The Courier & Advertiser (Fife Edition)
Beat the heat
When the mercury starts to climb, it’s time to switch up your activewear, says Katie Wright
Great gear to keep your cool during those hot summer workouts.
We get it. It’s hot outside. And probably inside, too, if you’re living without air conditioning like many of us.
But just because it’s feeling tropical doesn’t mean you should let your exercise regime go out the window.
You will have to make a few changes, of course.
You might want to swap your regular running route for a few miles on the treadmill, to take advantage of the climate controlled paradise that is the gym.
And you’ll want to switch up your gym kit, too, in favour of some summerfriendly gear that offers the support you need without being restrictive.
We’ve rounded up the best sportswear options for heatwave workouts...
A breathable bra
A sports bra in a breathable but supportive fabric is a good start – look for summery strappy styles or cut-out details that let your body heat escape.
Evveervital Breathe Sports Bra – Teal, £50; Hops Leggings, £68
Perff Studio Utmost Sports Bra, £75 Freya Force Crop Top Soft Cup Sports Bra, £38, Figleaves
Shape Seamless Ultra Sports Bra Red, £28, MyProtein
All tied up
There’s a trend this season for tie-up tops that are as practical as they are stylish. With split hems, these loose long vests give you coverage when you want it but can be knotted into a crop top when you’re feeling the heat.
Cotton is ideal and you can now get sportswear in super-soft and stretchy textiles derived from plants such as bamboo.
Lorna Jane Function Open Back Active Tank, £48; Lift Up Sports Bra, £53; Cammo Comfort Run Shorts, £55
Wolf & Whistle Cotton Knot Front Vest Blue Curve, £20; High Waist Panelled Leggings Snake Curve, £40 Heroine Sport Slink Top, £60, Fashercise Carrot Banana Peach Violet Banana Flow Tank, reduced to £19 from £42; Banana Power Shorts, reduced to £18 from £36
All about the short-shorts
Side-split running shorts are your best bet for avoiding sweaty legs, because they come in super-lightweight fabric with an inner brief so you feel covered up.
Bike shorts are a cool compromise, and they’re the year’s trendiest style.
Good American Heathered Forest Barely There Bra, £60; The Dual Life Boy Short, £75, Fashercise
Evveervital Neon Mint Bike Shorts, £48
Asics Black Silver Split Shorts, £22
Cool kicks
Make sure you’re light on you’re feet with bouncy shoes.
Adidas Pulseboost HD Shoes, £119.95
Nike Epic React Flyknit 2, £129.95
Asics Gel-Nimbus 21, £155