Someone Asked Me If Fitness Fashion Fashion Was Superficial or Shallow. It Didn’t Take Me Long to Answer.
Fitness Fashion
Do you own a particular outfit that makes you feel empowered each time you wear it? Have you ever purchased a new pair of workout shoes that put a little zip in your step? Workout gear can help you feel secure and powerful, and fashion can be a fun way to express yourself through style, color, or fabric. Let’s face it; people have been expressing themselves through their hair, lifestyle, and their clothing for centuries and fitness fashion can not only boost your self-esteem, but fitness fashion technology can also serve you functionally while exercising. The key is to wear what you love and what works well for your workout. If you love workout pants and a hoodie, great. If you love trendy stripes on your leggings, more power to you. That’s your style; that’s your fitness fashion. If your workout style is to shave your head or sport purple hair in a ponytail, why not? Your exterior is allowed to match the beautiful soul you have on the inside. Wear your cool new kicks or your funky new leggings with a smile. No apologies needed.
Favorite Things Fashion Show
Are There Fitness Fashion Rules?
Follow your gym’s dress code but other than that the key is to wear clothing that’s comfortable to wear while working out. If you worked hard for those sculpted arms, show them off and sport a new tank top. If you’re not comfortable with your legs, wear a stylish pair of leggings to the gym instead of shorts. If you feel comfortable, you can hit the gym with confidence. I emceed a fashion show where the models wore their favorite pieces of fitness gear. One of my models for a makeover segment preferred to workout in sweatpants and a t-shirt while others enjoyed sporting vibrant colors in tech fabrics. The key is to wear gear makes you feel good about yourself which will also give you confidence so that you participate! One model bought herself a new piece of workout clothing each week that she met her fitness goals. In her case, fitness fashion was a motivator, and she felt great wearing a new piece of clothing as her body changed from her workouts. It’s a fact that if you believe you look good, you have more confidence. If you have confidence, you will have a better chance at success.
Fitness Fashion and Price
Fashion is an expression of your sense of style, and it doesn’t mean it has to be expensive. Some of the most stylish people I know mix and match brands and have a total disregard for price. I’ve purchased just as many items from TJ Maxx as I have from higher end stores. Although I always look for quality, I have to admit it makes me smile when I score an amazing new pair of leggings for $15.00. I try to ask people where they purchase their cute workout gear, and I hear names like Lululemon, Athleta, Eddie Bauer, TJ Maxx, and even The Dollar Store. The number of retailers that sell workout gear has expanded. Don’t stress about brands or prices. Buy what makes you feel good.
The Best Accessory
The best accessory is always a smile on a confident person. Who you are on the inside is important but remember there’s no shame in expressing your beautiful self on the outside by wearing a style that makes you feel confident and happy.
Here’s to finding your style,™ – Kim
