Running Clothing News
With experts predicting a scorcher of a summer it is the ideal time to invest in some high technology and lightweight clothes. Hitting the roads when it is over 30 degrees can seem like a daunting prospect but with the right clothing and plenty of water running can continue to be an enjoyable activity right through the hotter months.
Why Technical Clothing for Summer?
With the ever improving technology running clothing has developed and is now at its best to provide you with all your needs for the summer. It is always tempting to try and save some pennies and wear everyday clothes to go running in but these clothes can in fact be detrimental to your running. Any kind of cotton material although lightweight to start off with can quickly become heavy when it has absorbed the sweat from your body. Cotton does not dry fast so you will be carrying around the extra weight with you for the rest of your run and this can cause rubbing and chaffing which will make your run a miserable experience.
This applies to both tops and bottoms, anywhere you would rather do without clothing that rubs.
And Now for the Science Bit
Running clothing designed for the summer has been designed with keeping cool and dry in mind. The most essential aspect of this has become to moisture wicking properties that many tops now claim to have. These fabrics are designed to remove the moisture from your body and then for them to evaporate leaving you cool and dry and the top to remain lightweight and not chaff as you run. The USA PRO V neck t shirt would be ideal to run in because of its moisture wicking properties, made from DrymaxTM Mesh fabrics it removes moisture away from the body and it evaporates quickly leaving the top lightweight and comfortable. The last thing you want to happen is for the top to become rough and to rub against your skin while you are running.
Another option for the summer months would be to wear a loose fitting t shirt over a crop top to keep you cool and comfortable. Allowing air to circulate around the body but still leaving you feeling supported. The USA PRO support bra 8500 would be ideal to wear while out running, it is ideal if you are running in the evening because of its reflective logos which will keep you safe. If you would like to be more covered up you can put your favourite lightweight t shirt over the top which will keep you cool during your run.
Not Hot and Bothered
It is of paramount importance when running in the summer to make sure that you are well hydrated so make sure you take plenty of water out on your run. When out in the blazing sun it is important to wear a hat to prevent overheating and sunstroke. A hat with moisture wicking properties is essential to try and keep your head as dry and cool as possible and remember sun cream to make sure all the pinkness is from exertion not nasty burning from the sun.
