Barefoot Angie Bee: 3 must have pieces of workout wear and why workout clothes matter.

Monday, March 31, 2014

3 must have pieces of workout wear and why workout clothes matter.

It's hard to be a sweaty mess in front of other people let alone just get out there and move at all! We have to make time. We have to talk ourselves into working hard. It's easier to just put it off another day. Being self-conscious about what I look like does not help. It’s important to have workout clothing that makes you feel good about the way you look. Clothing that inspires you!

Great clothing not only helps us feel good about ourselves and the way we look but it changes our outlook on everything. I know that when I feel like I look good, I have more confidence and my whole mindset changes. When I'm all sweaty and reaching deep inside to pull off one more set, and I look up and see myself in the mirror and like my clothes, it gives me confidence.

So, imagine wearing unflattering clothing that makes you feel frumpy. It gives you a crappy attitude and there are enough things in the world that challenge our attitudes. Now, the clothing does not need to be super expensive and anything in particular. It just has to make you feel good about YOU!

Good apparel combines fashion and function. I have had some amazing minimal shoes that had everything I wanted in a minimal shoe. They were ugly though. I won't name names but I don't wear them because they don't make me smile when I look down at my feet the way the sunshine yellow shoes do. Same goes with my pants and tops.

So, whether you are at the park with your spawn or at a busy gym or in your living room alone early in the morning, invest in some threads that make you feel happy.

Three pieces of workout clothing staples to have are as follows,

A good pair of black yoga pants. Skinny leg, wide leg, it doesn't matter and it is totally up to your taste. But a basic pair of black yoga pants works for everything! It goes with every color, is slimming, and you can dress it up or down. Black pants go with your bright Hi Tops and your ballet flats. After you get your black pair, then go for some color! Something that makes you smile and feel sassy!

A good fitting tank is a must. You will get hot moving and since spring is here, it’s the perfect time to get out and get some sunshine after that long winter. I love my tanks to hug my hips and yet still stay a little loose in the middle. It’s great for the spontaneous inversion. There are so many tops to choose from but I find that a tank and hoodie combo is my favorite! Tanks are so great for layering. Consider whether or not you want a tank with a built in bra.

A comfortable jacket, hoodie, or pullover. Not too heavy and one that you can move in. I like mine to zip up as it's a pet peeve to pull things over my head and mess up my already unruly hair. I also like my hoodies to be longer and go down to my hips. Whatever you choose, you will love to pull it on over your tank. It also doesn't really matter if it’s a "running" jacket or a "yoga jacket". Most workout clothing is interchangeable. Just check the fabrics as you shop. Oh, and definitely explore the fabulousness that are thumb holes!!