How to Wear an Athletic Cup
Athletic cups are worn by male athletes to help protect their genitals from injury. A cup is a small piece of molded plastic that can withstand hits, kicks or trauma from sports gear or other players. Athletic cups are recommended for any males that play sports.
- Try on the cup to make sure it fits properly. The cup should fit securely and not be too tight or too loose. You should be able to move comfortably in the cup. Cups come in several sizes. The size of the body determines the cup size needed.
- Slip on a pair of briefs. The cup should slide into the front pocket of the briefs. It should fit comfortably, and none of the plastic should be touching the body.
- Slip on a jock strap. The jock strap is designed to hold the cup close to the body and prevent it from moving around or sliding out of place. Jock straps can be purchased at most sporting good stores. The jock strap can be worn with or without underwear.
- Wear long underwear or tight fitting pants under your athletic clothing to help hold the cup in place. Cups can be worn with underwear or in place of them. The long underwear or pants should hold the cup comfortably against the body.
- Always wear a cup when playing any type of sport. Wear it to practices and sporting events. If worn properly, a cup can protect you from severe injuries and pain.