I wear thong underwear nearly every day and find thongs to be one of the most comfortable, supportive, and practical styles of men’s underwear around. One of the things I particularly like about wearing thong underwear is how supportive it is for athletic pursuits. I like to workout and participate in sports a lot, and I’ve come to appreciate the benefits of men’s athletic thong underwear.
Why Athletic Men Benefit from Thong Underwear
After wearing boxer briefs for many years, I came to appreciate the benefits of thong underwear for fitness and sports. As I grew tired of my boxer briefs bunching up, chafing, and providing inadequate support, I found it refreshing to experience the comfort and mobility benefits of thong underwear during my workouts. I quickly discovered that the freedom of movement and the superior support offered by men’s thongs made this style the ideal activewear underwear for men.
For those men who are apprehensive about trying men’s thong underwear, anecdotal evidence on online forums suggest that more and more men are experiencing a rise in popularity among more fitness oriented men. More and more men have been wearing performance thong underwear in sports such as running, bicycling, and weightlifting due to the benefits such as less chafing, no bunching, and added support and breathability. In fact, male dancers have long worn thong underwear for these same very reasons.
Key Features Athletes Should Look For
Some important features that male athletes should look for when choosing thong underwear include moisture wicking material as this will keep your private parts drier and more comfortable. It also helps to choose breathable fabric to help stay cooler, which is especially helpful when running or biking on a hot day. Additionally, high performance fabrics will help to ensure more long term durability during athletic activities. I have thong underwear that I’ve been using for workouts that has lasted years.
Best Types of Thongs for Athletic Men
There are certain key features that male athletes should look for when considering a thong. These features are usually advertised quite prominently on the packaging or online product description, thus making it quite easy to identify suitable performance thongs for men.
By entering search terms such as “moisture wicking thong”, “breathable men’s thong”, “high performance fabric”, “compression thongs”, and “supportive pouch men’s thong” into your search engine of choice or on your favorite online vendor’s website, it’s easy to find the best athletic thongs for men.
Top Brands Making Athletic Thong Underwear
Several major manufacturers have recently jumped into the men’s thong underwear market by creating designs which are ideal for athletes. My absolute favorite is Jockey, which is known for the Jockey Sport Stability Pouch Microfiber Thong (click here to read our review). This men’s thong provides unparalleled support, compression, comfortable moisture wicking fabric, and overall comfort for sports and everyday wear.
Another excellent option is the Joe Snyder Men’s Thong 03 (click here to read our review). While some may find the front pouch to be a bit too small, those who find the fit to be just right will experience superb front support from this athletic thong and freedom of movement due to the minimal coverage. As an added benefit, the Joe Snyder Men’s Thong 03 can also be an excellent choice to function as thong swimwear.
Another new entry into the men’s athletic thong underwear space is the iconic brand Bike, with their Bike Athletic Active Thong.
The Bike brand has long been known for their jockstraps, which have been a staple in sports for over 150 years. The Bike Athletic Active Thong features a contoured pouch for secure front support, a soft and breathable fabric blend for increased comfort and durability, and a sporty and conservative styling.
How to Care for High Performance Thongs
As men’s athletic thong underwear is usually slightly more pricey than many more standard styles, and is often made with high performance fabrics, it’s important to care for your thongs properly.
It’s worth washing in a delicates bag on a cold delicate cycle, then letting your thong air dry. Even better, considering handwashing your high performance thongs and air drying. I should mention that I’ve been washing my thongs in a delicate cycle along with my other more delicate garments, and they’ve been holding up extremely well. I have thongs that are several years old and are still in brand new condition. Click here to read more about how to care for your thong underwear.
Final Thoughts: Why Thongs Are a Game Changer for Athletic Men
Now that more major manufacturers have expanded into the men’s thong underwear space, there are now many more excellent options for athletic men. Previously, our only options were old fashioned and (in my opinion) very ugly briefs (AKA “tighty whiteies”) which only provided moderably more support than boxers, boxer briefs that allowed for a lot of shifting around of the front package and which constantly bunched up, boxers that provided absolutely no support whatsoever, or jockstraps which are very limited in style and comfort options. The introduction of thong underwear completely changes the game, and open the door to increased comfort, support, and freedom of movement for active athletic men.
