Overweight Runner...shorts riding up?

JTick
JTick Posts: 2,131 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
When I run, my shorts ride up my inner thighs in a bad way. They seriously can't go any higher. I am assuming this is because my thighs be fat...is there anything I can do to make them knock it off? I prefer looser fitting gym shorts since I am still so overweight, but if I need to get some closer fitting ones I guess I'll have to suck it up and do it.
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  • lustrebass
    lustrebass Posts: 47 Member
    Try compression shorts instead. or yoga pants. Works for me.
  • YoukilledJosh
    YoukilledJosh Posts: 49
    Get some compression shorts to wear underneath
  • lyttlewon
    lyttlewon Posts: 1,118 Member
    Try capris. If I have to wear shorts I will wear compression pants underneath.
  • ixap
    ixap Posts: 675 Member
    agree w/capris - I'm sure they'll look fine on you if they're the right size. I see people of all sizes in those and they look fine, at least as good as they look in shorts.

    I'm pretty tiny and I still get inner thigh chafing and riding up issues in shorts sometimes.
  • AllonsYtotheTardis
    AllonsYtotheTardis Posts: 16,947 Member
    I have the same problem with shorts, so I wear running capris. No problem with them at all.
  • shgreenw
    shgreenw Posts: 194 Member
    Yup. Capris. I have some Champion C9's from Target and some Danskin ones from Walmart. Gap and Old Navy also have nice workout clothes.
  • NicolePatriot
    NicolePatriot Posts: 621 Member
    Omg! I definitely know the feeling. It used to embarrass me so bad! But then one day, it stopped. Because I just kept running. So don't quit! Just wear some capris until you lose a few lbs. and the shorts fit a little better.
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    What bothers you? That they are riding up or does your skin get irritated? Compression shorts or capris would be best to avoid the ride up. If your skin is getting irritated try Body Glide which will prevent chafing.
  • JTick
    JTick Posts: 2,131 Member
    Well dwerp...I forgot about those magical things called capris! :laugh:

    Thanks guys!
  • JTick
    JTick Posts: 2,131 Member
    What bothers you? That they are riding up or does your skin get irritated? Compression shorts or capris would be best to avoid the ride up. If your skin is getting irritated try Body Glide which will prevent chafing.

    Just that they ride up, I have a crotch wedgie from my shorts!
  • pixiestick
    pixiestick Posts: 839 Member
    wear capris or tighter running shorts. That's what I finally had to do.
  • g_jelly
    g_jelly Posts: 36 Member
    I have the same problem with running short and like you I really don't find capris or tights flattering. So I tend to wear shorts knee length or longer and they don't tend to ride up as much. But they need to be quite tight fitting around the thigh to prevent chaffing. Good luck finding something that you feel comfortable in :)
  • mimstero
    mimstero Posts: 119 Member
    I wear running skirts or capris. Running skirts are much cuter, though!
  • amybg1
    amybg1 Posts: 631 Member
    Mine will occasionally ride up but not often; I'll just take 2 seconds to re-adjust them while running - no problem! But yea, compression shorts or capris until you lose a few pounds - after that it gets better.

    And agree on the bodyGlide - carry mine in my backpack as it has helped me in more ways than just running!
  • algebravoodoo
    algebravoodoo Posts: 776 Member
    If it makes you feel any better, I've seen plenty of not-so-overweight runners with the same problems... shorts riding up with every stride. I use yoga pants for my shorter runs and actual running pants for long ones. But then, my legs haven't really seen the light of day since the 1970's...:noway:
  • marikevr
    marikevr Posts: 389 Member
    I wear running skirts or capris. Running skirts are much cuter, though!

    I love the running skirts! The pants underneath don't ride up and the skirt is flattering but still hide the thighs. I have two shorter pairs and then one skirt with 3/4 tights underneath.
  • thenewmrsgant
    thenewmrsgant Posts: 69 Member
    I opt for workout capris/pants. I'm not a fan of shorts. Capris are my fav. because they are light and cool.
  • claw0416
    claw0416 Posts: 95
    Bump..great advice folks..
  • anels449
    anels449 Posts: 3,187 Member
    Nike pro dri fit shorts. Get them. Enjoy them for the rest of your running life.
  • muddyventures
    muddyventures Posts: 360 Member
    I started out with Walmart's Danskin 'capris' exercise pants they were 11 ish dollars and with a large tshirt I felt comfortable working out with them. They weren't too tight, and a small investment at the time, I've gone down a few sizes and bought a 'more expensive' pair and quite truthfully I like the danskin better.
  • shunggie
    shunggie Posts: 1,036 Member
    I bought a pair of "tight" capris. I was very nervous about wearing them out in public. i decided to just not be self conscious about it. I'm trying to get healthy- if people think my flabby thighs and oversized bottom are funny....good for them. Glad I could bring a laugh to someone while trying to improve myself. Luckily most people are subtle about it and I heard no snickers. But it's amazing what almost 20 pounds of weight loss does for the tight pants. They fit but it wasn't the disgusting show I was expecting, and I didn't once have to stop and yank....if you know what I mean :tongue:
  • Laurayinz
    Laurayinz Posts: 930 Member
    Or, get longer shorts, not necessarily running. I got some Jantzens at Walmart that come mid-thigh. Not exactly schmexy but they don't ride up and have nice deep pockets for my keys and phone. Now that it's getting older I think the capris and pants will be taking their place soon, though!
  • oOMusicBabii
    oOMusicBabii Posts: 494
    Compression shorts or knee length capri type shorts. Both are my go-to style pants for running.
  • acstansell
    acstansell Posts: 567 Member
    I run in yoga pants (kinda like bicycle shorts) to avoid ride up and chafing. I have two pairs of capris for spring and early fall, and a long pair for winter. I can wear the capris in the summer as long as I wear a tank top.
  • Angie_1991
    Angie_1991 Posts: 447 Member
    pants
  • AlsDonkBoxSquat
    AlsDonkBoxSquat Posts: 6,128 Member
    knee length tighter fitting shorts (yoga pant type). Mine do this at any size, so I gave up on them.
  • saracatherine89
    saracatherine89 Posts: 291 Member
    There are some nice running shorts that are on the tight side but not too tight you can get at target. I don't like pants because they will ride up and flood. They do wonders!
  • famlyluv
    famlyluv Posts: 206 Member
    chub rub....problems of women everywhere. :ohwell:
  • vtmoon
    vtmoon Posts: 3,436 Member
    Get some compression shorts to wear underneath
    ^^^^^
    This is what I do, compression shorts and shirt when I run so my outerwear stays off my body.
  • MyOwnSunshine
    MyOwnSunshine Posts: 1,312 Member
    I used to think it was because my thighs were fat, too. But now that I've lost 100 pounds, they still ride up and I have to do that weird little hop/sidestep thing every 10 steps to fix the problem.

    I agree with everyone who said to run in longer compression shorts, yoga pants or capris.

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