non-peer-reviewed studies <\/a>and have concluded there is a slight edge if the swimmers shave. If nothing else, it may be just a mental thing where you have the feeling like you really put in your all by shaving that last square inch of your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAthletes will shave in some contact sports to prevent hair from getting pulled and pinched as they’re tackling or being tackled. Anything to reduce your surface area can prevent pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is It Ok For Men To Shave Their Legs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This is where things can get a bit touch and go. Personally, I think anyone can shave whatever they want to shave, and it is nobody’s business. On the other hand, I understand that some guys might feel self-conscious about shaving their legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps you might have to answer someone’s question, and you can be honest–I wanted to see what it was like! I’ve heard guys say this in this exact scenario, and nobody thinks twice about it. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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