8 Chic Workout Items to Up Your Fitness Game
By Diana Tsui
If — like the 6 million other people waiting in line for an elliptical this week — you’re looking to restart your workout routine in 2015, chances are you don’t want to keep wearing that old pair of ratty spandex. Instead, revamp your workout clothes like the rest of your wardrobe, with fresh pieces that are functional but also simple and chic. Thanks to the continuing influence of athleisure, lots of new workout options come in muted palettes of blues, grays, black, and whites — and will seamlessly mesh into your existing wardrobe.
From two-toned leggings to marble-printed sports bras, see below for our favorite ways to up your fitness game this year.
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Marble print: not just for surfboards and shelves.
Gap medium-support T-back bra $39.95 at Gap
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This entire outfit by the Jenna Lyons–approved brand is basically a street-style moment waiting to happen.
Outdoor Voices Athena crop top: $60 at Outdoor Voices Outdoor Voices Running Woman sweats: $105 at Outdoor Voices
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This is among Nike’s most popular running sneakers for good reason: It’s ultra lightweight and form-fitting, but can also absorb impact, in case you tend to be tough on your joints.
Nike Flyknit Lunar2 running shoe $150 at Nike
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The jury is still out as to whether BPA-free plastics are safe, so a shatter-proof glass water bottle is a smart alternative for daily use.
Glasstic shatterproof glass water bottle $19.99 at Amazon
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For people who’d rather work out outside through the winter, a good base layer that wicks away sweat (and includes thumb holes) is essential.
GapFit long sleeve moto top $44.95 at Gap
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These leggings currently have 2,251 four-star reviews (and counting) on Nordstrom’s website — with users raving about thick fabric that doesn’t sag, show panty lines, or give you muffin top.
Zella Live In reversible leggings $52 at Nordstrom
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If you’re carrying your gym gear plus lunch to the office, look into a simple yet roomy backpack like this one. It’ll fit everything without adding strain to your shoulders.
Gap jersey backpack $49.95 at Gap
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Lighter-colored leggings can be scary, but if they’re color-blocked in the right spots (like here, in the thighs) they can be flattering on many different body types.
Outdoor Voices warmup leggings $100 at Outdoor Voices
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To see the rest of our favorite workout items, head over to The Cut.
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