New World Record For Underwear Runners

Human beings do some very funny things. One of them is to keep records of all kinds of possible “achievements”. Another is to devise achievements that might be - well - questionable.

Adding to the list of questionable achievements is the latest record for the number of people running in their underwear. Apparently, a group in New York City now holds the official record, as 500 runners clad in undergarments and sneakers, took to the road through Central Park on Friday night.

They overturned the existing record for underwear runners, which had only been set the month before. Mind you, it was previously held by 146 men who ran in an English rugby field.

At least this run had a bit more pizzazz.

The Grand Marshall of the run was the Naked Cowboy. He’s mostly known for frequenting the streets of New York in a guitar, boots, hat and briefs. (Can’t imagine a more fitting person to lead a bunch of runners in undergarments.)

The run appers to have been a great way to advertise underwear of every sort. Men in boxers; women in shapewear; even a few participants in ensembles that included slips.

Frankly, in my opinion, the run was a great way to advertise sports bras! I wonder if any of the big lingerie brands will get in on that next time? When a woman is running in nothing but her bra and panties, it’s very obvious that her breasts need support.

It’s not just the large-busted that need support either. If you are looking for a sports bra and you have small breasts, consider the Nike Zip Front Sports Bra for high impact activities like running. Another great option is the Moving Comfort Womens Grace Bra.

If you are large busted, look to names like the Speedo Underwire Sports Bra or Champion Jogbra Action-Shape.

Sources: NECN.com; About.com