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A Guide to Affordable Training Gear

December 21st, 2016

So, you are all pumped up to start living healthy, investing smartly in your wellness and looking forward to the next yoga class, but what about the clothes? With staying fit comes the big hassle of training gear, and let’s be real, those are not cheap. Muscle kits, workout clothes, shoes, backpacks, water bottles and sports shades can be rather straining on your wallet, but not for long. 

Following is a comprehensive list of various gym and training stores that offer good quality yet affordable training gear so you don’t have to break your bank. But, before we get into that, let’s look at some of factors you should pay close attention to when choosing training gear.

 

What to Buy?

The "Breathable Blends"

When looking for workout clothes, go for material that can absorb moisture from your skin. This is important since sweat retention can make you feel irritated and also prevent your body from cooling down. So, go for fabrics such as nylon, polyester, spandex, supplex, or coolmax and avoid cotton. Many fitness enthusiasts also prefer synthetic blends because they are breathable.

The Right Fit

Be it workout clothes, sun shades or a sweat-absorbing bandana, make sure it is the right fit. Especially when shopping for clothes, go for ones that do not “pinch” or are excessively restrictive. Also avoid wearing garments with too many straps since they can easily chafe in the inner thighs or under the armpits. If you are into Pilates or Yoga, go for extra stretchy clothes.

Aesthetics

Don’t be too focused on price and comfort, so much so that you downright compromise on looks. If you end up looking like a sack, you are sure to feel uncomfortable and that in turn may dilute the whole effect of self-care and feeling good. So, do go for training gear that makes you look and therefore feel good about yourself.

 

Where to Buy?

Rei.com

Rei is an American outdoor and retail recreation services which combines training gear, workout clothing and footwear from top selling brands like Brooks, Altra and Nike. The good thing about this store is you will be welcomed with a broad range of sport gear, clothing and accessories including climbing, running, cycling, obstacle course racing, paddling, camping and hiking. Each category is further sub-categorized, such as cross-running, trail-running, road-running. Furthermore, Rei caters to both men and women, and offers great discounts and deals on items from time to time.

Nashbar.com

Nashbar.com is your ultimate go-to store for all kinds of cycling gear including cycles, backpacks, cycling clothes and other tools and accessories related. What is more is that the store offers great deals on their products. The deals are worth noting, and can go up to as much as 65% and above. Definitely check out the store if you are a cycling enthusiast on a budget.

Road Runner Sports

Road Runner Sports is the world’s largest walking and running store, offering great deals and discounts on exercise gear. Not only does it offer clothing and footwear, but also running accessories, such as fitness monitors and trackers, safety gear, injury prevention and recovery kits, holders and bags. Plus, the store brings you top quality items at reasonable prices from best selling brands like Adidas, Nike, Reebok, Fitbit, and more.

Aliexpress

Although not the most reliable online store, Aliexpress offers customers insanely reasonable prices for almost everything they sell, including running gear, core strength training gear, cycling gear and many much more. You can get fairly good quality workout products, the prices for which roughly range from $0.5 to $30. Just be sure to check the feedback of the customers regarding the product prior to making a purchase and you should be good to go.

6PM

From comfy sweat shorts to lightweight pullovers, 6PM has it all. Whichever type of exercise you need the gear for, whether it be yoga or swimming, or whatever size you may be, this athletic wear store has you covered.  Clothes typically range from $5 to $300.

 

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eBay

You can always find good deals on eBay so be sure to check it out first. Often you will find products from brands like Nike, Lucy, Lululemon, and Athleta brand new with the price tags still on for less than half of what you would find at the store. Typically, prices range from $1 to $1,000.

Campmor

Campmor focuses on garments for outdoor activities, such as camping, hiking, and yoga. If you are into that kind of stuff, you should definitely give this online store a try. It also caters to plus-sized individuals, and ships to the US and Canada. 

Kohl’s

Kohl’s is known for its top quality fitness garments since it features brands like Women’s Tek Gear and Nike. Most of the time, you can even find great deals. Prices range from $6 to $140.

 

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So, there you go, you can simply follow this guide to buy affordable training gear without having to compromise on quality, budget, or performance. 

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