How to pick a bamboo workout set you will actually wear
Short answer: A bamboo workout set gets worn when it fits well, is easy to put on and suits the training you actually do. Choose by fit, fabric and habit and not by looks alone, and ideally pick a set where the top and the bottoms can be worn separately.
Start with the training you actually do
The most common mistake is to buy clothes for the training you would like to do, and not the training you do. Think about whether you walk, run, lift or do yoga, and choose a set that matches what you really do every week. See bamboo training clothes for women.
What a bamboo workout set is
A bamboo workout set is a top and trousers or shorts in bamboo viscose, often with a little elastane for stretch. The fabric is soft and follows the body, and a set in the same colour and fabric gives a calm and matching look, without you having to think about what goes with what.
A fit you can move in
Try the set by going into a deep squat, raising your arms and reaching forward, and check that the fabric does not pull, slide or turn see-through. The bottoms should stay put at the waist, and the top should not creep up when you bend, because those are the things you end up adjusting all the time.
Shorts or long trousers
Shorts give air and freedom, while long trousers give more cover and warmth, especially in winter. You can also choose a set with both and swap by the weather, and take a look at bamboo shorts for women if you want a shorter length.
The top and the support
Choose a top that gives the support you need for your training and that does not pinch or chafe at the edges. For gentle training a soft top may be enough, while heavier impact needs more support, so choose by your need and try different types.
Fabric and drying time
Bamboo viscose is soft and pleasant, but it dries more slowly than many synthetic fabrics, so pack extra clothes if you sweat a lot. For gentle training and everyday wear that is no problem, and many people feel the softness makes up for the longer drying time.
Combine it in everyday life
A set you can wear both for training and for everyday life gets used more often. The bottoms can be worn alone for a walk, the top under a jumper, and a women's long-sleeved bamboo T-shirt gives a layer for cold days.
Care so the set lasts
Wash the set by the label on a gentle cycle at a low temperature and avoid fabric softener and the tumble dryer, so the stretch is kept. Hang the clothes up to dry and rotate between several sets so they wear evenly and last longer.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a workout set?
Think about which training you really do, and try the set in motion. Check that the bottoms stay put and the top does not creep up, and choose a fabric that feels pleasant.
Is a bamboo workout set good for all training?
It suits gentle training, yoga and everyday wear. For very sweaty and intense training many choose a quick-drying fabric, so choose by your own need.
Can I wear the set in everyday life?
Yes, many wear workout sets for walks and everyday life, and the fabric is soft. Combine it with a jumper or a layer and you get more use out of it.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
