Fitness Wear
With exercise and physical fitness becoming a part of the lives of more and more people each year, the fitness wear industry is booming. Specialized clothing can be found for nearly every kind of exercise regimen imaginable. Exercise clothing is not just for aerobics anymore.
The most important aspect of any fitness wear is that it be comfortable. When it comes to exercise, freedom of movement is everything; and as such if the clothing you wear limits your ability to move, it can make working out much less enjoyable. This is why it is often made from stretchable materials such as Lycra and Spandex.
As a general rule, there is a great deal more fitness wear designed for women than for men. This may be due to stereotypes, in that women tend to be more fashion conscience than a typical male. However, this could also just be due to marketing on the part of the manufacturers.