Bamboo clothing for people who have just started exercising

Short answer: You do not need technical sportswear to start. Ordinary bamboo clothing covers the first months, and chafing is the only thing you have to solve straight away.

Ordinary clothing goes a long way

At low and moderate intensity bamboo viscose moves the moisture well. Technical polyester only becomes necessary for long, sweaty sessions. See bamboo T-shirts for men.

Chafing has to be solved first

That is the one thing that stops people. Long legs or under shorts remove it. See bamboo under shorts.

Socks without seams

Blisters are the other common obstacle. Socks that do not fold and keep the foot dry prevent them. See all bamboo socks for men.

Change straight afterwards

The hour afterwards in damp clothing causes the most problems. See bamboo underwear for men.

Wash after every session

Sweat drying into a crumpled pile sets odour in the fibres, and that is hard to get out again. Hang the clothing to dry if it is not washed straight away. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

Should you buy technical sportswear from the start?

No. Ordinary bamboo clothing covers low and moderate intensity well.

What should be solved first?

Chafing. Long legs or under shorts remove the most important obstacle.

When does technical fabric become necessary?

On long sessions with heavy sweating, where natural fibres saturate.