What are jock straps for?

Question

I heard they were for sports but why does some sports need your butt to be higher?

I play badminton and volleyball, should I wear one? And why is it also embarrassing being caught in one?

And I was wondering if there were a long-term effect on your butt, like having it higher if you wear it enough, in a good way.

Answer 1

Dude, it is not for your butt, It keeps your twig and berries from bouncing everywhere and holds a device called a cup if you need that.   You will not need a cup.  Yes you should wear one, and the reason it would be embarassing is if you got caught in the open wearing one with nothing else on, you would be showing everyone your naked butt.  You see, the thing does not cover your butt just the front.  It will not make your butt higher.  It is similar to wearing tight underwear without the back part.

Answer 2

They help keep your privates from bouncing around. It's not embarrassing to be caught in one but they look somewhat like a thong so it can be interpreted as funny. No long term effects at all, and really has no real effect on the butt. It is protection against injury.