Fabulous Fitness Attire

So...I work out pretty often now.  Sure, it's something to be proud of if you're into it.  But the amount of sweat?  Ew.  

And I have now discovered that basic cotton lounge clothes just aren't very conducive to regular exercise.  They stay terribly wet, then they can mildew in the laundry basket (gross, I know).  With regular exposure to sweat and more steady washings, they also break down and get worn out really quickly.

I've tried active wear from various brands now - some cheap, some really pricey.  And my favorite?  My favorite is actually Old Navy - mostly because of the balance between product quality and price. The items always go on sale (in-store sometimes, online basically all the time), so they're crazy cheap at times.  At the same time, the compression and dry-fit materials are good quality, comfortable, and they stay dry or dry quickly.  They last quite a while - longer than my more expensive items from other stores, actually. I would wager something much more expensive (like lululemon) may last a little longer, but when considered with the price factor, ON is more worth it.

Some of my favorite items...

1. The GoDRY Tank (right now some are on sale online for $9!)

2. The Active Running Top - well vented and light

 
3. Compression Capris - give a great range of motion, comfortable, and easy to work in!

I also really like their yoga clothes, shorts, and sports bras - all worth checking out if you need some active wear added to your wardrobe!



 

Body Butter(s): Yum

I think I am possibly addicted to feeling moisturized.  Recently, I've tried various lotions, body oils, shower gels, etc.  

My favorite find has most definitely been Tree Hut Body Butter - I stumbled on ONE at Publix, but they're all available online and are very affordable ($7-ish per jar).   The one I tried is the Brazilian Nut scent - info on the product here:

"Natural Brazil nut oil hydrates and repairs, damaged and neglected skin, with vitamins A, C and E, helping it to regain its healthy sheen. This extra thick body butter, infused with certified organic Shea butter, Cocoa butter, Brazil nut oil and Safflower Seed oil, was designed to seal in moisture for those problem areas, leaving you with repaired, renewed skin."

From trying the whole jar first-hand, I have to say - the website doesn't lie.  It's a thick cream, but it rubs/soaks into the skin beautifully, leaving skin ultra soft and actually feeling firmer.  The scent and moisture last all day.  

I love this product, and now that I've located their various scents, I will likely have to purchase them all...you know, just to be thorough!  This may also become a gift of choice for my lady friends - fair warning!