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Lissa submitted a way to: Exercise

way to be well created 02.14.11

Favorite Workout Gear


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akeane 1 year ago

I have never heard of the betty tee - do you have a link? I am always looking for tops that are long :)

I like lululemon tops (though I only have a few tanks, so old race tshirts are worn more often) and adidas/nike for bottoms. Always can find those for a steal at TJ Maxx. I also love lululemon for accessories - headbands, hats, and key holders. They are really smart with how they design the products, and just hold up better.

I like Target but for jackets - their bottoms always fit me weird.

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Lissa 1 year ago

Here is the link to the tee: http://shop.bornfit.com/BettyTeeFitness.aspx I have it in blue and black. ;)

I've never tried the Lululemon stuff... mostly just because I would have to order it online and for that kind of money I'm scared to risk that it wouldn't fit right! I do love Adidas, too, though. (and old race tees!)

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akeane 1 year ago

Oh those shirts are super cute - I like that they aren't a crew or v-neck.

I have a Lululemon store near my house, and have a slight obsession with their pants. They are the *perfect* black workout pants that they will tailor for you for free. I actually never wear them to workout - I find the material is still too warm. Come Saturday however, I am wearing those pants. Yes. I get excited about it. Clearly a fan :)

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Lissa 1 year ago

Okay, now I *have* to go check them out. I am a sucker for comfy pants.

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lsurpren 1 year ago

Anything cottony soft, lightweight and a little loose works for me. It also needs to be cheap since I'm hard on workout gear and even after so many washings, my clothes can walk away on their own! I frequent Target and J.C. Penny sales for workout clothing.

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hiker1 1 year ago

I was curious with all the comments about lululemon- had never heard of them. Turns out there is a showroom about 5 miles from my house! The clothes look really well designed for movement, but out of my budget for workout gear since I buy mine on clearance at outlets and TJ Maxx or Marshalls! Those pants do look comfy though...

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Lissa 1 year ago

Yes, they are expensive! I think I would have to visit the showroom just to drool over the clothes, though. :)

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akeane 1 year ago

Ok I swear I don't work for them, but I was a personal trainer in a previous job, so they were technically my work pants. 5 years later, they still are my favorites. When you have really long legs, a pair that finally fits right is kind of amazing. I should also mention that they do have sales (and offer free classes in their shops too)!

I do go to the outlets and TJ Maxx for pretty much everything else though!

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Lissa 1 year ago

I have the same problem with finding pants that are long enough, too! So frustrating!

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hiker1 1 year ago

Wow- 5 years is a long time. Sales, free classes, great quality, good fit... ok, I'll be heading to the showroom to drool!

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Lissa 1 year ago

I'm jealous! :) Let me know how much I'm missing out, k?

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hiker1 10 months, 3 weeks ago

Update: did check out lululemon a few weeks ago- didn't end up buying anything but the clothes are so well made- great seam placement and finishing, fabrics that wick. And even if you buy online (free ground shipping to US- they originated in Vancouver), you can take pants to any store for free hemming.

I googled them because I thought clothing designed that well with women in mind might have been started by a woman, but some surfer/snowboarder guy in Vancouver who got into Yoga started it in late 90's. Interesting company - thanks for the mention akeane. Will keep checking out the local store.

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