When it comes to reaching your fitness goals, there’s nothing more powerful to jumpstart you towards success than showing up to the gym feeling your best. Whether you’re going to the gym to maintain your health, improve your physique or start a new habit, the last thing you want to focus on is a loose bra strap or worrying over your shorts riding up too high. Investing in pieces that fit and flatter will help maintain your focus and keep you motivated during your workout. We’ve compiled our favorite flattering workout outfits, pieces & silhouettes to combat common distractions like tummy rolls, camouflaging hips & thighs, arm coverage, waist-flattering tops and alternatives to harder-wears like leggings.
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Shorts: High Waisted, A-line, Oversized & Long
Opting for longer, high waisted a-line shorts help camouflage the thigh and stomach for a more flattering workout ensemble.
Workout Dresses & Onesies
Depending on the silhouette of your workout dress, you can camouflage the thigh, stomach, bust line and even the waist. This option is also great for that extra boost of feeling more “pulled together”.
When wearing onesies, having a solid color top to bottom can help move the eye through the body and defocus from potential “problem areas”. Wearing a onesie with a lightweight top layer is a great look for walks, hikes and low-level exercise.
Skorts: High waisted, Pleated, A-line
Pleated, circle and a-line skorts are great for camouflaging the thigh. Opting for a high waist helps camouflage tummy, avoid ride-ups and bring definition to the waist.
Beyond The Tee: Layerable Oversized, Ruching, Twists, Sheers & Pullovers for Coverage
Layering a tee over your sports bra gives extra coverage to hide tummy rolls, bust area & give arm coverage. Opt for ruching, decorative twists or delicate sheer pieces to take your ensemble to the next level. Utilize oversized tees for stylish overall coverage – not all big tees are “sloppy”! Pull off the look with intentionally relaxed silhouettes, or pair a big tee/workout sweater.
Tank Tops: Thick Strap, High Neck, Built in Bra, Fashion Straps or Ruching
Feel comfortable, supported and reduce the distractions of slipping bras with thicker straps, high necks or built in bras. We love confidence boosting fashion-straps like a one-shoulder with a built in bra, or a flattering ruched piece to hide tummy rolls.
Replace Your Leggings With These:
Leggings can be a tough wear with a bare-it-all appearance in the bottom, leg and thigh areas. Opt for high waisted wide leg athletic pants, v-waist, flare or split hem leggings, or specialty toning/shaping leggings from brands like Spanx.
Arm Shapers & Lightweight Top Layers
Arm shrugs & lightweight top layers: For protection from the sun, body or arm coverage, try these picks! Layer arm-sleeve shrug pieces over a tank top or your favorite sports bra.
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