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How to Layer Your Clothes for Winter Fitness Activities

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Dressing for a workout during winters can be hit or miss. It’s not as easy as throwing on a pair of gym track pants and a hoodie to go for a jog. You may think that the hoodie will keep you warm but the full-sleeve cotton t-shirt you’re wearing underneath will get wet with sweat and make you feel cold until you change your clothes. Here are some tips to keep in mind for effective layering during winter.  Physical activity means sweat. For winters, it makes sense to keep the first layer light, breathable, and moisture-wicking so that the sweat is drawn away from your body and the fabric dries quickly. Think synthetic fabrics like micromodal, polyester and polypropylene. Keep the inner layer loose, light and breathable for comfortable workouts and unrestricted movement. Look for t-shirts made from these fabrics for the best results.  After your first moisture-wicking layer, add a layer for warmth and insulation. This can be any high-performance fabric that’s designed to keep y...

How to check that the clothes you are buying for winters have the suitable fabric?

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Making the right fabric choices for your winter fitness clothing is crucial to getting the most out of your workout. The best activewear options use fabrics that are durable, flexible, breathable and keep you dry. Here are some fabric types you need to know about to buy the best fitness wear for your winter workout routine.  Polyester - Possibly the most versatile fabric for fitness clothing, polyester is durable, wrinkle-resistant and does not absorb moisture, keeping fairly dry even during intense workouts. Polyester is also a great insulator making it ideal for winter workouts.  Polypropylene - An extremely useful fabric, polypropylene is a type of plastic and comes in thin layers making it perfect for your outermost layer while working out. It is water-resistant and will keep you warm when working out in winter. Merino Wool - This unique type of wool is thin and is a great option for both cold and hot weather. It’s great at keeping dry during a sweaty workout and th...

4 sports activities where you can use your workout clothes except gymming

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Pick any sport and you would need the right workout clothes . Whether it’s running or gymming, any physical activity would need the right gear to get the best performance. And if you think gym clothes are only for gymming, you are mistaken. Whatever sport you pick, the following are the most essential factors to pick the right gear. Breathable - Avoid wearing clothing that prevents your body from breathing, as this will cause your body temperature to rise too high while exercising. Moisture-wicking - Wear gym fitness apparel that allows sweat to evaporate but does not soak your clothes, which makes you feel sweaty and itchy. Comfortable - Just like gymming, any sports activity would need clothes that are comfortable to move in. You should be able to stretch without adversely affecting your body muscles.  Suitable as per the weather - Summer has a different need for gym clothes , so does winter. Likewise for all other sports activities. You need to keep your body cool during summ...