Woohoo! I have been so excited to write this post. I am a big believer that if you feel confident at the gym, then you will have a better workout! Today, I am going to be sharing one of the big steps that helped me feel more confident at the gym; my workout clothes!

What is important to note is that fashion is subjective! Some people do not care how they look at the gym, and that is totally fine. For instance, my mom goes to the gym, and she is the most confident in an old tee and some leggings. What I feel confident in at the gym may differ from what you feel best in. What is important is to figure out what you are the happiest wearing, and stick with it!

I am going to be sharing my very favorite stores to shop for workout clothes. When I go shopping specifically for activewear, I take a few things into consideration:

  • How see-through are these leggings/shorts? Can I squat in them, or are they too sheer?
  • How does it fit my body? Will I constantly have to adjust this mid-workout? Will the cuffs on the arms feel restricting? Will have to constantly pull up these leggings?
  • Is this good quality? Will it last me a few years or only a few months?

If an item usually passes the test, I know it is a great fit for me. I have purchased a few too many clothes that I don’t enjoy working out in, but the stores below seem to pass the test majority of the time!

  1. GYMSHARK: Gymshark is known for being a popular activewear brand. I have bought leggings, tops, and sports bras from them for years! Each item has lasted me several workouts. The leggings all fit a bit differently, so you may go through some trial and error to figure out what style you do or do not enjoy. I love how the bottoms often have a matching top. This allows you to wear a set to the gym, or wear them separately! My favorite leggings are the Vital Seamless Leggings, which I have in a light blue color. These grey Vital Seamless Leggings are ones that I hope to purchase soon:

2. LULULEMON: Lululemon has been around for years, and is one of my favorite brands for in the gym or out of the gym clothing! I love how versatile each of the pieces are. I wear my Lululemon shirts whenever I am lifting, and my Align Yoga Pants when I do yoga or pilates. The pants come in all different materials, each specified for different types of workouts! Everything I have ever owned from this store has lasted. While it is on the pricier side, it is worth the money. If it is out of your price range, something from Lululemon would be a great idea to ask for as a birthday or Christmas gift! Below is the Swiftly Tech Short Sleeve 2.0
Race Length, one of my favorites by them:

3. NVGTN: My holy grail fitness leggings. If I had to recommend one pair of leggings to work out in, they would be from NVGTN! I have about 7 pairs of leggings and 3 pairs of shorts from here. They never fail me on leg day! I will be completely honest; they are tight. If you are not a fan of legging that really hug you, these may not be your favorite. However, I feel great in leggings that really hold me in and feel like skin, so these are just the best. The shorts are a new addition to my wardrobe, and I already know I will be purchasing more. They are high-waisted (which is a must for me) and fit like a glove! They are often sold out, but if you wait until they announce a drop on their instagram, you will be able to snag a few items! Below are the new shorts I got the other day. I will be wearing them to the gym tonight!

And there you have it! I advise you to take a look through each store’s website and find clothes that speak to you! Once I clothes that made me feel confident, I truly had better workouts. These styles also may not be your thing, but I do hope you can find something that makes you feel great about yourself! Putting all materialistic aspects aside, I think finding clothes you love can help you learn to love yourself, which is a huge part of wellness.