Quite frankly I'm yet to meet anyone who looks attractive in the gym. Furthermore anyone attempting to look attractive in the gym usually comes off looking more stupid than cute. But lets be honest girls we know we SHOULDN'T care what we look like, but we do....
Yes yes, the gym isn't a fashion show, yes I know. However, I wear gym clothes so much I want to at least look presentable.
I own more workout clothes that anything else, its sad but true! I kinda rotate my looks depending on a few things - the type of training I'm doing, the condition of my body, size fluctuations, chafing! I have everything and anything but there's a staple look and a few essentials that work for me time and time again.
Firstly, the best workout leggings around. Under Armour Heat Gear Capri Tights - £25. If you don't own anything else, these you should run out and buy immediately!!
Why are they so good? They don't chafe, or go see through when you bend over. They deal with sweat well, cotton material will soak it up these kinda push it away (I'm sure there is a more technical explanation). They wash up really well and dry super fast so you can stick them in the washing machine and they will be ready to wear by morning. I own 4 pairs, without a doubt my favourite leggings for training in all weather/heat conditions!
A word to the wise - its my personal rule never to wear anything other than black bottoms. Sweat marks on your crutch is not a good look :-)
I'm not a fan of the crop top look, other than if I am under extreme SUPER sweaty conditions from cardio and even then the over top is thrown on quick smart before I leave the machine. In my opinion.... its not a cute look and should be left for magazine covers.
So... to keep cool I wear a decent sports top, not bra, they are too clunky and I don't need that support, from Nike or Under Armour. Here's my recent favourite from Under Armour - £22.
Worn with the Under Armour Victory Tank - £16. I've bought one in every colour!
Nike also do a great range of workout vests with a bra shelf inserted but this season their choice is limited. But do keep an eye out.
Trainers are a tricky area, Asics work best for me but that has been a case of trial and error. I also wear orthotic insoles that I had made by a podiatrist. It really was the best thing I ever did and noticeably reduced the aches and pains I felt in my hips, legs and feet. They cost about £200 so its not cheap but definitely worth it especially if you do a lot of high impact workouts.
So there you go, my current workout favourites. You can get these at underarmour.com or fitnessbox.co.uk or at the Under Armour store in Haymarket Edinburgh.
Happy shopping!
Love
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