How do you handle thigh chafing?

Icy_Fox
Icy_Fox Posts: 90 Member
edited December 20 in Fitness and Exercise
This question is aimed mainly at all of you runners. Being a beginner in running, I started out in winter when it was cold outside and the sweating wasn't as bad. With the summer months approaching, I have started to sweat way more, especially between my thighs. This causes them to rub together, resulting in chafing (at least that is what it's called on the internet). Many sites suggest anti-chafing gels, but they are quite expensive and I'd love an alternative. What do you guys do about it?
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  • MikePTY
    MikePTY Posts: 3,814 Member
    I was considering asking the same question. I get really bad chafing, even from walking. I went on a great walk yesterday, but now I am paying for it dearly. I would love to hear any answers anyone might have to this, as I really enjoy walking and hiking but this makes it difficult.
  • Cassandraw3
    Cassandraw3 Posts: 1,214 Member
    I primarily run in leggings/tights that cover my thighs when running for this reason. However, I have used baby powder when wearing skirts in the summer to help this. I have also heard of people using deodorant as well.
  • eromligyppah
    eromligyppah Posts: 112 Member
    I use body glide or sport shield before I run and they both work well. I like the sport shield better though. The sport shield I have had the same roll on bottle for a year. It might be a little pricey but it lasts for quite a while and it's definitely worth it.
  • etolv
    etolv Posts: 48 Member
    You could try using a generic powdered deodorant stick as an alternative to body glide. I like to run in these "bike shorts." They fit like leggings, but are shorts and hit about 4-6 inches inches above my knee. They prevent any inner thigh rubbing. Highly recommended. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CY7RU9G/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  • DancingMoosie
    DancingMoosie Posts: 8,619 Member
    I would just wear bike shorts to run. Get whatever length is good to cover the chafing area.
  • mkculs13
    mkculs13 Posts: 688 Member
    I agree with the advice re: bike shorts. I believe mine have a 14 inch inseam--perfect for me. Mine also have a pocket for my phone in the waist area (not like a typical pocket) and it works really well. I ordered mine online from Champion (through Target, maybe?) and got them for $5 each--a great sale and not the usual price. In black, only. But look around and see what you can find.
  • Djproulx
    Djproulx Posts: 3,084 Member
    Aquaphor or Body Glide. Walmart has a generic equivalent of Aquaphor. This is my go to solution for cycling and running.
  • juliamc183
    juliamc183 Posts: 12 Member
    Can only agree with those who have suggested bike shorts - instant fix for me.
  • sammidelvecchio
    sammidelvecchio Posts: 791 Member
    I also wear bike shorts. I got mine from Old Navy. For everyday though, like if I am just walking all day for non-workout purposes or wear a dress etc. I just use my everyday deodorant.
  • JB1775
    JB1775 Posts: 136 Member
    You can buy a product called body glide. It's specifically for this. It looks and is applied like a stick of deodorant wherever you need it.
  • kteej
    kteej Posts: 46 Member
    Better arch support
  • solieco1
    solieco1 Posts: 1,559 Member
    Buy this: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Glide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm/dp/B07CYQDDHC

    We use it in triathlon to help getting on wetsuits but fab for this use too! There's also a spray called Trislide. I like body glide though - they even have small ones you can carry with you.
  • spiriteagle99
    spiriteagle99 Posts: 3,749 Member
    I use Runguard, which is similar to Body Glide. Vaseline can also work, but is messier. I don't normally have issues any more, but I'll use it when I'm racing, just in case.
  • Theoldguy1
    Theoldguy1 Posts: 2,498 Member
    Under Armor Boxer Jocks or similar tight moisture wicking material with longer legs.
  • firef1y72
    firef1y72 Posts: 1,579 Member
    defo bodyglide, I have a lot of loose skin from weight loss and if it wasnt for bodyglide I'd just be a mass of chafing
  • Vladimirnapkin
    Vladimirnapkin Posts: 299 Member
    I prefer 2Toms Sport Shield. Body Glide has an odd scent. Either work better than vasoline or aquafor.
  • mbaker566
    mbaker566 Posts: 11,233 Member
    body glide or deodorant
  • cyndit1
    cyndit1 Posts: 170 Member
    another vote for Body Glide.
  • Icy_Fox
    Icy_Fox Posts: 90 Member
    I tried deodorant (the roll-on type) today for a short run and although it wasn't that hot, it seemed to do the job fine. My thighs weren't sweating, but I did feel slight friction from the deodorant layer itself...
  • TanyaHooton
    TanyaHooton Posts: 249 Member
    Coconut oil. Slather it on the areas most likely to rub.

    My daughter's in track and field and she wears bike shorts. No problems yet.
  • asliceofjackie
    asliceofjackie Posts: 112 Member
    edited April 2019
    I'm not a runner, but when I get chafing from just walking, I have used transparant, very thin pantyhose and wearing them under my regular trousers.
  • kellycz
    kellycz Posts: 57 Member
    Body Glide is a life saver.
  • nikkit321
    nikkit321 Posts: 1,485 Member
    Another vote for bike shorts. I also have some running shorts that have an inner layer (like bike shorts) and a looser outer layer.
  • autumnblade75
    autumnblade75 Posts: 1,661 Member
    kteej wrote: »
    Better arch support

    Wut? How?
  • ExistingFish
    ExistingFish Posts: 1,259 Member
    I don't run, but I wear bike shorts under dress/skirts for chafing. And modesty, because I chase after small kids a lot, and nothing like flashing your lacing undies....Anyway, bike shorts.
  • Keto_Vampire
    Keto_Vampire Posts: 1,670 Member
    edited April 2019
    Very sparing amounts of white petrolatum/aquaphor or cocoa butter after bathing; petroleum/vaseline is also practical
    Paper taper is another useful hack for friction burns (more practical for feet, heel areas)
  • avlucia
    avlucia Posts: 66 Member
    I'm not a runner but I love my dresses and skirts and gold Bond friction defense is my holy Grail, it's held up to sweaty, day long trips of endless walking.

    https://www.google.com/search?q=gold+bond+friction+defense&oq=hold+Bond+friction&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0l3.3897j0j4&client=ms-android-huawei&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8
  • 7lenny7
    7lenny7 Posts: 3,498 Member
    I don't like Body Glide at all. It just doesn't work for me and is hard to apply around my toes and in the nether regions.

    I much prefer Vaniply. This stuff is awesome! I've used it up a 44 mile run with great success.
  • buckykatt1
    buckykatt1 Posts: 18 Member
    I used to use Body Glide until I discovered Sparkle Skirts. Built in shorts, cute patterns and styles and many pockets! No rubbing and I can carry my phone, pepper spray, keys, and time to without noticing them at all while I'm running.
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    Bike shorts are made with a heavy chamois which most people find very uncomfortable for running.
    Try A&D ointment. It's much less expensive than body glide. In the baby section.
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