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As one continues on her Crossfit journey, she will realize there are certain things that may have never even crossed her mind until she started Crossfit. Like saying goodbye to baby soft hands, or finding random bruises on your neck, shoulders, forearms, thighs, shins, etc.
While I have learned to take pride in my calloused hands and wear my battle wounds proudly, one thing that I did not expect to happen when I started doing Crossfit is the not-so-sexy issue that happens when doing double-unders, box jumps, or other fast jumping movements. While it’s much more common in women who have had children, I have found if I do not “void my bladder” to put it PC, sometimes things just happen! And even if I do take precautions to use the facilities before class, and even in the middle of the class before a WOD, it does not always end perfectly contained. 
Clearly an embarrassing issue, I was a bit relieved when Crossfit HQ released a YouTube video letting me know I was not alone!
So yes. It happens. And since I think I have a fear of dehydration, I consume at least a gallon of water during the day before workouts and probably another 16oz right before class, plus more water during the workouts. While not a bad thing, water is not intended to stay in your system.
When offered an opportunity to try out Poise panty-liners, I immediately thought, “Nope, not for me!” (For period purposes, I have always been a tampon user, and just purchased a Diva Cup that I may try soon..). But then after having multiple occasions of frustrated double-under, double-under, oops, I thought why not be open minded and give it a try.
Being discreet to carry from the gym back to the restroom was always a good selling point. But trying it out was the true test. We completed a WOD last week that involved 10 to 1 push-presses and kettlebell swings with 20 double-unders in between each round. So, 10 push-presses, 10 KB swings, 20 double-unders, 9 push-presses, 9 KB swings, 20 double-unders, etc. While it did take a minute to get used to wearing the panty-liner, once I started the workout, I forgot it was even there.
After a hot, sticky, sweaty WOD, these liners did just as they were advertised to do! Absorbent and odorless, and potentially a new gym bag staple.
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I haven’t had this particular problem but good for you for being brave and talking about it! 🙂
My must-have for staying clean and fresh at the gym is moisture-wicking workout gear (no plain t-shirts for this gal!) and a cool shower ASAP when I’m done – because if I don’t leave the gym drenched in sweat, I didn’t work hard enough! 🙂
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August 19, 2013 at 8:27 am
I always about pee my pants during anything WOD involving jump ropes! I end up squeezing my legs together towards the end… Glad I’m not alone!!
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August 19, 2013 at 8:46 am
I’m glad you found something that works for you! I can totally relate to your jump rope issues, and liners are probably the way to go!
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Ouch, your poor hands!
Oh, yeah, I have this problem a lot! When I work out early a.m. before breakfast, it isn’t as much of a problem, but when I work out in the evening after I’ve been eating and drinking all day it’s a guaranteed problem. And at the end of every race (especially the 5K) it’s definitely a problem — in fact, I haven’t pushed hard enough in a race if I haven’t peed myself! Which is why I ALWAYS have a towel for the car for the drive home. And I learned to always wear black bottoms (moisture wicking of course) so that the “problem” isn’t quite as noticeable. I’d love to race in a cute pair of colored shorts, but then I’d obviously look like I peed myself!
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That is just too funny and cute. Whatever works though…it’s better to have the hands protected because trying to lift any weight for the several days that the blisters/pulled skin heals is a bear.
Pretty much the only way I feel clean and fresh is with a shower and doing the entire get ready routine.
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Yikes – your hands look like they hurt!
I rarely have issues while running (thankfully!!) but jumping – all the time anymore. One day I did 4300 jumping jacks (normal, right?) and since I was doing them in sets of 100, I had to make several quick pit stops and even still felt like I had pretty much peed myself by the time I was done.
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August 19, 2013 at 11:30 am
Haven’t had any issues during working out, but I’ve not done anything quite as intense that might trigger an ‘oops’ (but if I did I’d probably go for a liner too!).
Ways to stay fresh. Keep a package of face/body wipes handy so I don’t smell so bad after a run if I need to walk around after!
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August 19, 2013 at 9:58 pm
I mean like after a run race, lol not just after any run. After a regular run I have access to a shower immediately! But after a race…not always until much later!
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August 19, 2013 at 4:03 pm
I have not had an oops moment but coregasms are almost as hard to hide when it’s happening – LOL Makes for an interesting run. I can’t run without needing to pee right before and also sometimes during the first mile… (TMI?) Here I thought it was because I was getting older! LOL
Are the Poise PL’s good? I associate them with adult diapers in my head so I always stick with Carefree or Always.
I must have moisture wicking clothes and black or dark gray bottoms are a must… and face cloths to do a sweat quick clean up before driving home.
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I haven’t used pantiliners.
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so far I have been fortunate enough not to have this problem when working out, ONLY if I really have to pee and just trying to hold it.
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I take showers every morning and evening and sometimes during the day if I need it
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I bathe a lot, to stay fresh and clean, I love baths.
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I bathe often to stay fresh and clean and I also have a habit of changing my clothes twice a day (but that is more about my toddler making a mess all over my clothes)
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i take a long hot bath with lots of bubbles!!!
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I haven’t had this problem yet, but it runs in the family. Probably just a matter of time.
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In terms of what I do to stay fresh at the gym – deodorant and a towel to wipe off sweat. I also like to wipe down with some wet paper towels at the end and wash my hands before heading home.
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I like to shower in the morning and at night to feel fresh.
I have had this problem. I’ve not jumped into crossfit yet, but in just personal training or when lots of jumping is required in aerobics classes. It is soooo embarrassing- I’m 29, no kids, and no other excuses!
I haven’t tried panty liners because I figured they would be bulky and uncomfortable… maybe I should give them a try!!
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I love to exercise and shower regularly and I also love to exfoliate or do a deep cleanse on my skin once a week.
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August 21, 2013 at 12:25 pm
Hopping in a hot shower after a sweaty run is a must! If not I always bring a towel with me and a change of clothes too.
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I keep cottonelle wipes in the car. You can use them for wiping down anything. Your kid, your face and other such regions.
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Oh wow. That gotta hurt.
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To be honest – yes, I’ve had it a long time. And I’m SOOOOO glad I’m not the only one! I’ve tried panty liners before…they helped a little. I will have to try the Poise ones for sure! I think the only thing that REALLY makes me feel fresh is to shower – especially after exercising!
I haven’t had any issues during working out, yet. I stay fresh and clean by showering often.
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I takes showers to feel clean and fresh
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I always have to pee during double unders, and I haven’t had kids yet so it’s not just for women with kids!! I always keep 2 or 3 pair of extra underwear in my gym bag and will change right after class if I need to, especially if I’m going to stay after the WOD and work on other things.
Not yet thankfully! But I hear that could change as I grow older.
I take 2 showers a day and reapply deodorant throughout the day to feel fresh!
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I take a shower
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I haven’t experienced anything like that before.
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I started menopause less that a year ago, at age 51, I am now experiencing leakage! Never thought I’d be. To stay clean and fresh, I wear poise pads, also pantiliners.
Yes and Yes. I often wear panty liners…just in case.
Thanks so much.
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Thanks so much.
I always take a shower after the gym…it is a must!
I shower!
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I shower , shave and moisturize!
The best thing for meto feel fresh and clean is take a nice cold shower (in the summer) and brush my teeth. Nothing makes me feel more refreshed
Once – right after I had my first baby when we were jogging in exercise class. I was dribbling and had to stop. So embarrassing!
I take nice hot showers with plenty of soap to feel clean and fresh.
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it is great to know that I am not suffering alone all though I would not wish this on any one else. I wear panty liners an shower a lot.
Oh wow you must do some intense weight lifting!
My biggest issue when working out is sweating – yikes on the cardio machines.
I drink a lot of water to combat this.
And of course a shower after.
Thank you.
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I take a shower in the morning before work
and I take a shower at night before bed.
I take showers and change clothes whenever I feel sweaty
I shower, wear new clothes, and put on nice body mist!
To feel fresh, I shower often! If I start to feel too gross, it’s shower time 🙂 I also use baby powder to try and stave off sweat and to feel dry and comfortable during the day 🙂
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I never seemed to have any issues prior to my surgeries but now days I have to watch how much I lift when doing weights.
I shower to feel fresh and clean!
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I feel fresh after a shower!
Brushing and flossing my teeth a few times a day always makes me feel fresher.
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I experience these issues from time to time!
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I used to be a big time gym rat and never had issues. However, when I got into long distance backpacking, it’s inevitable that issues will happen and you don’t have a shower readily available. Also, you really don’t want to carry any additional items (pads) to make you load even heavier. I know you may thing that they are light…but every ounce adds up. So, my only hope on the days I’m in the woods, I pray for a river, stream or lake to clean up. I also would carry a small container of powder that I would use for “wetness.”
I shower daily
I have not experienced issues yet, and to feel clean and fresh, I like using nice smelling soaps and taking hot showers.
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I usually use liner to keep clean and fresh. I haven’t really experience any issue when working out…yet. But I know I don’t work out enough to tell! 😛 Thanks for your recommendation. Will check out this awesome product and try a sample.
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I like to shower in the evenings to go to bed clean. Helps me feel more relaxed, too.
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Not while working out but when laughing real hard.I haven’t tried a liner but will order a sample.
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I take showers and use panty liners to stay feeling fresh.
i take long hot showers or a bubble bath
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I take showers, wash my face and use scented lotion to feel fresh.
I shower everyday, that’s what keeps me clean!
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I wash my face and redo my hair to make me feel clean and fresh.
I like to take a nice, warm shower using philosophy’s Amazing Grace Shower Gel. My all-time favorite fragrance!
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I have always been a tampon user and have never had any issues when working out. I couldn’t imagine using pads/panty liners while exercising, I’ve always thought they were too bulky.
i bathe daily
I shower daily
Wash my face and brush my teeth!
I totally use liners…. my last child weighed 11 pounds… I am prepared for anything!
I shower and use feminine deodorant spray. Helps me feel clean and fresh.
I take frequent showers and carry wipes.
only that I can’t do what I used to when i was younger
I do the basics, shower daily, deodorant, light perfume, brush and floss.
i wear a pad every day! thanks kmassman gmail
cool showers!
I shower every night and morning and I use feminine deodorant spray 🙂
Daily showers and when needed help from a feminine deodorant!! ky_grandma40@yahoo.com
Since I don’t work out, I have never experienced these issues as a result of working out. LOL BUT I have experienced these issues when laughing or just being alive when I am on my period. I don’t know why that is, as it doesn’t happen any other time of the month! And oh yes, I use panty liners for that very reason. It is the #1 way I stay fresh during those times!
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I shower every day, put on a power spray deodorant and I always wear a pantiliner
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Working out hasn’t been an issue because I do my workouts at home, but I took my granddaughter to play tennis and had major leakage issues (restrooms aren’t close enough).
I take a long soak in the tub with scented bath salts.
I use panty liners and carry individual packets of moist wipes with me.
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OH YEAH been there I cant hear running water without the urge to pee and the fresh way for me is pantiliners and a shower after working out. I always go before getting on the treadmill so I dont have to go during.lol
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I take a shower every day.
Never tried panty liners, and I rarely work out 😛
I have used panty liners and love them.
I go swimming 3 times a week all year round. Love the water.
Thanks for the contest.
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I have had accidents and it’s not fun. I do use panty liners. Thank you!
To stay fresh and clean, I shower daily and wear deodorant and much perfume!
I shower daily and put on perfume throughout the day
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Besides showering twice s day , I use Feminine Wash or Wipes in between showers. With LBL a daily problem now (stupid menopause) I find I have to use something every time I use the rest room or I start to smell like a truck stop toilet
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nope, haven’t had any issues, but i’ve definitely heard about them from friends. I exfoliate after using body wash to feel clean and fresh.
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I take a shower first thing in the morning and then again after I get done working out.
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take showers
I shower daily or more, use powder, and I use panty liners. I love this product!!
I use deodorant many times a day to feel clean and fresh.
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To feel fresh and clean I shower in the morning and bath in the evening.
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I take a shower and use body spray
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I have experienced issues when working out but never wore a liner.
To feel fresh and clean, I take a shower and then put on my favorite lotion.
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I like to shower frequently and exfoliate once a week.
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I use panty liners at times. I notice the harder I work out, the more I have to rush to the bathroom.
I try to wear all cotton clothing and use panty liners to stay fresh through the day. And ofcourse shower daily.
No I haven’t. I use panty liners.
No, I haven’t had any problems yet *knock on wood*. I have used panty liners though.
Oh, heck yeah! I absolutely hated when I would get overly sweaty in my nether regions…that’s super attractive, especially if you’re wearing light colored pants or shorts, because then the entire world can see. Ick!
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I don’t work out so fortunately I haven’t noticed any problems!
I have yet to try crossfit although I have friends and family who LOVE it. I do lift heavy in the gym and I am worried about using the diva cup while squatting heavy weight. Have you used it while squatting. My concern would be that it could fall out when “bearing down”. Hope that’s not TMI. Just started using my diva cup today and I love it but “leg/glute day” is tomorrow. Not sure if I’m brave enough to try it yet. Thanks!
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Obviously super late in responding… but yes, diva cup is squat-approved 😉
Hope you are still enjoying it!! Hehe.
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