Quality sports are constant physical activity combined with properly selected equipment. Special fitness clothing for women will make the training process enjoyable and will not hinder movement.
Existing options
Clothing for any sports activities must meet certain requirements: not restrict movement, not squeeze certain parts of the body. Sports suits are often washed and the products can lose color and fade. Therefore, you should not buy too bright things. Choose clothes only in your size - you can't fully exercise in suits that literally hug your body or constantly slip off your shoulders or waist.
For the hall
Indoor sports activities are significantly different from outdoor activities. As a rule, a certain temperature regime is maintained in gyms. Therefore, the probability of uncomfortable weather conditions (heat, ice, frost) is excluded. And it is quite natural that training in the gym is simply convenient, especially considering the availability of a variety of high-quality sports equipment, it is possible to train at any time. For regular training, it is advisable to choose special clothing.
Common combinations of sports wardrobe:
- shorts/top/t-shirt;
- sweatpants/t-shirt;
- leggings/tank top/top.
Fans of the gym should give preference to T-shirts, sports tops and leggings or sports pants in neutral tones. Sportswear should not sag, so as not to accidentally catch on sports equipment.
For active aerobics and shaping, it is advisable to choose clothes that absorb and wick away sweat well. For vigorous exercises, you can look for short tops, shorts, and brightly colored sports swimsuits.
For yoga, pilates, stretching, comfortable pastel-colored clothes that will not interfere with relaxation and meditation are suitable. Sports leggings and knitted tops are ideal for stretching exercises. Due to their elasticity, fitness clothing does not restrict movement and is pleasant to the touch.
For outdoor activities
Fans of fresh air and a healthy lifestyle try to do fitness outside in the warm season. The most popular types of exercise are running, race walking, and strength training on sports grounds. For warm summer days, sets of clothes that are worn to the gym are quite suitable.
But for sports on cool days, you should already select special equipment, which is formed on the principle of multi-layering. The first layer of fitness clothing for active girls (basic) is thermal underwear, which fits tightly to the body and controls thermoregulation. The second layer of equipment ensures heat retention, this is a fleece jacket, sweater. The third layer (jackets with special membranes) protects the athlete from precipitation, wind:
- if it is dry outside, but windy and fresh enough, you can wear a regular tracksuit (leggings or trousers, windbreaker) and a T-shirt. On rainy days, it is recommended to complement the outfit with a waterproof jacket;
- at low temperatures, thermal underwear is worn under tracksuits. Depending on the temperature, cool, warm, xwarm models are chosen (respectively, light, warm and very warm). In piercing winds, it is better to wear thermal underwear with windproof inserts;
- To choose the right fleece jacket for your workout, you need to consider the intensity of your physical activity and the air temperature. The lightest sports jackets are designed for running, cycling in light wind or rain. Three-layer jackets are best worn in strong winds while skiing or hiking. Four-layer fleece jackets will provide excellent protection even at very low temperatures.
Specially selected sportswear demonstrates and cultivates a woman's attentive attitude to sports and her appearance. Therefore, old T-shirts and torn denim shorts are best left for work on clean-up days or house cleaning.
Requirements for the material
Nowadays, many companies offer a variety of sports equipment. Before choosing fitness clothes, it is advisable to know what material it is made of. Textiles must have special qualities to ensure comfortable sports activities. The fabric for clothes must meet several basic hygienic characteristics:
- Thermal conductivity of the material is determined by the structure of the fabric, the type of fibers. Sportswear for fitness made of lavsan, nitron has good properties;
- air permeability is responsible for the ventilation of the body under clothing, since low air permeability can cause deterioration in health. Good indicators are found in wool and knitwear products. Low indicators are found in dense cotton fabrics and synthetics. There is practically no air exchange in clothes coated with water-repellent compounds. Therefore, such jackets are worn only during rain or strong winds;
- hygroscopicity – the ability of a fabric to absorb sweat and moisture. This quality is especially important during intense workouts in the gym. Due to high hygroscopicity, the clothing material absorbs the sweat released without a significant loss of heat-protective qualities. Natural fabrics have the best hygroscopicity. Synthetic materials (nylon) are not hygroscopic;
- Water capacity characterizes the ability of a fabric to retain moisture. Thermal conductivity of wet fabrics changes (in wool it increases by 2.2 times, and in cotton by 3-4 times).
Cotton sportswear for fitness is hypoallergenic. However, due to high water absorption, the items stick to the body and cause discomfort. Such products also have a short service life.
Synthetic fabrics are elastic, durable, comfortable to wear during exercise, do not stretch, and do not lose shape when washed. However, synthetics can cause allergies. Some fabrics "breathe well", while others, on the contrary, do not let moisture through (which is important for those who want to lose weight).
Therefore, the best option is fitness clothing made from fabrics consisting of different fibers. Natural material is usually combined with lycra or synthetic elastane. It is believed that synthetics should not be more than 20%. The properties of the fabrics will change and be determined by the characteristics of the predominant fibers.
Rules for choosing a style
The quality of training is largely determined by the right equipment. Women's fitness clothing is available in loose or tight fitting:
- Long trousers and a tight top or T-shirt are suitable for strength training on exercise machines. Such training clothes will not restrict movement when working on various sports equipment;
- therefore, lightweight zouave-style sports trousers are perfect for leisurely yoga classes that avoid sudden movements;
- tight-fitting clothes for fitness classes (leggings, shorts) will help the trainer to observe the work of muscles and joints. Therefore, it is suitable for Pilates;
- elastic breeches or leggings in bright colors will create a cheerful and fun mood during step aerobics training. Short clothes will allow you to move actively without restricting your actions.
As a rule, fitness clothing has a simple cut, without decoration in the form of plastic or metal elements. The seams are made strong and soft so that they do not rub the skin during exercise.
Brands
A large number of manufacturers are engaged in the production of women's clothing for fitness. Only a few companies have been able to achieve outstanding success due to the quality of their products and constant renewal of their range. Fashionable sportswear has always been in demand among both professional athletes and healthy lifestyle enthusiasts.
Adidas
This brand produces products known all over the world. The main priority of the company is the production of environmentally friendly products. The company is popular due to several advantages: products of different stylistic directions are offered, "smart" fabrics and creative technologies are used, the products are intended for different types of sports, clothing for training athletes of all ages is produced. However, there are some disadvantages: high cost of things: due to the risk of counterfeiting, it is better to buy products in special stores.
Nike
The company is a leader in sales of fitness clothing and footwear. The special advantage of the products is their durability (fitness clothing can withstand multiple washes). The main advantages of the manufacturer: excellent quality of products, a wide network of stores and departments, production of specialized clothing for various sports. Disadvantages: high probability of buying a fake, inflated price of the products.
Reebok
The company specializes in sewing clothes and shoes for fitness. Particular attention is paid to the development of interesting product design, thanks to which the company stands out in the market. The main advantages of the brand: beautiful and stylish products, ideal equipment for fitness, reasonable cost of products, durability of things. The main disadvantage: the products are not manufactured for all types of sports.
Columbia
The distinctive feature of the brand is the use of "smart" fabrics for sewing almost all sports equipment (T-shirts, tracksuits, jackets). The peculiarity of the clothes is the comfortable moisture-wicking function. The main advantages: a wide network of brand stores, high quality of things, excellent heat retention by jackets, T-shirts effectively wick away sweat. Disadvantages: high price of products (especially jackets).
The appearance of clothing for sports is very important. After all,Things should not only be comfortable, practical and durable, but also fashionable.
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