How to prevent the dreaded 'Chub Rub'

deadybai

Hey I wanted to take up running but have constant set backs due to the rub on my inner thighs. I no this is more common in women but I am a male and I would like to know how to prevent this so I can run comfortably. My legs aren't even chubby as they are an average size for my height and weight. I even have a friend who is a lot heavier then me and it doesn't seem to be a problem for him (unless he swallows the pain). It also seems to happen at the end of my boxer shorts and it is very painful. It also causes me to skip a day of running to let the leg heal.

so is there any advice out there to stop this from happening? It would be greatly appreciated.

RoyMcC

No problem, Lycra under-shorts.

deadybai

RoyMcC wrote: »

No problem, Lycra under-shorts.

how much would they be?

ultraman1

get a pair of the nike shorts with skins inside them..30 squid in lifestyle

TFBubendorfer

The other option is to use vaseline (or similar stuff)

plodder

I used to get the same thing with the arms when wearing a singlet in Summer. Best thing is Bodyglide if you don't want to be wearing more layers. Get it in any cycling/running store.

FrClintPower

ultraman1 wrote: »

get a pair of the nike shorts with skins inside them..30 squid in lifestyle

+1, they're the business. well worth the money and if you keep an eye out you could get them cheaper in tk maxx.

Cabaal

Lycra undershorts or bodyglide is the way to go imho

Peckham

+1 for Bodyglide. I always lube up with it before racing.

Might be worth looking at the length of your shorts. I get chafing on anything shorter than 5 inches, but am fine at that length. Measure them on inside seam.

hardCopy

I used to wear these type: http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/mens-heatgear-sonic-long-compression-shorts/pid1236240-001

pconn062

Chub rub is a pretty fantastic term!

rom

Get cheap kinesiology tape on ebay and cut a section and put it on each place that you want. I use it if I forget to put body glide on after a long run. you can leave it on for a few days, shower with it etc. Its great stuff. I cut squares for the nips as mine bleed no matter what else I do. Bodyglide for prevention. kinesiology tape to cover it up and have it get better.

jonny99

Peckham wrote: »

+1 for Bodyglide. I always lube up with it before racing.

Might be worth looking at the length of your shorts. I get chafing on anything shorter than 5 inches, but am fine at that length. Measure them on inside seam.

Are we in the right forum here?:D

clear thinking

penneys have cotton y fronts ideal for running, bout €5 for 3.

newballsplease

OP, same issue- lycra shorts or y fronts didnt help me.

Vaseline is the only thing that works for me.