{"id":340518,"date":"2015-07-21T14:22:18","date_gmt":"2015-07-21T06:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/uncategorized-hk\/get-fit-guide-gym-wear-shopping-340518.html"},"modified":"2019-05-04T00:08:50","modified_gmt":"2019-05-03T16:08:50","slug":"get-fit-guide-gym-wear-shopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/hk\/galerie\/get-fit-guide-gym-wear-shopping-340518.html","title":{"rendered":"Get Fit: What to consider when shopping for gym clothes?"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>Singapore is undergoing something of a fitness revolution. The fitness scene here almost rivals those of food and shopping, and judging by the increase in new workout studios and the popularity of all-encompassing fitness apps like <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/health\/healthy-practices\/guavapass-ticket-fun-fit-life-singapore-96542.html\">GuavaPass<\/a>, it seems like there is a genuine interest to stay fit and healthy on the part of Singaporeans.<\/p> <p>Whether you\u2019re into <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/health\/healthy-practices\/find-zen-5-best-yoga-places-singapore-95406.html#post-95406\">yoga<\/a>, boxing, running or cycling, we\u2019ve done the legwork for you and compiled useful tips every exercise\u00a0fanatic should know when it comes to shopping for\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/health\/healthy-practices\/exercise-right-10-fitness-myths-need-know-108387.html\">fitness <\/a>apparel.<\/p> <p>After all, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mariefranceasia.com\/culture\/entertainment\/workout-woes-5-fashion-faux-pas-avoid-gym-99087.html#post-99087\">gym<\/a> gear that\u2019s both fashionable and functional gives us that much more motivation to head to the gym and work up a sweat!<\/p> <h2> <span>TRY BEFORE YOU BUY<\/span> <\/h2> <p>Even if you know your size, fitness apparel is not something you shop for online. You\u2019ve got to head to the store and try it on for yourself to see if you\u2019re comfortable in it. Bend, stretch and walk around to see if you can actually work out in the outfit without chaffing or splitting seams.<\/p> <h2> <span>THE RIGHT KIND OF FABRIC<\/span> <\/h2> <p>Cotton is a popular choice for its ability to absorb sweat but if you\u2019re a gym regular, you\u2019re going to want a moisture-wicking fabric like a cotton and nylon blend that will help you keep cool at the same time. If you\u2019re into yoga, pilates or other stretching exercises, spandex will allow for freedom of body movements without feeling any constraint.<\/p> <h2> <span>CONSIDER THE CUT<\/span> <\/h2> <p>Everybody wants to look flattering at the gym but what you look for in your daily wear might differ from gym wear altogether. If you want to look slim, go for tops that cut in at the waist and dual coloured pants with seams that hug the sides of your butt. If you\u2019re naturally curvy, opt for boot-cut pants to balance your hips proportionately.<\/p> <h2> <span>COLOUR-BLOCKING<\/span> <\/h2> <p>Black will always be a slimming colour but consider opting for colourful side panels in your gym wear to make your appear even narrower.<\/p> <h2> <span>GO SLEEVELESS<\/span> <\/h2> <p>It\u2019s ok to wear your favourite loose T-Shirt to the gym but sleeveless tops are far more comfortable and allow for more freedom of movement without chafing, especially if you\u2019re boxing and doing arm exercises. Sleeveless tees will also not trap moisture against your body when you perspiring\u00a0so you\u2019ll be able to cool down faster. Avoid T-Shirts with dazzling embellishments or tags lest they hinder your movements and rub in uncomfortable places.<\/p> <p><em>Karen George<\/em><\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shopping for gym wear isn't the same as daily wear. 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