Monastat makes a chafing powder-gel that works wonders for preventing rubbing your thighs raw and isn't expensive at all (under $10). Don't be discouraged and it gets easier. Like #1 said, just keep going because being active is far better than doing nothing at all.

I saw this as kind of the same thing as getting aching muscles after working out, might feel bad now but it won't get better unless you continue.

Don't forget being able to catch your phone if you drop it while on the toilet...

where has this explanation of mermaidness been all my life!

Another bright side to the situation is that OP'S thighs were just numb! It seems that most people I'm aware of experience some serious, raw, burning pain when their thighs chafe. Especially during intense exercise, since sweat can run over the sores and further aggravate the discomfort... *shudders* All the unpleasantness aside, good on you OP. Kudos for starting a healthy activity; your body will thank you and reap benefits if you stick with it.

If your thighs touch, then your are currently a manatee, but there is hope. Keep being active and then become a mermaid!

Or crushing skulls between your thighs!!

My thighs have bled from rubbing together. OP is lucky. But I still feel her pain.

Rumor has it that it starts fires as well.

2 of my friends actually put deodorant on their inner thighs to prevent chafing lol

I'm sorry, but your reply is not worthy of being in the comment section.

You clearly have never experienced this kind of pain.

Your attitude might be though.