Simply Fab: Maidenform Firm Control Thong

FabSugar — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 06:00:22 PDT

Women often want to hide their tummy but what they don't want are ugly VPLs. Maidenform's Firm Control Thong ($18) is a plausible solution because it features the waistband needed to flatten the stomach, plus it's a thong. The leg openings ensure that you can move freely and the pillow case crotch (tee hee) provides soft comfort.

Say adieu to sucking in and VPLs, and bonjour to sexy comfort.

Underwear and Exercise: Health Risks If You Wear or Go Bare

Jenny Sugar — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:06:06 PDT

While halfway through my morning workout I said to my running buddy, "Dang, I shouldn't have worn this underwear!" She was surprised I was wearing any at all. That got me thinking - is it healthier to wear panties while exercising, or is going commando better for your lady business? If you do wear undies, are certain materials or styles healthier?

The combination of heat, sweat, and friction in your nether regions is not only uncomfortable, it can be unhealthy. Tight and nonbreathable clothing traps heat and moisture, which can encourage the growth of candida, and lead to an unbearable yeast infection. That's not the only thing you have to worry about. When bacteria travels from back to front, it increases your risk for contracting an uncomfortable urinary tract infection (UTI) as well. These can both be prevented if you pay special attention to what you wear below the waist.

There's a lot worth mentioning about your unmentionables, so keep reading to find out what you should be wearing when working out.