For such simple bits of kit, good gym shorts and tops can be hard to find. I’ve got a wardrobe full of options, but I’ll only wear a select few to my gym sessions. Why? Because I don’t want my shorts riding up mid-row, or my tummy popping out while I pull down on the SkiErg. I don’t want inner thigh rub at the end of a run, or sweat patches under my arms whilst I’m doing a dead hang.
For me, gym kit and running apparel are different. For running, I’ll wear a loose short, which doesn’t work in the gym because they ‘blow up’ above my thighs when I’m rowing or box jumping – something closer fitting is required. For running, I’ll wear a baggier t-shirt, but for the gym, something cooler like a vest or tighter-fitting tee will stay put when I raise my arms overhead for upper body moves.
These two products – shorts and tops – are key to a comfortable and, therefore, effective workout, so look for those that are made from sweat-wicking, lightweight fabrics, that fit well and, crucially, boast a
