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Because undies should be the least of your concerns during a workout.
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Wearing improper clothing especially underwear can be uncomfortable and hinder performance.
Nothing’s worse than picking a wedgie during aHIIT workout.
But the best workout underwear stays secure on your body even during high-impact movement.
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It also helps you feel dry down there, and moves with your body through every stretch and stride.
Have you ever experienced asweat-induced yeast infection?
Read on to discover Shapes curated list of the best workout underwear.
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The seamless design also serves as a major bonus.
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“I’ve worn them throughout the past year and every pair has held up well.
I recommend getting the all-black or nude options as bright colors can show through lighter leggings or shorts.”
This option takes the cake for comfort for a few reasons, starting with its fuller-coverage fit.
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Consider workout boxers instead of a proper panty.
Plus, the modal keeps the thong breathable a must during long, sweaty runs.
“These have never failed me on a long run,” says Cartwright.
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These thongs conveniently come in three packs of either the same-colored underwear or three different shades.
Continuous movement and compressive clothing make a barely there pair favorable, like this Victorias Secret No-Show Thong.
Myers-Woods states it plainly: Preferably no.
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Too-tight underwear in a non-breathable fabric can be a factor in recurrent vaginal symptoms/infections, she says.
Some people are going to sweat a lot, and underwear wont change that, says Myers-Woods.
Myers-Woods answers this with a resounding yes.
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You will, in fact, run seven errands and still be in your sweaty leggings five hours later.
Remember: warm + wet + dark = perfect place for yeast and bacteria to grow.
So, change out of those clothes ASAP.
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Myers-Woods notes that it is totally fine to go with or without underwear when working out.
Its totally a personal choice!
If you want to wear underwear while exercising, ensure youre wearing a pair made from sweat-friendly fabrics.
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Why Trust Shape
Maddie Barberis a Shape writer.
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