If you feel comfortable in what you wear, you'll not only
enjoy exercise so much more, but you'll be more likely to stick with
it. So consider these pointers when choosing your workout wardrobe:
Good shoes: Whether you're doing aerobics, playing sport or
walking, it's vital that you choose the right shoes for the activity
- not the most attractive ones.
Preserving your precious knees
and ankles should be your number-one priority and it's worth
spending the majority of your budget on footwear. When shopping for
shoes, visit a proper sports shop rather than a high-fashion outlet
and don't be afraid to ask for advice.
Start with the basics
When it comes to choosing your workout clothes, you can be a bit
more flexible and exercise your personal taste. But for your comfort
and safety, here are a few wardrobe essentials to consider:
A
layer of cotton (or other natural fibre) worn close to your body to
'wick away' moisture and preserve body heat, while preventing
overheating.
A medium-weight tracksuit top as well as a
weatherproof windbreaker for all-weather protection is ideal.
Reflective patches, if you're going to be out walking, jogging
or cycling at night.
Opt for comfort
Comfort is one of the most important factors when choosing
workout clothes. Check out all the great new yoga gear available,
and there you'll find kinder clothing such as tracksuit or warm-up
trousers with a slightly flared leg and drawstring waist. These not
only fit, they flatter!
Look for T-shirts cut to a fitted silhouette and choose longer
sleeves rather than sleeveless tops if you feel self-conscious about
your arms and shoulders. To keep warm before and after your workout,
wear a snug fleece or fitted, zip-up tracksuit top.
When it comes to shorts, choose stretchy fitted styles, rather
than big and baggy and you'll make your thighs and bottom look
firmer and more toned without even trying!
But at the end of the day, what matters most with workout wear?
The answer is to keep things simple, and look for styles that suit
your shape, as you do with your everyday clothes.
Exercise wear can be purchased from departmental stores and from
stores selling sportswear.
