What is your opinion about guys running in running tights?
Question:I am pretty athletic and do sports. I prefer to run in long running tights during winter because I like the freedom, unlike heavy sweatpants that kind of weighs you down. And it is heck a lot easier to wash and not smelly than sweatpants.
But my dad hates it, I meant really hate it. He says it is the ugly piece of clothing I have. He says any kind of tights just look like crap. I also wear underarmor tight shirt,otherwise I get bleeding nipples during long runs; and my dad hates that too. Some of my friend also say I should lose running tights.
I don't understand why people find it objectionable though. We wear it during football, so why can't we wear it during running?
But I don't really have problem wearing it and have the physique for it. But this constant nagging from other people is putting a dent in my confident in wearing it.
So what do you think when you see a guy running in tights? Do you find it weird or anything? Or do you mind?
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well I'm a guy and I think it looks and feel nasty like I'm a *** or something. lolDepends on the guy, LOL
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shirts don't really bother me but the bottoms do. they are okay but I think it looks a little strange. however, if you like it and are happy with it go for it!How do you feel about it runners?
I wear running tights also. Keep the tights. You should be running in wicking material in winter, and not in cotton sweatpants, where you are more likely to sweat, and the sweat will freeze. Guys in running tights are superhot, and I drool when I see them! Waddle on, friend!Track -why arent i improving on my 400??
some people think people that run in tights are gay but they're not they are just wearing so that the wind won't be blowing them back when they're runningas a 23 yr old woman if the guy is fit and in shape, tights are sexy and they don't leave anything to the imagination. ; )
my preference for men though, jogging shorts, no shirt.
Look, you are the person who is running, and if "running tights" make it more comfortable then go right ahead. Don't let other people bring you down with negative opinions. You made a very good point about other sports that wear spandex and the like. Such as wrestling, running, football, etc etc. Tell them they are just jealous that you're active and they are not. Or tell them to kiss your *** lol.
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dont bother me but you shuold try to cover it up i think that is the only trouble with it .Is running on the treadmill easier than actual running on the ground?
i would say you go right ahead and wear your running tights. to hoot what anyone else says or thinks. free country after all!! it may not be appealing to some, but hey your running not doing a fashion show. if your comfortable and they keep you warm, go ahead!!Should i keep on running track?
Not at all. You're the one doing the running so you should choose what is more comfortable for you to run in. I don't see why people are making such a big deal about it. When ever I see a person running I don't really pa atention to their clothes. It's more like "look at that woman/man. Do I wish I had the will power to do run on a regular basis" Don't let these people get to you. Do what feels best.I admire anyone athletic enough to wear tights, especially spandex. If you've worked hard to have a buffed body, you SHOULD show it off. Sounds like those who tell you it looks bad are simply homophobic (not that you are Gay, I understand) and/or are jealous because they don't have the guts to wear tights, probably because they are unfit and out of shape.
And, yes, tights are more comfortable than sweats.
Only in America are people insecure enough to sweat an athletic man about wearing tights. The athletic human form is one of nature's most beautiful sights, and you have nothing feel guilty about!
AHHHHH!! IT BURNS!! MY EYES, MY EYEEEEEES!!!!
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Stein - checking out the answers here and more than half are against your tights. I think that others opinions are really immaterial. If their life focuses on what you wear, then just how important can they, or their opinion be. You have valid, legitimate reasons for liking and wearing tights and that makes it right. Those who object must really be insecure in their own masculinity or self esteem and need help. They should be screaming your clothing makes me believe I am Queer or something. Wear the tights and I will cheer you on and bi&tch slap the naysayers along with you.Any advice on how to run a 5k? This is my first.?
I see lots of men running in tights in the winter months, run in what works for you.I don't think it looks as bad as the gals that roll their shorts down so their gut hangs over and you can see the tags of their shorts.It is gross
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Buy some "almost tights" instead. They're far less restrictive (tight), are more breathable (90% polyester & 10% lycra) plus they look a lot better on most guys!Tips for running for further and longer?
I wear the underarmor top, but not the shorts.though, for me, thats mostly cause I don't have the physique for it...as far as I'm concerned you gotta earn it! Nothing at all wrong with the top, I love the way it feels...bottoms, I wouldn't say anything wrong either, though I personally wouldn't wear them.What are good running books or magazines?
Chances are your dad wouldn't object to your wearing a raincoat if it were raining, but I won't suggest you try to fight him on this. If you are (or he is) concerned about "the look" tights give you, then put a pair of shorts on over them. When the weather is cold but not frigid I wear tights with baggy shorts over them. My legs stay warm but I get the freedom of motion that you get from the tights. Specialized running shorts work too. You could try wearing the tights under the running pants, but I usually save that for really cold weather. You might want to try a pair of nylon windpants - they don't have all of the freedom of movement of tights, but aren't as "out there."Bear in mind though that frostbite is a serious concern in cold weather. Any of your...ahem...extremities are subject to getting frost bitten and...well let's just say that wearing tights alone could subject you to a brutally painful case of frostbite if you run in seriously cold weather.
If you are getting bleeding or irritation anywhere then check out Body Glide or another anti-chafing product. But I will admit there is a part of me that enjoys the look on people's faces when they see blood on my shirt...
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keep running no matter what other people say things about what u wear. if its comfy, wear it! shorts r my thing when running. even in 32 or lower. im not a sweats person. so, it depends on u. ignore those rude remarks and do whats comfy!Who here can run 7 miles w/o stoppin?
I'm amazed at this question. I see nothing wrong with a guy wearing tights to stay warm. Been there, done that. In my opinion, anyone who objects should just get over it.wear them. especiallly in the freezing cold weather. not wearing them screws up your muscles. i alot of guys on my xc/track team wear them. its prefectly fine. just wear like a tshirt and shorts over them otherwise it looks weird. the only problem i have with guys is wearing short shorts to practice. now thats a problem..
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if your talking about the long black under armor tight's then it's ok and so are the under armor tight's that go to your knee's that's what i wear in the beging of the season when we have a few meet's early in march and it get's cold after the sun goes down so no there is nothing wrong with that at all it doent make you gay all your trying to do is keep warmDude, there is NO shame in wearing tights. Im in track, so I have to wear them daily. Hell, the girls like it. Which is a little boost of confidance.
But seriously, there is nothing gay about tights. Theyre better than those baggy sweats anyday!
I don't really see any point in caring if a guy wears tights or not-just put a pair of shorts on over them, to hide the "little guys" better, and live with it (girls should wear shorts over their tights too, btw--funny story about that...my spanish teacher's a marathon runner, and she leaves from school to go running, so one time during xc we were leaving on a run and we see her going out in this pair of bright '80's tights with no shorts on top...ew.)
Anyway, to answer the question-if a guy has shorts over his tights while running, I see no problem with it. Even if he doesn't...I'll just look at them, be like "ok..." and get over it. Do whatever you like-just take the shorts comment seriously :) Good luck with your dad, and with your running! (and football too)
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While tights are very appropriate for running and biking, after I saw a guy run a race in a tuu-tuu, nothing phases me.I think the only people who find it weird are non-runners. Go with what's comfortable to you. Who cares what others think.
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