SWEAT THE FASHION

EVER HEARD the saying, “If you’re not sweating, you’re not working hard enough”? This expression may be true—because if you’re constantly toweling off between sets you’re likely #crushingit. But sweaty, funky clothes may mean you’re wearing the wrong fabrics, too.

There are a dizzying number of materials to choose from and more activewear brands than we can fit in our closet. So how do you decide when to look past the perfect poppy pattern on those leggings and buy clothes based on performance? Here’s how to flex in fabrics you won’t have to hang out to dry—permanently.