Importance of Clothing in Exercise

Any regular, or even casual exerciser, knows that there is a difference between gym wear and casual wear. Gym wear can of course be used for casual wear, but the other way around is far less successful. So, what makes items suitable for exercise, or not, and how important is the clothing we wear during our workouts?

Gym wear is a huge money maker and a popular fashion piece in any walk of life nowadays. Whether this is because we are much more active than in previous decades, or because we love the comfort and flexibility of such workout wear is unknown, Whatever the reason, gym clothing has never been more popular and has never had such a strong feature in so many people’s wardrobes as now.

Materials

How important is gym clothing for exercise? The answer is, quite simply, they are essential. Gone are the days when any item of comfortable clothing would do for your aerobics class. Standard leggings and a cotton T-shirt with your old trainers really don’t cut it anymore. Gym clothing has many benefits for our bodies, one of which, is that the materials are so much kinder to our skin. The sweat-wicking qualities mean that sweat is kept away from our skin, avoiding rashes, irritation, and also overheating. This also helps to avoid skin acne, as we’re not spending time in our own sweat.

In addition to the material being sweat-wicking, it is also more breathable than standard clothing. This means it is easier to control your body temperature when working out. Instead of you working up a sweat in minutes, your body keeps itself cooler for longer, and the absence of sweat on your skin aids in this keeping cool. The remaining cooler has a positive impact on your workout, especially during those warmer months. It ensures you are able to work out harder for longer, as our bodies often feel more tired when we exercise in the heat.