Plus size gym outfit essentials perfect for your workouts this year!
One thing that can really turn anyone off from doing their absolute best during a workout is their gym outfit causing them discomfort. I may not be in the best shape of my life today, but I am no stranger to working out. I was the plus size cheerleader in high school that could not understand why she was so uncomfortable in her clothes when working out. Due to lack thereof, I pretty much learned which gym outfit essentials would help me have a more productive workout.
By the the time I started working out during and after college, I got exposed to plus size clothing brands that had products that provide comfort and style to my workouts. Now, when I workout, my clothes and how I feel in them is the last thing on my mind because they are not causing me discomfort or problems. That’s the goal right! Even if you’re new to working out, these items should help you. So, I wanted to provide some brands, essentials and a few tips that would help make your gym outfits more functional and comfortable on your body!
SPORTS BRAS
Before finding plus size brands that offered effective bras for busty women, I was wearing 2 bras at a time plus a cheap old school razor back sports bra. Needless to say, there was still very minimal hold when jumping and working out. Then I found Lane Bryant, who has some amazing and effective plus size bras for various bust sizes. I am a 42G and they have sports bras that fit me! This will definitely help your plus size gym outfit be more functional. I’ve also found this highly rated sports bra on Amazon that will be a great option as well! The bra from Amazon goes up to a size 50H, and you have the opportunity to try it before you buy it.
Boob Tip: If you are top heavy like me and hate the boob sweat that develops during workouts, heres a tip. I wear an underwire bra under my sports bra to keep my boobs separated or make sure to purchase a wired sports bra that has separation. This provides air to flow between your boobs, and the additional bra adds more support if needed.
COMFY & STYLISH GYM TOPS
There are so many amazing options for plus size gym tops! You can choose from wearing bra style or cropped tops if you’re comfortable in your outfit and want more air flow. If you’re like me, you’re more comfortable being fully covered during your workout, but you don’t want to look slouchy. This coaster luxe sweatshirt is my absolute favorite from Athleta. The fabric feels amazing and it is very comfortable and stylish. Also the thumb inserts help with preventing blisters when weight lifting! I’m a size 22 in this picture and wearing a size 2X in the top. Check out more plus size gym tops below.
COMFORTABLE GYM LEGGINGS
My favorite gym leggings are these from Athleta. They take extra care to provide comfortable and durable fabric which definitely shows! There leggings feel very soft, and their prints aren’t stretched out or casting off the shine from spandex which I love! These are the elation ultra high rise tights in a size 2X. They don’t carry this leopard print anymore, but you can still get the great fit & feel of these tights. The high rise tights don’t slide down or roll when squatting and running.
Also, I’ve found these Gym People tummy control leggings on Amazon. They have about 30K reviews at a 4 1/2 star rating. It goes up to a size 3X and comes in 30 different colors and patterns. You should definitely try them out.
Legging Tip: Ever have your stomach flop when doing any workout that involves jumping? Wearing a waist trainer or sweat band can help prevent this. It can also be great to increase the shedding of your midsection and inches because of sweating more.
PLUS SIZE GYM OUTFIT SUPPORT ITEMS
Here are some very helpful items that can support your workout at home or in the gym. Let me know what you guys think about this post!
