track question about spandex.?

Question

im going to start wearing spandex under my running shorts because i hate when my shorts fly up when i run. am i supposed to wear underwear under spandex or go commando lol?

Answer 1

I suggest wearing some form of underwear under your spandex. And I mean this in all honesty, it is a matter of hygiene.

When your core temp rises (as it will during a workout) the genital areas (both men & women) tend to increase in temp as well. This rise in temp may lead to an increase in persperation as well as other fluids. By wearing underwear you provide in extra layer of absortion which will help in cleanliness. Spandex are not design for such issues and usally only provide a thin layer of material.

So I would suggest that if you decide against wearing underwear that you still put some kind of absortion and protection in any area where your core temp will increase.

Answer 2

Depending on what your spandex, it might be best to wear underwear. If you dont want that extra layer, try buying spandex with cotton which feels just like underwear fabric yet they still cover everything.

Answer 3

I wear those cotton ones (tights? not sure what the name is but they are the same as spandex but cotton).that are short under my shorts not the spandex ones..that way you don't need underwear...you can even buy them at Target...

Answer 4

it depends on what is comfortable for you. Try both during practice to see what is better. If your underwear ride up go commando, if that is uncomfortable try a different material underware maybe those won't ride.
Good luck

Answer 5

Spandex is probably your best bet.

Answer 6

you can do either

I prefer to wear underwear, to prevent chafing.