Long Running Shorts
I have 1 pair of Speedo shorts that seem to be a cotton/lycra mix. I must run in them to control the painful skin from bouncing when I run.
The problem is I don't know where I got them and I can't seem to find them anywhere. These are long so they don't ride up my thigh when I am running.
Any suggestions?
I have seen compression shorts advertised at different lengths but I don't know what these are. I want something that will breath as I continue to run in the hotter months.
Thanks
Jennifer
The problem is I don't know where I got them and I can't seem to find them anywhere. These are long so they don't ride up my thigh when I am running.
Any suggestions?
I have seen compression shorts advertised at different lengths but I don't know what these are. I want something that will breath as I continue to run in the hotter months.
Thanks
Jennifer
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I googled it: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-compression-shorts.htm
During many athletic activities, the muscles of the groin and thighs often rub together, causing the sciatic nerve along the outer thigh to become irritated and the surrounding skin to chafe. Separating and compressing the groin and thigh muscles seems to provide relief from these problems, however. Compression shorts are specially constructed from nylon and lycra to provide support for the waist, groin and thighs during physical activity.
Perhaps the most recognized use of compression shorts is among professional bicyclists. The tight-fitting biker's shorts which extend from the waist to mid-thigh provide separation of the groin and thigh muscles through compression. Compression shorts for other sports are based on this same principle. The nylon fabric provides a cool, comfortable fit while the lycra provides enough elasticity to compress and separate the muscles. Some compression shorts are also designed to wick away excess sweat, which should reduce chafing and overheating.
Some athletes believe that compression shorts provide a performance advantage, because the hamstrings and other thigh muscles used for power are held under uniform compression. This is preferable to energy lost through wasted motion and vibrations. If the groin muscles are kept separate from the thigh muscles, friction and other momentum-robbing factors are also reduced. There is little scientific proof of such advantages with compression shorts, but many professional athletes prefer to wear them during competition.
Compression shorts are often suggested to those who suffer from a form of back pain called sciatica. The sciatic nerve runs along the outer thigh and can be irritated during exercise. Many sufferers find relief from sciatic nerve pain while wearing compression shorts under their normal workout gear. Many non-athletes also find that compression shorts provide support to the groin area, reducing the chances of injury while biking or using training equipment.
Some compression shorts also include a protective cup for male athletes or additional groin support for females. There are also compression shirts for the support of the upper torso and back muscles. The fit should be snug but not overly constrictive. A good pair of compression shorts should form a noticeable gap between the thighs and groin area. Look for a higher percentage blend of Lycra if more support is needed. Some compression shorts also provide odor protection, so consult the label for a complete list of benefits. source">http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-compression-shorts. htm#il">source: What are compression shorts?
Sounds like what you are looking for :)
During many athletic activities, the muscles of the groin and thighs often rub together, causing the sciatic nerve along the outer thigh to become irritated and the surrounding skin to chafe. Separating and compressing the groin and thigh muscles seems to provide relief from these problems, however. Compression shorts are specially constructed from nylon and lycra to provide support for the waist, groin and thighs during physical activity.
Perhaps the most recognized use of compression shorts is among professional bicyclists. The tight-fitting biker's shorts which extend from the waist to mid-thigh provide separation of the groin and thigh muscles through compression. Compression shorts for other sports are based on this same principle. The nylon fabric provides a cool, comfortable fit while the lycra provides enough elasticity to compress and separate the muscles. Some compression shorts are also designed to wick away excess sweat, which should reduce chafing and overheating.
Some athletes believe that compression shorts provide a performance advantage, because the hamstrings and other thigh muscles used for power are held under uniform compression. This is preferable to energy lost through wasted motion and vibrations. If the groin muscles are kept separate from the thigh muscles, friction and other momentum-robbing factors are also reduced. There is little scientific proof of such advantages with compression shorts, but many professional athletes prefer to wear them during competition.
Compression shorts are often suggested to those who suffer from a form of back pain called sciatica. The sciatic nerve runs along the outer thigh and can be irritated during exercise. Many sufferers find relief from sciatic nerve pain while wearing compression shorts under their normal workout gear. Many non-athletes also find that compression shorts provide support to the groin area, reducing the chances of injury while biking or using training equipment.
Some compression shorts also include a protective cup for male athletes or additional groin support for females. There are also compression shirts for the support of the upper torso and back muscles. The fit should be snug but not overly constrictive. A good pair of compression shorts should form a noticeable gap between the thighs and groin area. Look for a higher percentage blend of Lycra if more support is needed. Some compression shorts also provide odor protection, so consult the label for a complete list of benefits. source">http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-compression-shorts. htm#il">source: What are compression shorts?
Sounds like what you are looking for :)
Jennifer,
Do you have a local running store by any chance? If so I'm sure they probably have an assortment of shorts and/or can get different brands in easily/quickly for you. I have been wearing both Asics running shorts and I've got a pair of New Balance that I love.
I know that both Nike and UnderArmor make popular compression shorts that are fairly easy to find. I did a quick google of Dick's sporting goods and they have several MA stores and they do carry the UnderArmor compression shorts. I don't have any of the heat gear stuff yet but I'll be purchasing some fairly soon.
Maybe Chad or Dan can fill in any thing that hasn't been said yet.
--Dan
Do you have a local running store by any chance? If so I'm sure they probably have an assortment of shorts and/or can get different brands in easily/quickly for you. I have been wearing both Asics running shorts and I've got a pair of New Balance that I love.
I know that both Nike and UnderArmor make popular compression shorts that are fairly easy to find. I did a quick google of Dick's sporting goods and they have several MA stores and they do carry the UnderArmor compression shorts. I don't have any of the heat gear stuff yet but I'll be purchasing some fairly soon.
Maybe Chad or Dan can fill in any thing that hasn't been said yet.
--Dan
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