Slip Shorts for Sport – A Guide
Short answer: Slip shorts for sport have to sit completely close, stay in place during movement and move sweat away from the skin. Bamboo viscose meets all three demands and prevents the chafing that builds up when the thighs work against each other for hours.
Why they matter for training
During running, walking and ball games the thighs touch thousands of times, and with sweat in the equation it ends in red, sore skin. A pair of close fitting slip shorts under your training shorts takes the friction away and keeps everything in place during jumps and lunges.
Three demands on a pair for sport
They have to sit close without pulling, the leg opening has to stay put without silicone that scratches, and the fabric has to move sweat away. If just one of the three fails, you notice within twenty minutes. Have a look at the models under slip shorts.
The fabric has to work as hard as you do
Bamboo viscose carries sweat away and dries quickly, so you are not training in wet fabric. Dry skin chafes less and smells less, because bacteria have a harder time on a dry surface. Cotton, by contrast, soaks the sweat up and turns heavy and cold once you stand still.
Length depends on the sport
For running the shorts have to reach past the point where the thighs touch, or the chafing simply moves below the hem. For a class or strength training a shorter model can be enough. It is the range of movement and not the name of the sport that decides.
Under the training shorts
Most people wear slip shorts as a hidden layer under a loose pair of shorts. Have a look at the bamboo training shorts for women, cut loose enough that an extra layer does not pull, and hanging neatly over the top.
The rest of the training set
A bamboo sports bra solves the same problem on the upper body: hold and moisture transport in one. The rest of the range sits under bamboo training clothes for women, where the qualities are the same throughout.
After training
Do not sit around in wet shorts after a session. Moisture left against the skin for a long time is the most common cause of irritation, and changing is easier than treating it afterwards. Keep a dry pair in your bag when you train outdoors.
Washing and lifespan
Wash at 30 degrees soon after training so the sweat does not settle into the fibres. Leave out fabric softener, which closes the fabric up and slows moisture transport, and skip the tumble dryer so the elastane in the leg opening keeps its grip as long as possible. See also bamboo for training.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run in bamboo slip shorts?
Yes. They sit close, move sweat away and do not chafe. For very long distances a pair with a laser cut edge can be better, because there is no seam that can rub.
Should they be worn over briefs?
Most people wear them with nothing underneath, because two layers under the shorts get warm and can fold. If you are used to both, choose whichever feels driest after an hour of training.
How tight should they sit?
Close enough that they do not move, loose enough that you can fit a finger under the leg opening. Any tighter and they leave a mark and can restrict circulation.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
