Men's tracksuits: types and choices

For sports, every man needs a high-quality and comfortable tracksuit. These clothes should be as loose, breathable, hypoallergenic and not uncomfortable during training. In this article, you will get acquainted with the purpose, varieties and subtleties of choosing men's tracksuits.

At the moment, men's tracksuits are more than just standard shorts and T-shirts. First of all, these are the components of a full-fledged style, which has thoroughly entrenched itself in the fashion market. Modern tracksuits can be successfully used at any events that do not require an official dress code from their owner. They can be created from a huge number of different materials, made in original designs or colors.

Today, the purpose of tracksuits can be very different. They can be actively used in many areas of human life:

• outdoor activities (trips to the mountains or woods, barbecues, picnics, camping, rest in the country);
• morning jogging to maintain the tone of the body;
• cycling and amateur cycling;
• professional and amateur training (for example, football suits or climbing kits);
• simple walks with friends or with a pet;
• outdoor hobbies (fishing, hunting and even mushroom picking);
• grocery or shopping.

If earlier tracksuits were used exclusively for sports, then today it is a versatile type of clothing that is designed to fulfill a number of functions.

• Preservation and stabilization of the temperature inside the suit. Creation of a favorable climate for the skin in all weather conditions.
• Ensuring complete freedom of action and movement. All versions of tracksuits are designed to make the process of wearing them as comfortable as possible.
• Emphasize the benefits of physique. This is especially true for men with an athletic and athletic body. The suit will highlight beautiful muscle lines, broad shoulders and muscular calves.
• Creating a specific style... Competently selected components of a tracksuit, as well as its style, colors and materials of manufacture can create an incredibly fashionable style solution.

Experts in the world of fashion distinguish between several types of men's tracksuits, depending on a number of factors.

• Seasonality. Here we distinguish between winter, summer and off-season suits.
• Manufacturing material. There are synthetic, natural or combined models.
• Styles. The most popular are casual, loose, tight-fitting, Muslim.

Every man who regularly goes in for outdoor sports has several sports suits in the closet for different weather conditions.

• Winter. The main purpose of winter tracksuits is to provide comfort when exercising or exercising outdoors in winter. The choice of warm winter models is considered the most difficult. Here you should pay attention to a number of factors at once: the weight of the model, the type of cut and fit. Usually, high-quality winter equipment costs a lot of money, but it is made of more durable materials and can serve for many years.

• Summer. Choosing a suit for warm and sunny days is the easiest task. Options for suits with T-shirts and cropped trousers (or shorts) are suitable here. Today, summer suits are presented on the clothing market in a huge assortment, and therefore it will not be difficult to find a suitable option in design and color. Summer clothes should be as light as possible, should not hinder movement or hinder air exchange.

• Off-season. These types of tracksuits include insulated options for trowels or jackets made of raincoat fabric, fleece or taslan. They should protect the man from cold winds, high humidity and not impede the release of sweat.

If we consider the types of tracksuits in relation to their style, then only 3 varieties deserve attention here.

• Everyday. Usually these are models of calm monochrome tones without any additional accessories. They are distinguished by the most free and versatile cut, which practically does not restrict the movement of the athlete and is suitable for any weather. The main function of such models is to protect the man's body from any environmental conditions.

• Tight-fitting. Such suits can be effectively used both in training, because due to their style, they fit snugly to the body and effectively retain heat, as well as in everyday life. These models are best for men who have a lean or muscular physique and are not shy about showing it off.

• Muslim. This type of suits is characterized by monochrome tones, a minimum number of additional accessories, as well as oversized trowels or jackets. Most often these are demi-season models of black and dark blue colors for sports.

All models of sports suits should be as comfortable and comfortable as possible. Only a strictly defined material will have such qualities. Besides, the fabric should be breathable, that is, breathable, and also water permeable for effective sweat release. Additional, but no less important qualities of such clothes - maintaining a stable body temperature, as well as hypoallergenic.

Among them are silk, high quality wool, cotton. The advantage of natural fabric is that it allows moisture and air to pass through well, and also warms up qualitatively.

However, quality suits made from natural fabric are usually very expensive, which has led to the creation of sportswear from cheaper man-made materials. Today, many synthetic suits are in no way inferior to natural options and even often surpass them.

Such suits, in addition to the general functions, are incredibly practical: they are able to protect the athlete from wind, sunlight and high humidity. In addition, synthetic materials can be made in completely different colors, they practically do not fade, dry quickly and do not wrinkle.

Below you can find a list of natural fabrics and synthetic materials that are often used in the creation of men's tracksuits.

• Cotton. Popular natural fabric that perfectly absorbs moisture and is great for creating lightweight suits for the summer season.Unfortunately, models that are 100% cotton lose their shape very quickly, and therefore a certain percentage of synthetics is usually added to their composition.

• Spandex. A synthetic material that has incredible elasticity and is able to regain its original shape when compressed or washed.

• Taslan. This synthetic fabric is excellent at repelling moisture and dirt, which makes it effective for use in rainy and cloudy weather.

• Polyester. Such models are highly durable and retain their shape even after numerous washes. In addition, polyester is durable enough to be used in sports that require athletes to react instantly.

• Raincoat fabric. A popular type of material that combines both natural (cotton) and synthetic fibers. This fabric perfectly repels moisture and does not fade. Sports pants made of raincoat fabric are especially popular - they are quite durable, warm and breathable.

• Velours. High-quality tracksuits made of this material are durable and soft. This fabric is remarkably breathable and keeps you warm. It is thanks to these qualities that velor is used in the manufacture of children's clothing.

• Knitwear. A jersey tracksuit is a must-have item in the closet of every amateur athlete. The advantage of such suits is that they can be worn both for a jog and for an ordinary walk. Knitted suits with a compression effect, which reduce the pressure on the joints during exercise, are especially popular today.

• Fleece. Clothing made of it can be successfully used both in training and in hikes. It stabilizes the temperature level well, allows air and moisture to pass through, and also has low weight and elasticity. Fleece is actively used in the creation of men's tracksuits in unusual colors.

• Wool. Until the beginning of the 19th century, it was actively used in the manufacture of autumn and winter tracksuits, but today it is almost never found in such clothing due to the prevalence of synthetic models. High-quality wool is hypoallergenic and provides comfort at low temperatures.

• Bologna. A classic option for rainy weather. Bologna perfectly protects the athlete from moisture and cold wind. For greater practicality, bolognese jackets often have a fleece lining.

• Velveteen. Less common material in sportswear. Corduroy is appreciated for its convenience, resistance to deformation, and also for its ability to retain heat efficiently. There are also disadvantages to this material - corduroy tracksuits constantly attract dust particles and can look untidy, in addition, they shrink after several washes.

• Velvet. Velvet tracksuits are hypoallergenic, comfortable to touch and keep their shape remarkably even after numerous washes. In addition, velvet looks very rich and attractive.

• Nylon. Some experts consider this material to be optimal for making tracksuits. All thanks to the phenomenal strength, thermal and chemical resistance, as well as the elasticity of this synthetic material. This is a popular option when making quality windbreakers that protect against strong wind and rain.

Men who prefer to see in tracksuits not just practical clothes for sports, always attach great importance to their color scheme. As a rule, monochrome models with non-aggressive and calm tones prevail in the assortment of such clothes.

Classic monophonic black suits will always remain in demand. Such dark models look harmonious, stylish, and also effectively emphasize all the advantages of the figure. A kind of "guru" of sports black suits today is the company Adidas... The products of this brand also often have characteristic white stripes on the trousers, as well as the logo of this company - a white shamrock.

Gray tracksuits preferred to be worn by men with a conservative mindset. The main goal of such men is not to stand out from the crowd, but to achieve some result. Gray is considered a very practical color that does not show dirt, sweat or streaks. The uniqueness of gray lies in the fact that it goes well with bright and even acidic tones: light green, turquoise and bright lemon.

A white or light gray suit is preferred by those who want to stand out as much as possible against some background (be it a tennis court or a club). It is believed that white color visually rejuvenates a man, and also smoothes out imperfections in his appearance (for example, being overweight). The obvious disadvantage of this color is soiled and impractical.

Men in tracksuits of red shades seem to declare to others about their leadership, strength and self-confidence. True, such a color will be successful only if it is correctly matched to the rest of the inventory. Today, the following shades of red are considered the most fashionable: tangerine, pink, burgundy, marsal and carmine. They will add lightness and freshness to the overall image. Sets of sports suits, where both the bottom and the top are red, are considered too catchy and defiant, and therefore it is better to combine them with others.

Sports camouflage models have been a mega-popular option for over 5 years. Models with this color ideally correct all figure flaws, are combined with many other colors and can be used both in training and just for outdoor activities.

Blue and light blue are considered classic colors when it comes to sportswear. They perfectly emphasize the figure and refresh the man's bow. They look best in combination with black shades.

You can often find models of sports suits in such extraordinary shades as purple, bright yellow, orange and cobalt. They are usually used by professional athletes, cyclists or alpine skiing enthusiasts. In the latter case, color has its own function - bright suits of color are easiest to notice on a white background of snow in case of an accident.

Below you can find a table of sizes of men's sports suits. With the help of this dimensional grid, you can determine the parameters of your future suit, based on your height, bust and sleeve length. This table is not intended for very overweight people - sports models of the largest sizes are made to order.

If we consider which sets of sportswear are most popular among Russians today, there are only 2 options.

• "Troika". A typical set of clothing for sports includes only 2 elements: pants and a top (jacket or windbreaker). Since this option is more likely only suitable for the warm season, the so-called three-piece sets, which include pants, a windbreaker and a jumper (or jacket), have become popular.

• Clothing sets with "Russia" logos. This design technique is used today by almost all Russian brands of sportswear - all thanks to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. It is not hard to guess that real patriots or athletes themselves like to wear such clothes. These models also come with distinctive red and white stripes.

Today, not only sports brands, but also fashion gurus specialize in the manufacture of high-quality tracksuits.

Below is a list of the most popular brands that produce quality men's tracksuits.

• Nike. Absolutely everyone is familiar with this brand today. Despite the fact that this company is mainly engaged in the creation of shoes, the quality of their tracksuits is considered by some to be one of the best in the world. This season, the brand offers men sports hoodies with kangaroo pockets.

• Adidas. This brand is famous not only for the quality of its products, but also for its wide selection for every taste and for any occupation. Here you can find sets of clothes and equipment for rare sports, as well as a huge number of various accessories.

• Reebok. This company is a subsidiary of Adidas and produces quality youth sportswear, usually in monochrome and dark colors. The products of this brand have a distinctive design through the use of the brand logo on most of the sportswear. In addition to black colors, this brand creates tracksuits in red, gray and blue tones.

• Puma... Another popular brand. The products of this company are adapted for both indoor and outdoor sports. Plus, Puma has some great jogging suits for everyday wear.

• Bosco. This Russian company is engaged in the creation of high quality sportswear for Russian and international competitions. Today this brand is popular all over the world.

• Paul & Shark. A very popular Italian brand that creates sportswear sets that are more practical than designer ones. A feature of the brand's products can be considered the presence of horizontal stripes on jackets and pants, as well as characteristic stripes with the brand name.

• Armani. This company specializes in the creation of stylish sports sets for everyday wear in rich colors. The most commonly used shades are turquoise, green and blue.

• Asics. This Japanese brand has been developing very high quality sportswear and footwear for over 50 years. Almost every professional athlete knows about him. Unfortunately, for Russian consumers, the kits of this brand may turn out to be too expensive, but this is the case when the price fully justifies the quality.

It depends on how correct you make the choice when buying a tracksuit, how effectively and for a long time it will serve you, as well as how appropriate it will look on you.

• It is most reasonable to buy things in specialized or branded stores. You should not resort to buying sportswear in the markets or from your grandmother near the metro - such models will very quickly lose color, settle down and bring one disappointment.
• Try to buy natural or hypoallergenic synthetic clothing options. From long and grueling workouts, the athlete's skin becomes very vulnerable to irritations and allergies, so it needs high-quality protection.
• Determine why you need a tracksuit. If you buy it for fitness or a gym, then there is no point in buying insulated and very loose suits. If this is a running model, then it should be fitted or form-fitting so as not to interfere with the movement of the arms and legs. For strength training, compression suits are best.
• Experienced athletes advise buying models of suits with spandex in the composition - it makes clothes more elastic and comfortable.
• Remember to inspect the model before purchasing. If the model belongs to a well-known brand, make sure that its name is spelled correctly (otherwise it is a common fake).
• Do not ignore the current fashion trends in clothing. Find out what colors and styles will be fashionable in the coming season, and based on this, choose your clothes.
• Define your parameters. This will make it easier to choose models for fitting.
• Always choose sportswear for your size, even if you are going to lose weight or, conversely, gain muscle mass.