You are aware that I hate to work out, right? I mean, sure, I go to the gym. I even go to a Butts n’ Guts class twice a week (not that I’m a poster child or anything). I haul my butt to the gym because I know it’s good for me. And yes, I admit I feel better after a good sweat. But I don’t enjoy it. Ever.
What I do love is to at least look the part. Gone are the oversize shorts and trade show T-shirts. This mama has graduated to far chicer gym attire. I don’t need to wear bags to cover up my flaws. Instead I simultaneously embrace and mask them with the right fit, color, and proportions.
I’ve been a loyal Target shopper for many years. The workout clothes suit my budget, size, and style. It’s no Athleta but it’s…shall we say…fine. Just fine. The fit isn’t all that great, and teh pants lose their stretch after a couple sets of squats and donkey kicks. I’m no high end fitness freak so I can’t justify spending oodles on gym clothes. I could never find a happy medium.
In steps Old Navy.
Did you know Old Navy is cranking out fitness wear now? It’s all super cute and comfortable. And what’s key for this 60-inch powerhouse is that the styles come in petite sizes! Trumpet fanfare ensues. The yoga pants I got to try out as an Old Navy Brand Enthusiast are softer than the stretchy pants I wore post-pregnancy (many moons post-pregnancy…ahem). The moisture wicking fabric is light and really works. But again, since I’m no real athlete, what I love best is how the gear looks. I am that superficial after all. As an active, busy, overscheduled mom (bet you readers can’t relate to that at all, eh?), I don’t have time to actually shower before running errands. I mean really, it’s a banner day when I sneak in a shower at all. Usually a swipe of mascara carries me until I can hit the shower. However, I do like to look more fashionable than frumpy at any given time.
I’ll be checking out the racks at Old Navy to stock up for summer workout wear. Try it out out and let me know what you think.
Here’s what I’ll be dropping into my shopping cart:
Active mesh skort (in bright purple!)
Piped active shorts
Racerback tank
Graphic mesh racerback tank
Foldover yoga pants
Active shorts (though I have miles to go before I can wear these for public consumption)
Thanks for the test gear, Old Navy! Even if I’m never the poster child for Butts n’ Guts (the “After” image, natch), I’ll at least look good and feel great trying.
For a while their quality was sliding, but it's back again, isn't it? Yay for Old Navy!
I agree with Green Girl– for a few years there I never found anything I liked at ON… not any longer!
I bought the drawstring fleece pants recently for a mere $15… perfect for post-Cesarean recovery! And when I'm back to working out, I'll surely be shopping for their active wear stuff.
Please never become one of those mothers that drags her kids through the grocery store in her sweat pants and slippers! Exercise clothes are fine for errands too, just don't let them look like you slept in them too.
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oh I discovered Old Naval workout gear last Summer–lovin' it. I just have a few workout capris (with pockets!) and a few t-shirts. They wash and wear great.