts: 5
    :smile: bandaids?????
  • corn63
    corn63 Posts: 1,580 Member
    My friend runs marathons and she told me about this. I thought it was crazy too but it makes sense. She used bandaids and a tight fitting shirt. Worked perfectly.
  • Muddy_Yogi
    Muddy_Yogi Posts: 1,459 Member
    Body glide will save you.

    My coworker had the same problem and now he gets a stick of Body Glide from me for his bday!

    THIS. And Tara....Seriously girl...you need to live closer! I need better bday presents lmao!
  • 2012asv
    2012asv Posts: 702 Member
    LOL!

    all joking aside though, use lanolin. The same thing happens to new moms who are breastfeeding. Hurts like hell.
  • Steve_Runs
    Steve_Runs Posts: 443 Member
    Nipple guards, band aids or shirtless. i go shirtless, but where i live it doesn't get much colder then 30 so that's doable.
  • atsteele
    atsteele Posts: 1,358 Member
    Stay away from cotton t-shirts when running. Cotton = Devil (at least in the running arena)
  • AlsDonkBoxSquat
    AlsDonkBoxSquat Posts: 6,128 Member
    small round bandaids over your nipples during your run should do the trick. 3M would work the best, they're thicker and the adhesive is more water resistant.
  • Skinny_minny_mo
    Skinny_minny_mo Posts: 1,272 Member
    good lord!

    sounds painful!

    also sounds like lack of moisture. why dont you try using petroleum jelly to avoid chafing? works for babies bums...
  • Maryaly40
    Maryaly40 Posts: 551 Member
    My brother wears band aids :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    On this nipple note, ladies........when your at the gym, and your lifting, how do you keep that damn nipples at bay????? I only have one padded sports bra to hide these but all the other ones I have don't work so well.:sad: :sad: :sad:
  • jesse1379
    jesse1379 Posts: 239 Member
    I use stripper pasties when the 3M tape runs out:)
  • Lambeze
    Lambeze Posts: 237
    Sorry if its not exactly the Nipply topic some were hoping, But, I was running outside today and it was a little chilly but not too bad. Apparantly my nipples thought it was colder and were rubbing on my shirt. After my run I was walking back to the gym and this lady said "Excuse me but did you know you're bleeding?" YUP, rubbed raw and bleeding, so any advice on what to do to prevent this? and NO DUCT TAPE :tongue:

    I know I don't need to say this to you MFP loonies but of course feel free to ad your jokes/puns/lurid talk:wink:

    I use bandaids.
  • MassiveDelta
    MassiveDelta Posts: 3,271 Member
    I use KT Tape it has held up and stays on regardless of how long I run. Fabric types do not help and Body glide is hit or miss. Compression clothing that holds very tight to the skin will help but I never take a chance. besides Compression shirts aren't always comfortable during certain weather conditions
  • tuckerrj
    tuckerrj Posts: 1,453 Member
    bandaids will work, unless you sweat enough that they come off. Then you may need to try waterproof protectors like Nipeaze. See www.nipeaze.com. They're more expensive than bandaids, but work better.
  • PJ64
    PJ64 Posts: 866 Member
    Thanks for all the great advice and nice to know that I am not the only one who has had this happen
  • iAMsmiling
    iAMsmiling Posts: 2,394 Member
    My brother wears band aids :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    On this nipple note, ladies........when your at the gym, and your lifting, how do you keep that damn nipples at bay????? I only have one padded sports bra to hide these but all the other ones I have don't work so well.:sad: :sad: :sad:

    It's hopeless. Don't even try. :devil:
  • KANGOOJUMPS
    KANGOOJUMPS Posts: 6,474 Member
    yep,,, and it can get very very painful too!
  • skullshank
    skullshank Posts: 4,323 Member
    2 words to save your suffering nippies...

    compression.gear.

    keeps things in place, and acts like a second skin. :)
  • guardian419
    guardian419 Posts: 391 Member
    underarmour type shirts help a lot... look for same/similar material as compression shorts (if you don't have those, get them too!)

    Keeps everything snug and chafe-free
  • peachNpunkin
    peachNpunkin Posts: 1,010 Member
    Chamois Glide or Body Glide. You can purchase it at sporting stores. It can be used on your nipples, thighs and even your junk. As for taking care of them right now, I would use vaseline and keep them open to air when you can. Otherwise cover them with vaseline and put a nonstick gauze with tape over them. That is the best advice I have for you.

    Hope you feel better.
  • will010574
    will010574 Posts: 761 Member
    I think you should surgically remove your nipples! Barring that, body glide or vaseline will also do the trick, but I really think you should just remove the nipples and of course post photos!

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