Running Shirtless

[38thparallel]

Hi everyone,

I have to ask the question: how do you feel about running shirtless (both male and female)? I live in an area that is extremely humid and there are times when I'm sorely tempted to tear off my shirt and run in my sports bra. Yet, I always chicken out in the end. I mostly run in my neighborhood, which isn't very large and is pretty private. Still, I'm a total chicken! I am never bothered by other shirtless runners. Whatever their body type, skin pigment, body hair, etc. -- just lob on that sunblock and boast that healthy awesomeness! I just cannot get the image of a Baywatch babe out of my head when I'm trucking down the street with my supposed "sweat wicking" shirt practically glued to my torso.

What are your thoughts/experiences?

Comments

[38thparallel]

You're right, it's not unusual to be more judgmental about your own body than about other people's bodies. I get the feeling I should shed my shirt the next time I'm feeling like a soggy washcloth. Scandalized neighbors can GTFO!

[axelrod]

If you're more comfortable that way, absolutely. If anyone does take exception to that, well, it's not like you're standing in their living room with your shirt off :)