I should have just turned around :(

kewkdb
kewkdb Posts: 207 Member
edited September 22 in Fitness and Exercise
I went out for my hike today and I completely forgot to change into my exercise boxers :( I usually wear boxers that are tight and go down slightly on each leg. My normal boxers are briefs that are really loose. Now I am chafing on my inner thighs ugh :( I should have just went back home and put on the right boxers. Hopefully I will be alright to exercise tomorrow. I plan on putting vasaline on the painful areas... and wearing the correct boxers >_<

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  • JulieTX86
    JulieTX86 Posts: 303 Member
    Ouch! My co-worker has an anti-chafing stick... it looks like a stick of deodarant but smaller. I haven't ever tried it so I can't tell you if it works or not, but if vaseline doesn't work maybe you should give it a try.
  • T_R_A_V
    T_R_A_V Posts: 1,629 Member
    Gold Bond Powder bro....thats all I gotta say
  • JLeeAlton
    JLeeAlton Posts: 311
    Thanks for the visual... lol jk. Hope it doesn't hinder your workouts!!
  • ginnyroxx
    ginnyroxx Posts: 763
    yep. gold bond or baby powder. owies :(
  • junekucks
    junekucks Posts: 23
    Women have the same problem. You learned a valuable lesson and I'm sure it won't happen to you again. Good Work hiking!
  • kewkdb
    kewkdb Posts: 207 Member
    Is gold bond for treatment, prevention, or both? Would standard baby powder suffice?
  • reneeot
    reneeot Posts: 773 Member
    Ouch! My co-worker has an anti-chafing stick... it looks like a stick of deodarant but smaller. I haven't ever tried it so I can't tell you if it works or not, but if vaseline doesn't work maybe you should give it a try.

    Dry deod works just as well, I have used many a time in the summer.
  • potluck965
    potluck965 Posts: 529 Member
    Is gold bond for treatment, prevention, or both? Would standard baby powder suffice?

    If you use GB powder for treatment, be prepared for it to really sting. It's great, but it will hurt.
  • Run4iiiiiit
    Run4iiiiiit Posts: 489 Member
    I trained for a half marathon and never had a problem, until about 4 miles into the race itself. I feel for you man.
  • T_R_A_V
    T_R_A_V Posts: 1,629 Member
    Is gold bond for treatment, prevention, or both? Would standard baby powder suffice?

    I call it a breahtmint for your_______.......hahahaa
  • soze
    soze Posts: 604 Member
    Yep, learned that lesson myself. I always look for those boxers that go down the legs slightly.
  • red01angel
    red01angel Posts: 806 Member
    Yowch.
    I concur on the gold bond powder. A little neosporin isn't a bad idea either.

    For anyone who has this problem regularly, one of my best guy friends is an avid cyclist, and swears by a product called (I'm not kidding) DZ-NUTS to prevent chafing in uh...sensitive areas.
  • kewkdb
    kewkdb Posts: 207 Member
    Yowch.
    I concur on the gold bond powder. A little neosporin isn't a bad idea either.

    For anyone who has this problem regularly, one of my best guy friends is an avid cyclist, and swears by a product called (I'm not kidding) DZ-NUTS to prevent chafing in uh...sensitive areas.

    LOL!
  • AdamATGATT
    AdamATGATT Posts: 573 Member
    Another good pair of "boxers" to wear, that are a hit among motorcyclist, are from LDComfort. They are a dual layer, moisture wicking material that really pulls sweat away from the skin. They have shorts, and full leggings available (along with arm sleeves). They are seamless as well, so you don't have to worry about those rubbing either.

    Check out some of the videos online. They really work. http://www.ldcomfort.com/
  • halobender
    halobender Posts: 780 Member
    Is gold bond for treatment, prevention, or both? Would standard baby powder suffice?

    I call it a breahtmint for your_______.......hahahaa
    That's how I think of it, too, but mostly because of the cool minty-fresh feeling. Kind of chilling to the core, really.

    And I think that I'd opt for Gold Bond over baby powder. If nothing else, you really don't want that area to smell ... well, like a baby. Seriously, think about that for a second, haha.
  • kewkdb
    kewkdb Posts: 207 Member
    Is gold bond for treatment, prevention, or both? Would standard baby powder suffice?

    I call it a breahtmint for your_______.......hahahaa
    That's how I think of it, too, but mostly because of the cool minty-fresh feeling. Kind of chilling to the core, really.

    And I think that I'd opt for Gold Bond over baby powder. If nothing else, you really don't want that area to smell ... well, like a baby. Seriously, think about that for a second, haha.

    I've been married for 16yrs. Not all that worried about my under areas smelling like baby powder :D I only asked about baby powder because it was readily available tho :)
  • halobender
    halobender Posts: 780 Member
    I've been married for 16yrs. Not all that worried about my under areas smelling like baby powder :D I only asked about baby powder because it was readily available tho :)
    I imagine that's something your wife would never let you live down, though. Think about it. ;)
  • kewkdb
    kewkdb Posts: 207 Member
    I used neosporin last night and goldbond this morning. Think I will be good today :) Tho just to be safe I'm going to go hiking on a steep inclined hill for less leg movement >_<
  • mrsewert
    mrsewert Posts: 430 Member
    Rub silicone lube between your legs!

    This works wonders for men and women! It feels and works just as if you were wearing nylons. (Yes I'm aware boys to wear nylons :laugh: )

    Sorry for your troubles...hope things feel better soon. :wink:
  • jhandley
    jhandley Posts: 118
    I almost always apply deodrant in those areas when wearing dresses/shorts/etc! always have even when i was thinner and especially in the summer!
  • TheNewJessieMae
    TheNewJessieMae Posts: 767
    Is gold bond for treatment, prevention, or both? Would standard baby powder suffice?

    I call it a breahtmint for your_______.......hahahaa
    That's how I think of it, too, but mostly because of the cool minty-fresh feeling. Kind of chilling to the core, really.

    And I think that I'd opt for Gold Bond over baby powder. If nothing else, you really don't want that area to smell ... well, like a baby. Seriously, think about that for a second, haha.

    I've been married for 16yrs. Not all that worried about my under areas smelling like baby powder :D I only asked about baby powder because it was readily available tho :)

    I'm sure she would be pleasantly suprised, even AFTER 16 years.
  • gambitsgurl
    gambitsgurl Posts: 632 Member
    I used neosporin last night and goldbond this morning. Think I will be good today :) Tho just to be safe I'm going to go hiking on a steep inclined hill for less leg movement >_<

    When I started exercising I got a wretched case of chub rub. I used neosporin AND gold bond. I ended up with a horrid spackle thing that would ball up and fall out the bottom of my pant legs.
  • kewkdb
    kewkdb Posts: 207 Member
    Just got back from 5.25 miles and 0 issues! Fanks everyone! :D
  • Flawlessk
    Flawlessk Posts: 68
    Lol, glad you've managed the problem.

    Chafing can cause some seriously painful problems though. I am a beauty therapist and one of my clients is a runner. She is slim and fit, but she had a severe bruise/almost cut when she had a months break and then went back to it, from her running leggings.

    Ouch

    On another note, some men like to put vaseline on their nipples too
  • JoyousRen
    JoyousRen Posts: 3,823 Member
    Lol, glad you've managed the problem.

    Chafing can cause some seriously painful problems though. I am a beauty therapist and one of my clients is a runner. She is slim and fit, but she had a severe bruise/almost cut when she had a months break and then went back to it, from her running leggings.

    Ouch

    On another note, some men like to put vaseline on their nipples too
    That just sounds kinky.
  • JulieTX86
    JulieTX86 Posts: 303 Member
    Lol, glad you've managed the problem.

    Chafing can cause some seriously painful problems though. I am a beauty therapist and one of my clients is a runner. She is slim and fit, but she had a severe bruise/almost cut when she had a months break and then went back to it, from her running leggings.

    Ouch

    On another note, some men like to put vaseline on their nipples too
    That just sounds kinky.


    LOL!
  • Ms_Natalie
    Ms_Natalie Posts: 1,030 Member
    savlon is another good one!! It stops it getting sore and potentially infected!

    Glad everything is better now :flowerforyou:
  • redhotsmacker
    redhotsmacker Posts: 227 Member
    If it happens again try some zinc oxide cream (baby diaper rash cream) on the chaffed area. Put it on before bed and it should be cleared up by the next day.
  • Scorpiomom222
    Scorpiomom222 Posts: 1,462 Member
    Women have the same problem. You learned a valuable lesson and I'm sure it won't happen to you again. Good Work hiking!

    I don't have that problem anymore. lol It took ALOT of hard work, but I was able to trim enough away in two months that my legs don't rub together anymore. Woot!
  • darkrider42
    darkrider42 Posts: 5,422 Member
    Yep, learned that lesson myself. I always look for those boxers that go down the legs slightly.

    I don't like boxers cuz they never stay put and there's that whole gaping fly thing that brings on an entire new set of chafing problems... :embarassed: I personally opt for compression shorts that I wear under my regular shorts. Spandex, no fly. They sell them at pretty much any sporting goods store that carries clothing. Brands: UnderArmor, Nike, Champion, Brooks, Adidas, etc. IF you can't find any at a store, go to www.roadrunnersports.com.
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