Anyone know a trick to prevent chafing on the thigh area of my legs so i can run!


Question: Anyone know a trick to prevent chafing on the thigh area of my legs so i can run more comfortably?
I am a 17 year old male that is over weight.The problem is,my thighs keep rubbing against each other.I just started going to the gym two weeks ago and until now,this problem occurred.I usually run on the treadmill and it doesn't seem to bother me.Now i feel that when ever i walk,my legs start rubbing on each other,then creates a burning sensation between my legs.I see it already starting to get red.What kind of product can i use or buy to stop the chafing?

Answers:

Vaseline. My friend is a track runner and thats what his team does.

My track running buddy.



Spandex boxers.

I have large legs and i avoided running because of the chafing,
I bought some spandex boxers, which eliminate the chafing problem entirely, plus they don't inhibit movement.

It's also a lot less messy and disgusting than slapping vaseline on your inner thighs. I don't know about you, but i've got hairy legs and hairy legs covered in vaseline is not only a disturbing thought but i sure as balls wouldn't want to be the one to have to clean up the mess later.

They also hide boners as long as there is room in between your junk area and the crotch of your pants.



I agree Vaseline is as good as anything, and as you lose weight and gain muscle the problem reduces. It also helps to chose the correct shorts. Avoid cotton and go for any of the modern man made fibres used in shorts specifically designed for running, that also have a good liner.

GP for more years than I care to remember



like every one Vaseline. Also for clothing try the under armour or starter shorts. The um... compression shorts. You don't need underware. they are the underware. If you don't want to run with the bulge for your junk then put your mesh shorts on over them. Good luck happy running



Baby powder works wonders, it helps stop the chaffing. Vaseline works to but be sure not to put on to much because its gonna be a pain to get off in the shower.
Hope this helps

EMT / combat medic



vasoline is good, mentholatem, petroleum jelly, any petrolium based oil (ps also great for chaped lips) but i would recogmend is baby powder.



Although Vaseline can be a bit sticky , it is definitely a good answer to your issue . I wish you luck and success in your efforts



Lose weight Fatty cause you are FAT!!!



shave your legs and genitals



Vaseline - cheaper in the big tubs.



Yep good ol vasoline,



or A&D which does the same thing.




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