Going to the gym nowadays has turned into a fashion show. Everyone has become so concerned and obsessed with what they look like while working out, instead of being focused on the workout itself. A lot of men get too wrapped up in having the best or latest workout gear and spend a significant amount of time getting ready to "show off" at the gym. At the same time, many women go to workout dressed inappropriately and think that the gym is a great place to pick up guys, so they come scantily clad or wear pounds of makeup. Either way -- there is a time and place for that, and the gym is not it.
Here are some guidelines for women and men on what to wear vs. what not to wear the next time you hit the gym.
Women:
- Makeup: Ladies, you should wear as little makeup as possible when working out. I'm not saying you have to go all natural, but you definitely shouldn't have as much makeup on as you would to go to the club or on a date. Some women wear a lot of makeup to the gym so that they look their best for the guys at the gym. However, when your makeup is caked on the gym and you're sweating, it just makes you look worse. Less is more.
Men:
- Keep it simple: When you hit the gym, just wear regular athletic shorts or sweatpants. You want to be comfortable when you are working out, and there really is no place for jean shorts or cargo pants in the gym.
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