13 Women’s Spandex Shorts That Don’t Ride Up
These running shorts are a must for anyone vexed by thigh rubbing.
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Working up a sweat is all part of logging your weekly miles, but sweaty, sticky runs can be the nemesis of women who deal with chafing. Court Drive Knit Sneakers Womens, especially in humid conditions, can often turn into a dreadful experience as you strategize how to soothe red, irritated rashes on your inner thighs that no amount of lube can resolve. Enter: spandex, the smooth, slippery fabric the running gods have bestowed upon us to decrease friction. But not all bottoms are made equal. Some spandex shorts still ride up, are too compressive, or just lack the power to stay put. So, we scoured the internet, asked experts, and read reviews on some of the best spandex shorts that will keep you gliding and running pain-free all summer long.
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These shorts were curated from a mix of reviews from personal tests and recommendations from real runners. I personally have struggled for years to find the best spandex running short. I continually had the same issue, where the leg sleeves would ride up on my thighs, and I would have to constantly pull them down to avoid friction. Wearing shorts to stay cool on my runs almost didn’t seem worth it.
The key is to find a spandex short with the right inseam—that is, the leg sleeve length from crotch to hem. (Side note: Shorts, which end above the knee, differentiate from capris because the hem of the latter hits the mid to lower calf.) If you understand the struggle, then you should definitely give the following women’s spandex shorts a try.
Emily Shiffer has worked as a writer for over 10 years, covering everything from health and wellness to entertainment and celebrities. She previously was on staff at SUCCESS, Men's Health, and Prevention Vans slip-on platform sneakers Women's Health, Runner's World, PEOPLE, and more. Emily is a graduate of Northwestern University, where she majored in magazine journalism at the Medill School of Journalism and minored in musicology. Currently residing in Charleston, South Carolina, Emily enjoys instructing barre, surfing, and long walks on the beach with her miniature Dachshund, Gertrude.
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