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More comfort when jogging: That’s why running tights are the better choice
There are suitable running tights for jogging for every weather condition
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Unpleasant pressure points and skin irritations caused by too much friction are not uncommon when jogging. To increase comfort, you should pay more attention to your sports pants: With the right running tights, you not only improve mobility, but also the feel on your skin.
Running tights (“tight” means “tight”) are nothing more than tight-fitting sports pants. But in contrast to ordinary leggings, these have been specially tailored to the movements while running to avoid skin irritation. The materials are breathable so that sweat can be transported away from the body more quickly. The running tights also have practical details incorporated, such as flat stitched seams for less friction, net-shaped mesh inserts for better air circulation or reflective elements for more visibility when jogging in the dark. Whether you choose short or long, thin or thick sports trousers should always depend on the respective weather conditions.
Important features of running tights
As mentioned at the beginning, running tights have different properties than regular leggings. These are made possible by certain materials. What these are and what else you should pay attention to when buying is explained as follows:
Check the material
To ensure that the sweat you produce while running is wicked away from your body, running tights must be breathable and quick-drying. Skin-friendly fabrics such as cotton are particularly comfortable to wear, but they absorb moisture and store it – this means the body cools down more quickly (especially on cold days). For this reason, durable materials are better for jogging, such as polyester. But also the addition of Merino wool is an important point, especially in winter, as it warms the body even better. Elastane, on the other hand, gives the tight-fitting running tights even more freedom of movement.
Find the fit
To avoid unpleasant pressure points and skin irritation or irritation, running tights should always fit comfortably. This is made possible, among other things, by flat stitched seams or a wide and high waistband with integrated rubber – this means that the sports trousers offer even more support when running and do not slip. It provides the necessary amount of stretch, which makes the fabric really stretchy Spandex. When buying, make sure that the running tights are made of this material to a small extent. This increases wearing comfort.
Pay attention to the details
Last but not least, you should also pay attention to the details of sports pants that are not uninteresting: such as one integrated pocket for the house key or the cell phone. And also reflective elements play an important role for joggers who prefer to do their laps in the evening (or early in the morning) when it is dark outside and you are hardly noticeable in your sportswear.
Running tights for cold and warm days
In addition to the materials, the length of the running tights should not be ignored. The following tips are primarily intended to help you if you are still a beginner or not in (regular) training:
- When it’s dry and warm outside, short running tights the better choice so that the skin can breathe better and the sweat can dry faster in the air.
- Three-quarter pants are a sensible purchase, especially in the transitional months. They keep your legs nice and warm, but still allow some air to reach the skin.
- Long running tights Using reflectors makes sense, especially on dark autumn days, so that your body doesn’t cool down so quickly and you are easier to recognize when jogging.
- So-called Thermal pants are ideal for cold winter days because they are lined with fleece on the inside and (ideally) have moisture-absorbing properties.
How to properly care for your running tights
Due to the sensitive materials, you should take the following into account when cleaning your running tights:
- Stick to that Care instructions in the sewn-in label of your sports pants. If you wash running tights hotter than recommended, the fibers can be damaged. It is generally recommended to wash the material at a maximum of 30 degrees.
- Do without Bleach or softener, otherwise the fibers will stick together and the running tights will lose their breathable properties. It is best to only use a mild detergent or a special detergent for sportswear.
- Also the temperatures in dryer are unsuitable for running tights. Since the materials (especially synthetic fibers) generally dry faster than regular sports pants made of jersey or cotton, you should let the clothes dry on the clothesline.
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