Chafing on Inner Thighs By James Roland, LIVESTRONG.COM “Riding your bike brings a unique joy. It’s effective exercise and it’s exhilarating being in the great outdoors with the wind in your hair. Unfortunately, bike riding turns into a disaster if you wind up with chafing on your inner thighs. Don’t park your bike yet, however. You can get back on the saddle and enjoy biking again with just a few changes to your cycling equipment.” The culprits The right shorts |
The right saddle The wrong saddle can cause chafing on the inner thighs. Look for a saddle that relieves pressure on the perineum. The perineum is the area between your sit bones that make contact with the seat. Too much pressure on the perineum can cause pain, which will cause you to ride differently and result in chafing. Buy a saddle that has a groove or cut out in the center as well as extra gel padding. Comfort saddles come in different shapes and sizes, such as noseless and ring-shaped saddles. Test saddles for comfort before buying one. The right lubricant Livestrong – article – 462068-chafing-on-inner-thighs-from-bike-riding/
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