How to Wear Shin Guards With Leggings

Wear your favorite pair of leggings with protective shin guards on your lower leg. Shin guards, also called shin pads, are protective gear commonly used in sports such as soccer, football, rugby, baseball and ice hockey. They provide shock-absorbing padding to protect against impact that can cause broken bones and other serious leg injuries. Shin guards are typically made with materials like foam rubber, fiberglass and polyurethane.

Things You'll Need

  • Long socks
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Instructions

    • 1

      Put on the leggings. Leggings are made with spandex and cling tightly to the skin, while allowing a full range of movement. Choose leggings up to the knees so the shin guard stays in contact with the skin. Wearing the leggings between your shin and the shin guard builds up heat and friction, which can cause irritation.

    • 2

      Strap on the shin guard. Secure the top straps around your leg, then tighten the bottom straps around your calf. Aim for a snug fit without over-tightening. The shin guard should cover almost all of your lower leg.

    • 3

      Wear long, knee-high socks over the shin guards. The socks aid in holding the shin guards in place, especially in fast-moving sports like soccer. The socks should be long enough to cover your shin guards.