Sportswear For Men
When we think activewear, we think women's activewear. But what about sportswear for men? Sundried give you the dos and don'ts of men's sportswear.
Sports clothing
 There's a lot to take in when it comes to men's sports clothing. Do you go high end or cheap? Highly technical or basic? Fashionable or practical?
Before you even start, think about what training you do and what your goals are. Certain brands are better for certain sports, such as Sundried specialising in triathlon and all triathlon-related sports such as cycling and running. You want a brand that knows your sport inside out and can provide high-quality, luxury, technical apparel for men.Â
If your main concern is to look good in your fashionable sports clothing, you won't need to worry so much about the technical qualities. However, if it's performance you're after, you definitely need a brand that has a history in sports and knows what it's doing.Â
You should have a few pieces of kit for different weather conditions and the changing seasons; don't underestimate the importance of base layers such as men's leggings and tights and long sleeved training tops to supplement your gym tops and gym shorts. Check out the fabrics that the brand uses- are they high quality and luxury or cheap and basic? Great materials to look out for are Merino wool which is naturally insulating and sweat-wicking for colder training sessions, and recycled materials which are great for the environment and provide superior technical qualities to enhance your performance.
Sports leggings
Depending on your sport, you may wish to wear men's leggings or tights under your gym shorts for added coverage and protection. If you play a fast-paced sport like football, tennis, or rugby, you may find that leggings inhibit your movement and don't give you the freedom you need to move. However, if you practice a sport like hiking, running, or golf, then wearing a pair of leggings as a base layer could be a great addition to your sportswear line-up.
For gym workouts, wearing leggings under your shorts can add coverage for high intensity workouts and can add protection for barbell workouts like Olympic weightlifting or powerlifting where the bar scrapes against your shins. Wearing leggings on their own is usually frowned upon in the gym, but only if they're too tight or unsightly. If your leggings are thick and stylish, there's nothing wrong with wearing them if you are comfortable. What you wear to the gym depends slightly less on performance and can be more largely impacted by how you want to be perceived by others.Â
Mens running leggings
When it comes to running, your men's sportswear needs to perform well and be highly technical. There's nothing worse than having to cut a run short because you are not comfortable in your sportswear. If you are going to wear leggings or tights for running, you want ones that won't slip down or ride up as you move and will keep you in place where it counts.
You also want running leggings that are going to wick sweat away from your legs so that they stay dry and don't chafe as you move. Wearing leggings under your shorts for running can prevent your thighs from rubbing together as you run which can be a great bonus and improve your comfort throughout the run.Â
Bodybuilding clothing
When bodybuilding, you want to look good to feel good. If you have been working out for some time, chances are you'll have a physique you're proud of and want to show off. In this case, muscle tanks and gym vests are for you. A good sleeveless gym top will enhance your figure by bringing out your chest and flattering your stomach. Look out for vests with patterning that might help to do this, or ones that might do the opposite.Â
At the gym, you have a lot more freedom with what you can wear than with other more performance-based sports like running or cycling. You may be tempted to wear sweatshirts or track pants, but these may not be the best when you begin to sweat. Thick, heavy materials won't be sweat-wicking or technical and you may end up with sweat rash or just be generally uncomfortable. Make sure you wear appropriate technical wear at the gym that will still look good but perform for you too. Â