Running tights: why wear them
On the road, the most common discomfort is not fatigue: it is chafing between the thighs, which appears after a few kilometers. Tights solve this by covering the upper legs with a smooth, stretchy fabric. They also provide muscle support that stabilizes your stride. Bodycross offers these running tights in men's and women's versions, worn alone or integrated into shorts.
Two styles, two uses
Tights alone: the Performance Tight, in the women's model or the men's model. Made of polyamide and elastane, with tapered legs, a 10 cm waistband with a drawstring, a front pocket, and a zippered back pocket.
2-in-1 shorts: the Performance Max Short 2 in 1, in the women's or men's version. Nylon tights under lightweight shorts, weighing 180 g in size M, with 3 pockets.
On the road: from your first jog to a marathon
For beginners, the Performance Tight is enough: it is lightweight and eliminates chafing from the very first run. Its flat seams do not mark the skin, and its anti-odor treatment helps with frequent training sessions. When you are preparing for a half-marathon or a marathon, the Performance Max becomes more practical. Its front pocket holds a 250 ml flask, its tights pocket keeps your phone secure, and its reflective logos make you visible during early morning runs. For very long distances, a hydration belt completes the outfit.
Choosing the right size
Tights that are too large will slide and bunch, while tights that are too small will constrict the waist. Measure your waist and hip circumference, then find the corresponding line in the men's shorts or women's shorts size guide. Wrong size? You have 30 days for a free exchange.
The other pieces of your outfit
For winter, women's running leggings or men's running leggings take over. To also see shorts without tights, open the men's shorts and tights.
