Women - What do you wear?
giglqueen
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I started the program 3 weeks ago. I have been wearing yoga pants and a regular t-shirt, but the shirt drives me nuts when I'm running. I feel like I'm suffocating and it gets all twisted around me. Could anyone recommend a comfortable shirt for someone that's not on the thin side. Thank you!!
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Is it a cotton blend? I find that some of the athletic wear meant to wick away moisture helps to get rid of the suffocating feeling when I work out.0
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I tend to wear a close fitting work out vest top, then a looser thin top over that so I don't show my fat.0
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I wear Danskin Leggings from Walmart that are moisture Wicking, Target Moisture Wicking Underwear and Sports Bra, and tank tops I got from TJ Maxx. Working Well so far!0
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I just bought some of the Champion stuff from target. The moisture wicking stuff doesn't seem to stick to your body and get twisted up the same way cotton does. I found some xxl shirts that work great for me.0
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This is sort of embarrassing, but I wear my old maternity t-shirts. They're super comfortable and they're long enough to cover up the weird muffin top that my compression capris give me.0
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I like my shirts fairly loose. The sports shirts, made with a wicking material, are very comfortable and they don't stick to you. I check out the sales racks, especially in the men's department (the tshirts don't have a waist and feel roomier when running). Costco also has some nice (ladies) sports shirts in the late winter and early fall.0
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Get away from cotton if you can. I've traded out all my free cotton t-shirts for atheltic wear. I have a few yoga pants and a few running pants (compression). If I'm going for a PR, I typically wear my compression outfit. It seems to help.0
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I picked up a couple of danskin camis, these were originally to be worn under a white button up god I hate that color on me, and tried one for walking and OMG so comfy now to stop doing this in jeans but lord I need something with pockets and jeans are the only pants I have with pockets.0
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Most of my running gear is Danskin from Walmart (performance capris, racerback tanks and sports bras).0
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What are you all planning on doing when the weather is colder (provided you run outside)?0
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dri-fit. even for socks. no bunching or blisters!0
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weightliftingdiva wrote: »What are you all planning on doing when the weather is colder (provided you run outside)?
I wear layers depending on how cold it is. Under Armor or thermal underwear, running tights, gloves, jacket, etc. It takes a little experimentation to see what you really need. I always start out with too much and have to scale back what I'm wearing, because I warm up pretty quickly while I'm running. Make sure you have moisture wicking fabric closest to your skin.0 -
You guys are awesome. Thank you for all the responses. I have been wearing a cotton blend shirt. I'll check out Walmart and Target for moisture wicking items. I did check out stuff at Nordstrom's today since I need an additional sports bra but the actual workout clothes make me so self-conscious. I know it's more important to be comfortable but I feel like I'd keep fidgeting if I know all my chubs were sticking out.0
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I've only been running at the gym, I'd love to get outdoors to see if it's really better. I'm in Southern California so the weather never really gets that cold, I think it might be nice. I'm just afraid I'd get bored. Right now I need that TV right in front of me with Charmed, Friends, or Grey's on.0
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I would be shocked if running outside bored you. I personally can't stand running on a treadmill anymore regardless of what is on TV.0
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I just bought fleece lined leggings to run in this winter - super warm. I usually pair that with thin gloves, similar fleece lined, but loose shirt and light jacket. I usually am only out for 30 - 40 minutes. And a hat or hood if it's windy. I don't have a problem with cotton shirts, but I do like the moisture wicking stuff.0
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