Underwear for Running...

James_H
James_H Posts: 48
in Fitness and Exercise
Hello... I have a slightly embarassing issue in that I can't find any underwear (Pants, to us Brits) which is comfortable to wear under shorts for running.

You can read all about the actual issue I am having in my blog here:

http://giggingforever.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/only-in-your-underwear.html

But does anyone know of any really good running underwear that won't cause me the same problems?

Thanks in advance!
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  • mmk137
    mmk137 Posts: 833 Member
    have you thought about 'skins'

    that might be another option too.
  • BerryH
    BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
    Hahaha, love it! Wear short running tights, with baggy shorts over the top if you're shy, and go commando. You can get baggy shorts with supportive underwear built in, but you might still get the chafing from the baggy bits on the "upper leg". You can get specialist running briefs, but I don't know any chaps who bother.
  • lacroyx
    lacroyx Posts: 5,754 Member
    I like New Balance compression shorts/underwear.
  • SwindonJogger
    SwindonJogger Posts: 325 Member
    i like the 3" under armour boxer shorts for running.
  • MelanieAG05
    MelanieAG05 Posts: 359 Member
    Pants, pants, pants - the blog is hilarious!

    I must pay more attention when I am running on a the treadmill which is in between two running men :laugh:

    Seriously though, have you tried wearing cycling shorts as Pants under your running shorts?
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
    Thanks for the hints guys!

    I think compression underwear or shorts with regular baggy shorts over the top have to be the way to go.

    I will head down to my local running shop tomorrow!
  • glonigan
    glonigan Posts: 82
    like the Nike Combat 6" as they are a little more breathable than my UnderArmor compression shorts. Also a stick of body glide is a must have for me.
  • Cathebass
    Cathebass Posts: 6 Member
    How about some coarsely woven hessian briefs? :)
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
    Ooh, now there's a plan! I think I have some sandbags lying around here...
  • kate_sunflower
    kate_sunflower Posts: 152 Member
    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
  • Hodar
    Hodar Posts: 338 Member
    You will find the Body Armor and Nike compression shorts running in the $30-50 range, here in the States.

    We have a Walmart that sells a knock-off product in the $15-25 range, I would imagine there would be a similar product over there. I'm all about saving money where I can - and as they are going to be under your running shorts - no one but you will now you aren't sporting a 'name' brand.

    Perhaps the Nike and Body Armor are better, but for the limited running I do, I prefer to save the $$.
  • EricNCSU
    EricNCSU Posts: 699 Member
    I wear Nike Dri Fit running shorts, which have a sewn in brief (like a bathing suit, but solid, not mesh). But I chafed pretty bad during my half marathon, so if that's your problem, that may not help. I haven't had any issues lately though. I dont wear anything else under it, just the shorts.
  • Hodar
    Hodar Posts: 338 Member
    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.
  • wombat94
    wombat94 Posts: 352 Member
    Definitely agree with the Nike combat or the Under Armor heat gear... I have both. For me, the Under Armor fit a bit more comfortably, but both do the job.

    Ted
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
    Thanks very much everyone- just popped out to my local sports shop and managed to pick up one pair of Nike combat and one pair of Under Armor compression pants/ shorts!

    Let's see how it goes next time I head out...
  • mrtrik
    mrtrik Posts: 31
    no underwear. a good pair of lined running shorts. The fewer layers and material thickness the better. And as someone else said... Body Glide is your friend.
  • dmf80
    dmf80 Posts: 60
    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.

    Oh it works alright. I have been doing it for years with no issue. COMMANDO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • kuregisto
    kuregisto Posts: 122 Member
    Bicycle shorts underneath a pair of regular shorts. It's the only solution that allows me to run comfortably for multiple - um, carrying and jostling - reasons.

    Not all of them are suitable to the task, though. Buy a single pair and test before buying extras. I've had no luck with one particular UnderArmor product (no support, so jostling ache isn't prevented). But once you find something that works, stock up. Manufacturers occasionally change or stop carrying a product line, and then you're back in the "testing" phase again. And since I only wear them for running, they last a ridiculously long time.
  • scribb
    scribb Posts: 3,659 Member
    You can always go with a good athletic supporter. The support well, and breath well.
  • scribb
    scribb Posts: 3,659 Member
    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.

    Oh it works alright. I have been doing it for years with no issue. COMMANDO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I find I need support for longer distances, but commando under running tights or shorts does work
  • pyrowill
    pyrowill Posts: 1,163 Member
    Oh my god, mate, that blog post was my life, well my life with boxers! I get a big prob with chaffing and the likes. And I found when it got dark in the cold I wore skin tight running lycra trouser things. And my baggy shorts over them. My legs didn't rub and it was fantastic, I want to find the same only shorter to wear as effectlively 'boxers shorts'. Think I'm going to order online now!
  • pyrowill
    pyrowill Posts: 1,163 Member
    Also if you happen to get any chaffing issues I can personally recommend Lanacaine, from Boots, bloody amazing.
  • pyrowill
    pyrowill Posts: 1,163 Member
    Oh my fabrolata is massive hahaha
  • DMarkSwan
    DMarkSwan Posts: 56 Member
    C9 lined running shorts work for me and they're cheap. I did a marathon in them with no problem, although I might have added body glide as insurance. I use aquaphor for biking now, so if I ran long I'd probably use that.

    If you do get chaffed, Desitin (or other baby diaper rash cream) works miracles. We keep having kids, so we've had in in the house for years now.
  • mtread13
    mtread13 Posts: 31 Member
    Thanks very much everyone- just popped out...

    That's dangerous in this thread!
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
    Oh my god, mate, that blog post was my life, well my life with boxers! I get a big prob with chaffing and the likes. And I found when it got dark in the cold I wore skin tight running lycra trouser things. And my baggy shorts over them. My legs didn't rub and it was fantastic, I want to find the same only shorter to wear as effectlively 'boxers shorts'. Think I'm going to order online now!

    Thanks for confirming that I'm not the only one with this problem!

    I'm glad I posted this blog here- when I put it on my Facebook and Twitter, my friends all disowned me... But you guys "get it"!
  • Pearl0105
    Pearl0105 Posts: 35 Member
    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.

    LMAO!!!!!!!!
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
    Tried out the Nike compression shorts last night and they worked a treat - good tip. The Body Armor ones are for tomorrow.

    On another note, I tried on the Nike shorts and came into the living room where my girlfriend was watching TV, to ask her if she thought I could get away with wearing *just* those.

    She distractedly said, "yeah, don't see why not..."... before looking closer and going "actually, oh my god, no way!"

    So I will be wearing baggy shorts over the top I think!
  • scribb
    scribb Posts: 3,659 Member
    Tried out the Nike compression shorts last night and they worked a treat - good tip. The Body Armor ones are for tomorrow.

    On another note, I tried on the Nike shorts and came into the living room where my girlfriend was watching TV, to ask her if she thought I could get away with wearing *just* those.

    She distractedly said, "yeah, don't see why not..."... before looking closer and going "actually, oh my god, no way!"

    So I will be wearing baggy shorts over the top I think!

    LOL.

    You could probably pull it off running in the street, but wear the baggy shorts in the gym.
  • Misiaxcore
    Misiaxcore Posts: 659 Member
    Well, I prefer to run in a g-string, but I'm not sure if that's your cup of tea ;x

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