How To Stop The War On Your Thighs | Running Chafe

Inner thigh chafing can ruin your long run fast — especially when you start increasing mileage, adding tempo workouts, or training for a half marathon or marathon. In this video, I break down exactly why runners experience chafing, the most common mistakes people don’t realize they’re making, and how to prevent inner thigh chafing before it starts. If you’ve ever stepped into the shower after a long run and felt that sting, this is for you. I run 50 miles per week and have dealt with chafing the hard way. In this video I cover: The real cause of inner thigh chafing during long runs Why sizing and material matter more than you think Compression shorts, half tights and running shorts Why some “phone pockets” actually cause friction When to use anti-chafing products like Body Glide The exact shorts and half tights I use during marathon training Whether you’re training for your first marathon, building mileage, or just trying to run comfortably, preventing chafing is critical for consistency and injury prevention. If you're looking for practical marathon training advice, realistic running gear recommendations, and tips for everyday runners — subscribe for weekly content. Run smart. Stay consistent. Avoid the chafe. ⚙️ GEAR & RESOURCES HALF TIGHTS: New Balance: https://tinyurl.com/New-Balance-Tights Wolaco Half Tights: https://tinyurl.com/Wolaco-Tights SHORTS: Brooks: https://tinyurl.com/Brooks-Shorts COMPRESSION: Nike: https://tinyurl.com/Nike-Compressions CHAFE BALM STICK: Body Glide: https://tinyurl.com/Chafe-Balm Watch: Garmin Forerunner 970 Gels: Cliff Bars (watermelon and margarita) Race Day Shoes: Puma Daily Trainers: Asics Follow my Road to Indy 2026 🔗 Stay Connected With Me Strava: https://strava.app.link/fMlgYa6fIZb #runningtips #MarathonTraining #RunningGear #Runners