Sport Tampons
Sport Tampons
Designed for active lifestyles, sport tampons help manage your flow, so you can hike, dance and swim during your period.
Staying Active During Your Period
You don't have to give up your favorite activities when you have your period. In addition to choosing the right sport tampon, ease the discomfort of cramps with a PMS pain reliever or heating pad.
How Do Sport Tampons Differ From Regular Tampons?
Whether you're a competitive athlete or play for fun, you want to focus on your activity and not on your period. A sport tampon is designed to stay in place when you're in motion, providing flexible coverage through handstands in yoga class or personal bests in a marathon. These feminine care products can expand to fit your shape, capturing fluid from different directions to reduce the risk of leaks.
Some brands of athletic tampons, such as Playtex, boast interlocking fibers and multiple layers for added protection. Look for contoured plastic applicators for easy insertion, which is helpful if you need to quickly change the tampon. You can tuck a few tampons into a cosmetics bag and carry them with you discreetly to the gym or pool.
Do Sport Tampons Work Better?
Sport tampons are created with extra barriers to help stop leaks. They're also intended to adjust to your body as you move, offering enhanced comfort. For best protection when exercising, choose the right absorbency for your flow.
Similar to other tampons, athletic tampons are available in regular, super and super-plus absorbencies. If a tampon isn't providing the protection you need, you may want to switch to a higher absorbency. A sport tampon multipack is a convenient way to ensure you have the right level of protection on hand. You may also want to use a panty liner as backup for peace of mind.
Can You Use Regular Tampons for Sports?
Absolutely. Every person is different, so choose the product that fits you best and provides the most comfort for your activity. Your favorite tampon may provide the coverage you need, whether you're swimming or kicking back at home, so you only need to keep one type in your bathroom vanity.
Some brands already provide extra leak protection, such as Tampax Radiant, which has a braided string for a final layer of absorbency. You might even prefer a menstrual cup instead of a tampon. Try different products to find one that helps you move and stretch comfortably.