Your Guide to Finding the Most Flattering Activewear

It’s hard enough getting up everyday to workout but doing so when you aren’t happy and confident in what you’re wearing? Even harder. It’s actually proven (or so I’d like to believe) if you look feel hot in what you’re wearing then chances are you’re going to get out and force yourself to get that workout in on the books. I mean, I know I do.

So here is your guide to finding the most flattering activewear for your body:

Avoid wearing bright patterns on areas you want to hide

To get yourself pumped for the gym, you may feel inclined to throw on brightly colored, patterned workout clothes. Great for your psyche—not so much for your trouble spots. Not gonna lie, sometimes I want to throw on my bright colored highlighter set because I have this image in my head that I might look like Kendall Jenner but truth is – it just never happens. While prints and bright colors might be fun, they definitely can highlight parts of the body we just don’t want on display. Me included.

Compression Leggings are your best friend

Listen, I hate the jiggle just as much as you do. We’d all be less hesitant to run on the treadmill or climb the StairMaster if all those wobbly bits would just stay put, ya feel me? The solution here is compression spandex. If you have any insecurities about your lower body, solid, dark-colored spandex will be your best friend. There are tons of fitness pants out there that have some compression to help slim out your hips, butt, and thighs, which can boost your confidence and help you focus on the workout.

Short gals stick to full length cuts

I happen to be on the shorter side and let me tell you cropped leggings are NOT my friend. If you want your legs to look longer, avoid cropped cuts! The only time I will say to opt for a “crop” is to go for a 7/8 crop when ordering. I do this all the time since for me this length ends up being my perfect “full length” legging. Normal full length leggings bunch at the bottom which is also not a great look. I love when they hit right at the ankle for the most flattering feel.

Pay attention to padding

I have a larger chest so when I work out I tend to gravitate towards styles with built in support like an underwire or very supportive styles. I also remove the padding from absolutely every sports bra I own (personal preference). Women with smaller chests can often wear any type of bra while working out but it is still important to get some support so I would keep some light padding in to avoid the potential of stretch marks and if you want a little boost. If you’re not into the padding style, just make sure to choose a tight style to keep everything supported well.

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