Appropriate and comfortable clothing is an important aspect when training in a fitness center. Instead of just wanting to look cool, prioritize comfort and safety while exercising. Improper clothing can cause itching, blisters, or injury. Wear comfortable clothes that are the right size so you can exercise properly.
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Method 1 of 3: Choosing Clothing for Women
Step 1. Prepare a T-shirt or sweater from a material that can absorb sweat
Choose clothes made of cotton or polyester so that body heat is not restrained because you will feel hot and sweaty when you exercise. As much as possible, wear clothes designed to absorb excessive sweat. For example, strappy or sleeveless shirts and bras for exercise so that more body parts are exposed.
For women with large breasts, wear a special bra for exercise to feel more comfortable. Regardless of the size of the breast, a stronger support will be more useful
Step 2. Choose the right pants
Wear pants made of flexible material and elastic pants waist. For example: exercise shorts, sweater pants, jogging pants, or yoga pants. Make sure you can spread your legs as wide as possible while practicing. You can determine the model of the pants according to the desired effect. Very short tights give a sense of style and loose pants made of soft material make it easier for you to socialize.
Ultra-mini shorts provide great flexibility of movement, but more leg opening. Wear long pants for jogging or yoga if you don't feel comfortable wearing shorts
Step 3. Bring the right sports shoes
Choose shoes according to the exercise to be performed. If you want to train cardiovascular, bring shoes that can protect the legs and feet well.
- If you want to run on the treadmill, bring running shoes. If you want to use an elliptical or a stationary bike, you are free to choose footwear as long as it feels comfortable to wear.
- If you want to train with weights, wear shoes with good support for the ankles and the bottom of the foot, such as running shoes.
Method 2 of 3: Choosing Outfits for Men
Step 1. Wear shorts or a sweater
Choose pants that allow you to move freely. For that, consider how much you'll sweat or whether you'll feel hot during your workout.
Do not wear shorts that are slightly below the knee, especially those that are very loose. The longer the pants, the narrower the range of motion you can do
Step 2. Wear a comfortable, sweat-wicking T-shirt
For example, short-sleeved or sleeveless shirts made of cotton or polyester specifically for excessive sweating. In addition, choose clothes that allow you to move freely.
A sleeveless t-shirt will reveal your entire arm. A sleeveless t-shirt makes you seem simple. Wear clothes according to the appearance you want
Step 3. Consider whether you want to train shirtless
This option can be one solution that makes you feel comfortable and not hot. However, first pay attention to the situation at the training ground. In general, men can exercise shirtless. It's just that you'll stand out more if you work out in a small gym or if you're the only one working out shirtless.
Find out the rules that apply because there are gyms that forbid men from training shirtless
Step 4. Choose the most appropriate shoes
Shoes to be worn must be selected based on the exercise you want to do. If you want to train cardiovascular, bring shoes that can protect the legs and feet well.
- If you want to run on the treadmill, bring running shoes. If you want to use an elliptical or a stationary bike, you are free to choose footwear as long as it feels comfortable to wear.
- If you want to train with weights, wear shoes with good support for the ankles and the bottom of the foot, such as running shoes.
Method 3 of 3: Bringing Other Equipment
Step 1. Bring socks that can absorb sweat
Choose socks made of cotton and make sure they're not too small or too big!
- You can wear long or short socks. Short socks make the skin of the feet feel more comfortable. Long socks are useful for absorbing sweat.
- Socks that are too tight will impede movement and slow blood flow. On the other hand, socks that are too loose will pile up inside your shoes, making it difficult for you to focus while practicing.
Step 2. Prepare a waistband for weight training
If you want to train with very heavy weights, wear a leather waistband to prevent back injuries when weight training.
Step 3. Don't forget to bring a towel
Before going to the gym, prepare a soft clean towel to wipe sweat off. Don't let sweat soak the sports bench! Fitness centers usually provide clean towels to use during your workout. Don't borrow other people's towels to prevent catching germs!
After practicing, wipe the sweat left on the bench of the sports equipment. Use a clean, small towel to wipe the seat, handles, and other sweaty areas. If the sweat is not wiped off, other people can catch the germs in the sweat
Step 4. Wash the clothes when you get home
Even if the clothes are exposed to sweat itself, bacteria will grow and make your body infected if the clothes are not washed immediately. Body odor-causing bacteria grow faster in polyester than cotton. However, clothes should be washed immediately after exercising.
Tips
- When working out at the gym, wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely, but don't be too baggy.
- If you want to train to build muscle, wear clothes that don't limit your range of motion. If you want to burn fat and calories, clothes that are covered and somewhat thick make the body warmer and sweat more.
- Choose clothes that make your body look slim and solid without a pile of fat in certain parts. The right clothes should make your body look better, instead of being tied up to make it look slimmer.
