Unarguably, we all sweat (or at least we’d love to) during our workouts. Sweating is a sign of exertion and athleticism. It is a natural way of cooling down the body. But, not everything about sweat is so good. In fact, excessive sweating can greatly affect your workout routine. For instance, I have seen exercisers performing poorly not because of poor technique or strength issue, but of sweat!
Due to excessive sweat, you can have weights slipping from the grip and chafing in the armpits. So, all in all, if you suffer from sweat syndrome, then you need to make wise choices of your workout clothes. Having to wear the right kind of clothing can make all the difference in your workout sessions.
In this article, we will provide you with tips to buy super comfy and sweat-free clothes. Here is what you need to know:
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Material
Since you know that you will be perspiring a lot in your sessions, make sure that you pick the material of your clothes wisely. Ideally, look for Lycra blend or polyester or synthetic material. These materials will keep your skin warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Plus, these materials dry quickly.
Additionally, you can also opt for natural materials such as bamboo or wool as they too wick away moisture quickly.
Lastly, avoid wearing cotton for workouts. Many of us wear a cotton shirt during our workouts, which traps the perspiration. Although cotton is comfortable and costs less, it weighs down the garment and clings to the skin.
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Right Fit
Another important factor to keep in mind while buying clothes is to get the right fit. Your choice of workout clothes should fit your body well, depending on the kind of workouts you have planned.
For yoga or Pilates, look for stretchy and fitted fabrics that wick away sweat. But if you are planning for a run, then avoid wearing loose pants.
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Consider Seasons
What you wear during your workout also depends on the seasons. For instance, in summers, choose fabrics that allow your skin to breathe and wick sweat away. Wear clothes that allow you to move freely. In cold weather, dress in layers that are easily removable. Always keep sweat-wicking clothing on your inner layer and put an insulating layer on the top.
You are going to sweat during your workouts, irrespective of the weather. So dress appropriately.
Getting To Know The Fabrics
Before you go shopping, ensure that you are well informed about various fabrics.
Below mentioned are a few of the most viable fabrics that you can consider for wicking away the sweat:
Bamboo
If you are looking for a natural fabric that feels light and breathable, then go for Bamboo fabric. It wicks away moisture and also protects the skin from harmful ultra-violet rays. In Bamboo fabric, your skin will stay fresh and dry even after a marathon run. Guaranteed.
Nylon
Nylon is famous for women’s stockings but now is used for all kinds of workout clothing. It is as soft as silk, mildew resistant and dries quickly. This is a breathable material and wicks away sweat from the skin to the fabric’s surface.
It can undeniably stand up to the sweatiest of workouts. Besides, it has amazing stretch abilities, which can easily move with your leg movements.
Polyester
Polyester is basically a plastic cloth, which is durable, lightweight, breathable, wrinkle-resistant and non-absorbent, which means all the moisture from the skin will easily evaporate instead of being drawn to the fabric.
However, if a choice has to be made, then one should opt for nylon or bamboo fabrics. Since polyester is synthetic, it can foster bacteria growth and it also doesn’t dry as quickly as nylon.
Tencel
Tencel, similar to bamboo, is made from wood pulp. Clothes made from TENCEL are softer than silk and cooler than linen. The fabric has amazing sweat-wicking properties and is wrinkle-resistant.
Summary
For a lot of us, our old cotton T-shirts become our gym clothes. We don’t really care much about its quality and moisture-wicking abilities.
The purpose of this article is to give you a perspective on wearing the right clothes for your workout sessions. Hopefully, you are now ready to give it a try.
Author Bio: Diana Is a working woman, Apart from her desk job, She is a Health And Fitness Blogger and is working with the leading Fitness Clothing Brand LIVE! Clothing UK, She has been very keen on building a better physique, So she always finds time for her workout. Her motto is “Be better than you were yesterday and everything will be better tomorrow”.
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Sanya
- November 4, 2017
