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At a recent event sponsored by a large sporting goods company, the director of marketing admitted she always tossed her workout gear into the dryer, technical fabrics included. Many of us gasped — it seemed sacrilege. The dryer breaks down the wicking fibers; it burns the spandex. Most of the clothes I wear when getting my sweat on are made with engineered fabrics that "transfer moisture" or Read more
Pearl Izumi ruffled some feathers with its ad campaign pitting runner against joggers, but regardless they make amazing biking gear. Recently, the company released clothing made with four technical fabrics designed to reduce drag, regulate body temperature, and address the problems of moisture. They sent me a few items to check out, which meant a couple of bike rides and a spin class over the Read more
Wearing the right clothes for a workout is an important aspect when it comes to performing your best. Technical fabrics help you move freely and keep sweat at bay, but wearing the appropriate clothes will also keep you from being distracted by your outfit. Here are some tips for finding the right clothes for your favorite type of exercise: Yoga and Pilates: Clothing that is too loose or Read more
You splurged on $70 capris, but since they make such a difference in the way you feel during workouts, you'll never go back to cheapo clothes again. Because you've shelled out a lot of dough for these items, it's best to know how to take care of your workout clothes so they'll last. Always check the label or the brand's website for care instructions, and to answer a few common concerns about Read more
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You might already take your own bags to the grocery store and keep your hot showers short, but there are always new ways to go green. Take running for instance. It's already fairly eco-friendly, but there is always room for improvement. Here are some simple ways to make your sneaker time a bit more green: Create eco-friendly racing habits: Many of us like to test our mettle among other runners, Read more
Lots of moms like to think out loud, and CWTMommy is one of them. She is on a mission to find the best nursing bra on the market. Here's the latest review from her My Experiment With Nursing Bras blog. This episode of Nursing Bra Experiment is brought to you by: Lightly Molded Crossover Leisure Bra - Style 409 I must say, this was a great pick considering I have been suffering from one nasty Read more
Entering the Pace Gallery in Chelsea, one should expect some unusual artistic vision. That was exactly what Kimberly Ovitz delivered, in the form of a circle of models whose neon-painted faces were partially covered with netting. Freaky? Slightly. Luckily the clothes were more approachable. Ovitz applied modern, sculptural tailoring to knits and technical fabrics and layered them, so that a Read more
When I began practicing yoga over 10 years ago, I bought a crappy inexpensive mat at a mall kiosk and wore some cheap tank top and leggings I had from my high school gym class days. I quickly realized that if you chintz out on gear, you'll pay for it in the end. My mat began to disintegrate before my eyes, and my pants, well I didn't originally buy them with a hole in the crotch. I saved my Read more
