How to choose supportive and comfortable sports clothes

Every type of sport has its own individual clothing requirements, but the following factors are important to consider whenever you need to choose sports clothes.

No matter what sports you prefer to take part in, you can expect to sweat.

• Choose sports clothing that is designed to wick sweat away from your body, which helps keep you cool and dry.
• Synthetic fabrics like polypropylene are best for this purpose; cotton tends to soak up sweat, causing it to feel heavy and wet against your skin.
• If you are exercising outside on cold winter days, you may also need to wear an insulating layer to keep yourself warm.
• When the Canadian winter bites, remember to protect your fingers and forearms from the cold with mittens and long sleeves, and wear waterproof shoes to keep your feet dry and warm when training in snow or on wet grass.

The question of whether to opt for loose-fitting or tight-fitting clothing is a personal one, but it also depends on the type of sport you are planning to do.

• For workouts that involve inverting the body, like yoga, figure-hugging clothing has the advantage of staying in place no matter how you contort yourself.
• Remember that your sports clothes should not be so tight that they restrict any aspect of your movement or cause discomfort.

Most women prefer to wear a supportive sports bra while working out.

• Sports bras reduce the amount of up and down and side-to-side movement that the breasts experience, resulting in less soreness after the workout.
• Women with smaller breasts (A or B cups) often find that compressive sports bras, which hold the breasts tight against the chest, are the most comfortable option.
• If you have larger breasts, you may be more comfortable in an encapsulation-style sports bra, which supports each breast in an individual cup.

Many sports place a lot of pressure on the feet, which means you should choose shoes that offer adequate foot and ankle support.

• Choosing well-fitting shoes that are comfortable and support your arches while you engage in sports can reduce the risk of a foot injury.

Regardless of your sport of choice, selecting the correct sports clothes will enhance the experience. Reduce the chance of injury and discomfort by trying several different options to find the perfect fit.