How to Be Stylish in Workout Attire

Getting your sweat on is not exactly the most glamorous activity, but staying active is an important part of our physical and mental wellbeing. Friends are increasingly meeting up to attend exercise classes, and joining a fitness group is a good way to meet new people. Even people working out solo at home are often connected to others through virtual classes. It’s said that when you look your best you feel your best, and what better way to get the most from your exercise routine than feeling fine? Here are some tips to stay stylish while wearing your workout gear.

Brighten Up Your Workout

Make working out feel less like work by incorporating some fun into your activewear. Wear bright colors or add some eclectic patterns into your wardrobe to add some extra energy and motivation to your routine. The typical mantra is that black is more flattering, but try a different dark shade to maintain the slimming silhouette such as plum, hunter green or navy blue. Or, mix black pieces with bright colors- for example, black running shorts with a neon green top. Mix it up with a variety of textures as well, whether it’s a crushed velvet stripe up the side of your leggings or lacey accents on your top.

The fun doesn’t stop with just clothes, either! Gym shoes and socks come in all different colors, so ditch the neutral tones and get jazzed up with electric shades. If this sounds like bright color overload to you, stick with neutrals like black or white that have a hint of hue, such as a red or blue stripe.

Get Excited About Your Wardrobe

Exercising is all about taking care of your health and charging up your endorphins. If you choose your gym clothes with delight, instead of looking at them as utilitarian, you’ll feel more excited about the activities you do while you wear them. Chuck your big baggy sweatshirt and scraggly tights, and look for styles that resonate with you.

There’s no need to wear an itsy-bitsy spandex ensemble (though if that’s your jam, go for it!) You can find clothes that give you as much structure and support as you need that are still chic. Whether you feel more comfortable in shorts or long pants, or in a crop top or long sleeves, there’s something for everyone. As long as you feel excited about what you’re wearing, you’ll crush your workout.

Accessorize Your Routine

Once you’ve picked out your clothes, you can add extra touches through fun accessories. You may already have a fitness tracker, and if so, you can swap out the wristband to play around with different colors and styles.

If you have long hair, you can play around with scrunchies, sweatbands and hair ties to secure your locks. You can also try fun hair styles like braids or buns to maintain form and function.

Depending what kind of sports you do, you may need different items. Maybe you carry around a towel and a water bottle in a gym bag- find fun versions of those that are decorated with inspiring quotes or quirky motifs. If you need specialty equipment, such as boxing gloves or a yoga mat, look for a unique style that will set you apart.

Conclusion

While the most important thing about working out is the actual workout, dressing for the part is a way to feel more motivated. Cute clothes are available for all budgets, so you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg to stylishly cover your arms and legs. Find the styles, colors and budget that work for you, and get pumping!