Does Excersizing in 'Excersize' Clothes help?

Thesoundofwolf

Is it a mind over matter thing to put gym clothes on?

Or does actually having a set of designed 'gym clothes' really help in performance?

I went out and got a nice sports bra, top and leggings (capri style). WalMart was having a good deal on the DanSkin line, and I feel good in it, and feel good when I move in it- but i am wondering if this is all placebo?

Either way. I like it xD! Just curious!

Chowder_17

For me, just getting dressed to exercise is half the battle. As soon as I'm dressed, I'm ready to hit it hard. I believe it works.

sleepytexan

I think it's like anything -- the right tools for the job. You wouldn't go swimming in your jeans, you wouldn't go cycling in a dress, right?

Close-fitting exercise clothes made of appropriate fabrics for your work out are meant to make your workout easier--they are designed to prevent friction, wick away moisture, be non-binding so you can move and stretch freely without loose sleeves or whatever catching on equipment.

blessings.

jmruef

I don't do anything else in those clothes - they are my dedicated workout clothes. Once they're on, I'm committed! And darnit, I spent money on them, so no way am I not going to wear them.

sexygenius

bra and pants are important,if you are large, the shirt doesnt matter. exercising in jeans,especially those without stretch isnt fun, neither are jumping jacks without the proper bra

Jennloella

for me it's comfort, I don't like loose, ill-fitting clothes that will rub, fall down, etc, my Nike pants and shirts also keep my dry, and a sports bra is a no brainer.....regular old Victoria's Secret won't hold these puppies down on a run

ninerbuff

IMO yes. The correct clothes make it more tolerable to heat, cold or even movement. Try squatting in jeans. Or wearing sweats that don't wick off moisture. Or shorts that don't protect your inner thighs right and you end up getting a rash on your upper legs from them rubbing together.
I say a good set of work out clothing encourages a better workout.

taso42_DELETED

It comes down to comfort basically. If you're fine exercising in a 3 piece suit, then that's fine. If you require an exotic leopard print leotard to feel right, that is fine too.

ohsogoodfitness

you get dressed for the job you are about to do. It says not only to others, but to yourself, you are seriuous and commited to what you are doing. I always felt better in my clothes, verses nasty old t-shirt, and loose shorts.

Kekibird

I put money into comfortable workout clothes for two reasons. a) It gets my mind set to work out. It says, Yes I'm working out today. b) And a lot of workout clothing is made for movement and sweat. Having a pair of pants for just that helps to keep down chaffing and heat rashes. Believe, I went hiking the other weekend in just plain ol' shorts and ended up with a rash on my inner thigh. Hurt like heck.

And for some, they may not need this but I do. It helps.

Katie

rosebarnalice

It's placebo, but you know, I LIKE it, so I do it.

I like having dedicated exercise clothes that I don't wear for other purposes. When I pull 'em out of the laundry, they go straight back into the gym bag-- bra and all.

But I make a point to buy my gym clothes at Goodwill because (a) I'ma cheapskate; (b) they ALWAYS have them, and (c) I'm not gonna be this size forever, dammit, and so why should I spend a bunch of money that I'm gonna shrink out of in six months?!

My one exception is Infrastructure for the Girls. The Girls need support when they get jostled around at the gym, so I buy them the good stuff.

JamesonsMommy

as far as the sports bra.. If you are bigger on top it will help support you better (i wear 2 because i'm a DD) A lot of the clothes let your skin breathe a little better so yes they help another good place to check is target, gap and old navy.. Their stuff is always on sale for cheap (not walmart cheap though...lol)

rosebarnalice

It's placebo, but you know, I LIKE it, so I do it.

I like having dedicated exercise clothes that I don't wear for other purposes. When I pull 'em out of the laundry, they go straight back into the gym bag-- bra and all.

But I make a point to buy my gym clothes at Goodwill because (a) I'ma cheapskate; (b) they ALWAYS have them, and (c) I'm not gonna be this size forever, dammit, and so why should I spend a bunch of money that I'm gonna shrink out of in six months?!

My one exception is Infrastructure for the Girls. The Girls need support when they get jostled around at the gym, so I buy them the good stuff.

starz13

For me its convience....trackpants are cheaper then jeans....and i hate wearing my jeans out with the long walks.....and i can do knee lifts and so on in them

I would not be able to do any jumping without a decent sports bra....

but i tend to wear tank top, old tshirt as a top just whatever i find

reese66

For me, just getting dressed to exercise is half the battle. As soon as I'm dressed, I'm ready to hit it hard. I believe it works.

This and some of the clothes are designed to keep you cooler.

UrbanRunner81

Close-fitting exercise clothes made of appropriate fabrics for your work out are meant to make your workout easier--they are designed to prevent friction, wick away moisture, be non-binding so you can move and stretch freely without loose sleeves or whatever catching on equipment.

yep yep!

JamesonsMommy

It comes down to comfort basically. If you're fine exercising in a 3 piece suit, then that's fine. If you require an exotic leopard print leotard to feel right, that is fine too.

LOL!! very well put

charityateet

For me, just getting dressed to exercise is half the battle. As soon as I'm dressed, I'm ready to hit it hard. I believe it works.

This and some of the clothes are designed to keep you cooler.

Or just make you "look cooler?"

manderson27

You dress for work, you dress for a party, you dress to do the decorating. So apart from the work out clothes being more comfortable and practical, psychologically you are preparing yourself to perform a certain task so,yes the help. When I have put my gym clothes on there is no going back I am ready to go.

Michelle_M2002

I work out in a snug sports bra that zips up the front, a tank top and a pair of capri yoga pants. It's what's comfortable to me. It's nothing fancy, and it's not a "set" so it's not about "I feel good because I look good." It's all about personal comfort. Some people work out in basketball shorts and a tee-shirt. Wouldn't be comfortable to me though.

Putting on the workout clothes DOES help me begin to get in the right frame of mind for working out. Just like working out puts me in a better mood to face the day.

God bless!

MochaMixAZ

I think the right clothes help - keeps things in place, supports the right things, and puts me in the right mindset.

wendibartel

I have "Excersize" pants that I like to wear but I am just not quite comfortable yet to wear tight fitting tops. So I just use a t-shirt. However during my last weight loss adventure Prebaby I did get more comfortable in tighter clothing. I cant wait to be there again.

CountryDevil

Only if you exercise in them.

It comes down to whatever you are comfortable in. If that means that you are more comfortable in a t-shirt and baggy shorts, then that is what you should exercise in. But if that means excersizing in your undies is the most comfy, then go for it.

wolfchild59

I wouldn't say it helps at all, but it just feels better. Most exercise clothes tend to be softer, lighter weight and cut to be more adaptable to the body and it's movements. So doing the exercise just feels better while in those clothes instead of just regular tees or lounge pants. I admittedly run in "normal" tees, but its because I was poaching from clothes I was gonna get rid of. I purposefully chose the softest of the soft tees, because they're just confuse in general.

Also, you'll want more than one of everything unless you plan to do laundry every time you exercise. My stuff gets so sweaty sometimes it gets stiff when dry and/white ring around where each major sweat spot was. Definitely not anything you want to wear twice without washing in between.

albayin

I'm a fashion junkie and would love to dress up with any excuse. LOL
I don't go to gym, but would still want to look presentable when doing my daily walking. That's just my personal choice. Some gym clothes might offer extra support as a benefit.

albayin

I'm a fashion junkie and would love to dress up with any excuse. LOL
I don't go to gym, but would still want to look presentable when doing my daily walking. That's just my personal choice. Some gym clothes might offer extra support as a benefit.

Thesoundofwolf

It comes down to comfort basically. If you're fine exercising in a 3 piece suit, then that's fine. If you require an exotic leopard print leotard to feel right, that is fine too.

Only if I have a top hat good sir!

LorinaLynn

Last week, I was only doing a quickie 20 minute workout, so I kept my denim shorts on, which are stretchy and comfortable, and they felt HORRIBLE. So binding and restrictive, and I sweat like a mo-fo in them.

And last time I went jogging in a regular bra, the underwire dug a hole in my chest. Not fun. :frown:

DaniellePF

Uncomfortable clothes that ride up/slide down can ruin my workout. So if I find something good that stays in place, I do get more out of my workout.

dawnw30

Yup - gotta keep the boobage in place and the pants where they need to be. Plus if I do a t-shirt I find myself having to stop and re-arrange stuff cause it shifts on me. Love my WalMart workout gear!

ASPhantom

I think if you are gonna take the time to get dressed, you will follow thru and do the work out.

I can't work out in regular clothes or pjs, it has to be my work out clothes.