Tighter or looser fitting workout clothes? - Page 2

CarlaShanti · 02-02-09, 12:45 PM

Tight, wicking, and absolutely no sleeves!

paideiamom · 02-02-09, 12:52 PM

For the first time ever I wore a tight, wicking fitted shirt this weekend when working out at a hotel. It was a very chi-chi hotel so I opted for a new "nice" shirt instead of one of my usual extra large freebies.

It felt WONDERFUL. I am large chested and it just seemed to hold me in better. I have always thought the sports bra was enough; but now I see the error of my ways. I also didn't have to fight the urge to rip it off and throw it across the room once I warmed up, like I do at home. I have already bought more of the tighter workout shirts for home. I guess I will just clean house in my old shirts Nahh, never happen

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fluffydogfan · 02-02-09, 01:04 PM

I'm not sure if a sports bra and underwear is considered tight or loose. It isn't particularly tight underwear...
Is there a nudist option?

Katie

bubbles76 · 02-02-09, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by fluffydogfan

I'm not sure if a sports bra and underwear is considered tight or loose. It isn't particularly tight underwear...
Is there a nudist option?

Katie

I'm with fluffydog LOL! I wear a sports bra and boy short undies when I workout. Or tighter but not grab-my-butt tight sweats or capris when I got out. Never shorts. No shirts. Only tank tops, maybe or just a sports bra. If it's really hot, I wear a tank top, because I'll burn.

F1mom · 02-02-09, 03:19 PM

I prefer tighter clothes, usually just a sports bra and some sort of dri-fit brief. I used to work out in large baggy t-shirts, but they were drenched when I finished.

SharonNYC · 02-02-09, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by KathAL79

I prefer a tighter fit for most activities. Loose stuff just gets in my way or bunches up (especially during Pilates). The main exception is that I've found is that my long bra tops tend to ride up a lot during kickboxing, so a looser top over a sports bra would be my choice the next time I choose to go to a live class.
Most of my workout gear consists of longer sports bra tops and yoga-ish type pants.

Me too for tightish -- I actually like leggings best of all: I can be more aware of my form and alignment and my toes don't get caught in the pant-bottoms (I loathe flare yoga pants for that reason, although I still have some oldies). Also, if I'm going to class I like my teacher to be able to read my body-position.

I like plain cotton or blend tanks and regular sports bras, loose enough not to ride up and clingy enough not to fall over my head when I do handstands or other inversions,

If it's hot, I often just wear my underwear and a tank or t-shirt with above guidelines.

ddj · 02-02-09, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by CarlaShanti

Tight, wicking, and absolutely no sleeves!

Ditto! I don't like for loose clothing to get in my way or fall over my head in inversions.

Pratima · 02-02-09, 03:53 PM

I'd say I like "close-fitting" (rather than tight) clothing for workouts. If I wear things that aren't as fitted (like baggy t-shirts or shorts) I think I feel sloppy and let my form get sloppy.

Even now, at 7 months pregnant, I'm wearing fitted tops (sometimes a regular sports bra with my big ol' belly exposed) and bottoms as much as possible.

If I'm in public (at the gym or a yoga class) I'm generally more covered up (e.g. wear a long tank rather than just a sports bra) but I still try to stick with more fitted clothes.

lindseylu8 · 02-02-09, 03:59 PM

I wear a sports bra and shortish shorts while working out. BUT I work out at home alone-w/ the exception of DH coming in every now and then.

If I were to go to a gym I would definately cover up more. Im not in good enough shape to sport that little of clothes in public

DeltaMan727 · 02-03-09, 01:14 PM

Another vote for tight clothing. I workout in the privacy of my home and my choice in outfits can vary on the time of year. If it’s really chilly out it might be a leotard and tights or a cat suite, or if it’s really warm out just a leotard or maybe a little less.

Geoff

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02-02-09, 12:45 PM
CarlaShanti Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: United Kingdom	Tight, wicking, and absolutely no sleeves!

02-02-09, 12:52 PM
paideiamom VF Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Atlanta-ish	I was wondering the same thing today. For the first time ever I wore a tight, wicking fitted shirt this weekend when working out at a hotel. It was a very chi-chi hotel so I opted for a new "nice" shirt instead of one of my usual extra large freebies. It felt WONDERFUL. I am large chested and it just seemed to hold me in better. I have always thought the sports bra was enough; but now I see the error of my ways. I also didn't have to fight the urge to rip it off and throw it across the room once I warmed up, like I do at home. I have already bought more of the tighter workout shirts for home. I guess I will just clean house in my old shirts Nahh, never happen .

02-02-09, 01:04 PM
fluffydogfan Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Dallas, TX	I'm not sure if a sports bra and underwear is considered tight or loose. It isn't particularly tight underwear... Is there a nudist option? Katie

02-02-09, 03:19 PM
F1mom Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Atlanta	I prefer tighter clothes, usually just a sports bra and some sort of dri-fit brief. I used to work out in large baggy t-shirts, but they were drenched when I finished.

02-02-09, 03:53 PM
Pratima Exchange Moderator Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Phoenix, AZ	I'd say I like "close-fitting" (rather than tight) clothing for workouts. If I wear things that aren't as fitted (like baggy t-shirts or shorts) I think I feel sloppy and let my form get sloppy. Even now, at 7 months pregnant, I'm wearing fitted tops (sometimes a regular sports bra with my big ol' belly exposed) and bottoms as much as possible. If I'm in public (at the gym or a yoga class) I'm generally more covered up (e.g. wear a long tank rather than just a sports bra) but I still try to stick with more fitted clothes. __________________ Don't care what people say, just follow your own way. -- Enigma, Return to Innocence DISCLOSURE: I have professional relationships with several producers of fitness videos and related products; please see my profile for details.

02-02-09, 03:59 PM
lindseylu8 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: middle of the desert	I wear a sports bra and shortish shorts while working out. BUT I work out at home alone-w/ the exception of DH coming in every now and then. If I were to go to a gym I would definately cover up more. Im not in good enough shape to sport that little of clothes in public __________________ DISCLOSURE: I have a professional relationship with sellers and producers of fitness videos and products. For details, please see my profile. You can find a link to my fitness blog in my profile

02-03-09, 01:14 PM
DeltaMan727 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Margaritaville	Another vote for tight clothing. I workout in the privacy of my home and my choice in outfits can vary on the time of year. If it’s really chilly out it might be a leotard and tights or a cat suite, or if it’s really warm out just a leotard or maybe a little less. Geoff