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 2009-07-10 8:42 AM |
 3 |  Subject: Question for ladies...re: attireI am training for my first sprint tri. Been doing brick workouts, all is fine. My issue is attire. Going from swim to bike should be no problem, I don't mind tri shorts. But going from bike to run is...more problematic. After having my children, I have some...leakage issues (!) when I run, so I really can't just start running after jumping off the bike. I sort of need a pad to prevent an embarrassing problem. Any ideas??? I don't want to take the time to change bottoms, really, but I can't think of any other solution. And I'm not in this to win - just to finish. Any advice? Thanks so much! |
| 2009-07-10 8:46 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
Expert 2189    Dodge County, MN (out in the corn) | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire I've never tried it, but I've read that using a tampon will help with the leaking issue. Otherwise, there is a pad in the tri shorts, right? Kind of icky, but would work. Good luck. |
| 2009-07-10 9:23 AM in reply to: #2275689 |
| 3 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire Thank you! I tried the tampon. Not enough help there...drat. |
| 2009-07-10 9:34 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
Science Nerd 28760   Redwood City, California | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire A lot of women here recommend the Diva cup. I haven't used it myself, but from what I understand you can leave it in for quite awhile and I believe they hold more than a tampon. You can get more info on it here. |
| 2009-07-10 10:06 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
Pro 5011 Twin Cities | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire Wait--are we talking about urine? If so, just let it go. |
| 2009-07-10 10:06 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
Extreme Veteran 660 Texas | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire I have the same issue...women are so lucky to have these issues, aren't they?  (But I have to admit, I'm glad I'm not the only one!) During runs, I usually have to wear a poise pad, which is a pain in the and just plain sucks.For me, it's not a big issue for a sprint distance. As gross as it sounds, you do have padding in the tri shorts and it does absorb.  If you're going to hang out after the tri for the post race party and awards ceramony, then I would probably bring an extra pair of shorts to change into. I've pretty much decided that if I want to go for an Oly next year, I am going to have to come up with another plan since the run is 2x the usual sprint distance and I definitely don't go that long without something. I'm looking into the TVT procedure which is supposed to help, but that would require me to be inactive for about 6 weeks...gotta wait until this year's tri season is over, LOL! |
| 2009-07-10 10:23 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
New user 4 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire I have never had this issue (no kids) but have you ever thought about consulting with a physiotherapist that specializes in stress incontinence? There are different pelvic floor exercises that may help strengthen those muscles... I know here on PEI there is one physio that specializes in this. |
| 2009-07-10 10:25 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
Extreme Veteran 439 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire Do not have much advice to offer on the short term, but, start doing pelvic floor exercises with every abb work out, when watching TV, when in the bath, I know how you feel, having 5 children myself i have had to work hard at this, you can make this problem go away it just takes a bit of time, i was a woman only PT for years and would love to give you some routines to do , just PM me and I'll get back to you. good luck with the race. lol Sarah |
| 2009-07-10 12:17 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
Master 2638 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire No one will ever notice any leakage. People pee on their bikes all of the time and you will be wet from the swim and sweaty anyway. I might go with darker shorts, though. If you are really worried about it, keep an extra water bottle in your transition area and "rinse off" when you get your bike racked. That might stimulate a release (so you won't have any for the run) and rinse off at the same time. Then, when you finish the race, you can just change into a different pair of shorts for the after-party. Seriously, people who do ironman races pee on themselves on purpose so they don't lose time stopping so a little leakage should not be a big deal. Your shoes and socks may be stinky later but they would be stinky from sweat anyway. I'm sorry that you have to worry about this problem. Post-childbirth (or just post-menopause), women's bodies just aren't the same. Pelvic floor exercise do help for some, but not all - depends on whether your support systems have just stretched or broken. I have similar issues but in the back. Trust me when I say that I ALWAYS know where the potties are and always have a clean pair of shorts (and babywipes) in my bag. Edited by Mrs. brown_dog_us 2009-07-10 12:28 PM |
| 2009-07-10 2:25 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
Extreme Veteran 582 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire As embaressing as it is, I have the same problem. After two kids, things just aren't the same down there. I actually made an apt. to see my OBGYN b/c it was so bad. She gave me some pelvic floor exercises to do (but like another poster said, they don't always work) and put me on a "bladder" diet. No coffee, caffeine, citrus, carbonated beverages, chocolate (ya right...couldn't give that up ), etc... These things have seemed to help and when I decide to indulge and have a chai latte in the AM I pay the price and know I can't run until the evening! The tampon thing actually works for me, but it has to be OB....something about the way that it fans out in all directions. She said she hates OB tampons for actual periods, but highly recommends them for leakage issues. I'm sorry you are dealing with this issue, but it is actually very common. Like others have said, you can always just "go" in your shorts...it's really not that big of a deal. Or, just take a minute or two and use a porty-a-potty after the bike. Oh...and I always go in my wetsuit before the swim! Good luck! I hope this helps! |
| 2009-07-10 3:27 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
Extreme Veteran 535 Central New York | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire This happens to me a lot, and I just let it go. I only wear dark shorts, so I'm never concerned about people knowing...and I'm sure I'm not the only one doing this. In a way, it's really freeing!! Just let it out and don't worry about it. You can always take a dip in the lake after your run!! There is no way I would race with a tampon or a pad...much rather just pee in my pants! |
 2009-07-10 4:11 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
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| 2009-07-10 4:14 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
| MotoQueen 13195 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire Just let it go. Everyone else is, so join the party. Everything goes into the wash later anyway, shoes and all. |
| 2009-07-10 8:35 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
| Veteran 275 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire I have a similar type of question. No kids here but having period comfort issues. I am not comfortable enough just to wear a tampon while on my period in bike shorts. What do you ladies do for that time of the month. Do you switch to regular shorts and go about your business normally. Do you chance it with just a tampon and bike shorts? Do you throw on a pair of underwear with the bike shorts? I have tried the regular shorts with my normal business but seriously lets talk about an uncomfortable ride. I just noticed it this month for the first time. |
| 2009-07-10 8:57 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
| Regular 281 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire Sorry to barge in but I gotta know. When women give birth, after the birth you guys have trouble controlling your urine (learn something new everyday)? If this info got out to teenage girls then the pregnancy rate would plumit. |
| 2009-07-10 9:00 PM in reply to: #2277396 |
| Science Nerd 28760 Redwood City, California | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire stefanier - 2009-07-10 9:35 PM I have a similar type of question. No kids here but having period comfort issues. I am not comfortable enough just to wear a tampon while on my period in bike shorts. What do you ladies do for that time of the month. Do you switch to regular shorts and go about your business normally. Do you chance it with just a tampon and bike shorts? Do you throw on a pair of underwear with the bike shorts? I have tried the regular shorts with my normal business but seriously lets talk about an uncomfortable ride. I just noticed it this month for the first time. Never wear underwear and bike shorts! That leads to a lot of chafing!! Personally, I just use a tampon with my bike shorts. It's not really uncomfortable for me. |
| 2009-07-10 9:19 PM in reply to: #2275662 |
| Veteran 180 Madison | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire I have the same issue...no amount of Kegals is going to help me. It's surgery when I have the time to take 6 weeks off with no lifting. Anyways - normally I wear a poise pad. For my sprint - - I practiced with just my tri shorts and did just fine. Like the above posts, I probably wouldn't wear my shorts around town afterwards ---but they weren't overflowing either. Good luck. Glad to see so many other women have this issue. I thought it was just me. :-) |
| 2009-07-10 10:15 PM in reply to: #2277425 |
| Expert 2189 Dodge County, MN (out in the corn) | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire ATLsbr - 2009-07-10 8:57 PM Sorry to barge in but I gotta know. When women give birth, after the birth you guys have trouble controlling your urine (learn something new everyday)? If this info got out to teenage girls then the pregnancy rate would plumit. Post of the day! Really, I agree 10000%. I can see the brochures now. |
| 2009-07-10 10:17 PM in reply to: #2277396 |
| Lafayette, CO | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire stefanier - 2009-07-10 7:35 PM I have a similar type of question. No kids here but having period comfort issues. I am not comfortable enough just to wear a tampon while on my period in bike shorts. What do you ladies do for that time of the month. Do you switch to regular shorts and go about your business normally. Do you chance it with just a tampon and bike shorts? Do you throw on a pair of underwear with the bike shorts? I have tried the regular shorts with my normal business but seriously lets talk about an uncomfortable ride. I just noticed it this month for the first time. I am fortunate enough not to have a period these days (IUD) but when I did I used a tampon (cut the string!) or the Diva Cup. Never a pad. |
| 2009-07-10 11:06 PM in reply to: #2277526 |
| Regular 281 | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire rowdypaint - 2009-07-10 11:15 PM Post of the day! Really, I agree 10000%. I can see the brochures now. But the male teen suicide rate would rise by about 10000% |
| 2009-07-11 12:19 AM in reply to: #2275662 |
| Expert 977 Huntington Beach | Subject: RE: Question for ladies...re: attire My mom had the surgery and it didn't solve anything. Do the research before you commit to that. As for now, notice that both men and women sweat in the crotch area while riding/running. Perhaps half of the people are sweating and half are peeing? |
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