Reddit mentions: The best sports clothing for women

The very best thing is when the local track club puts on a fatass race, 40 people show up, and everyone stays to cheer for everyone. No one gets a t-shirt but everyone brings a couple bucks toward the snack spread.

The next best things? A cotton race shirt and a finish line beer.

A list of places in town you can bring your race bib and get a discount or small freebie. A local bar does bogo pints for certain races and a bakery gives you a free donut. Once I got free admission to a museum in Kansas City.

Other things:

I got a tech material beanie from a local race. It would be perfect for running if it had a ponytail slit and sometimes I wear it under my bike helmet.

Pint glasses are ok. I have a few from races and I don't need any more. I don't even use the ones I have. Wine glasses are too difficult to get home on a plane.

I got a medallion keychain from a marathon. They forgot to put them in the goody bags so they mailed them out weeks later. I still use it for my spare car key.

I like the idea of shorts but instead of running shorts (which I am picky about), those mesh-like ones from elementary gym class. Like these: http://www.amazon.com/Champion-7791-Womens-Mesh-Short/dp/B00AHS6CTS

For about a year it seemed like every local race around here gave finishers water bottles like these: http://www.customink.com/mms/images/catalog/styles/164200/catalog_detail_image_large.jpg
By the end of the year, I thought I never wanted to see another one. Now, 5 years later, I've lost or damaged all of them and could use more.

Do not need:

Tech t-shirts, low quality koozies, coupons for chiropractors and such in a town I'll never visit again (but maybe this is cool for locals at big races), cinch-string backpacks.

Hey ladies! I got here a bit by accident, but I wanted to let you all know that ugly compression socks are one thing you don't have to put up with. I have to wear them due to having had a DVT and having Post-Thrombotic Syndrome. Here are some of my favorites:

Cutecompression.com has lots of cute styles.

Sockwell has tons of cute styles on Amazon.

Celeste Stein has many cute varieties on Amazon, and they are thinner (great for summer).

I haven't personally tried these or these, but I bet they're ok.

And, finally, some of you may benefit from a sock donner.

Best wishes on your pregnancies, and I hope this helps some of you!

tl;dr: Material for shells under suits and blazers?

Hi, I've combed through the archives here and not found anything that addresses this.

What should shells be made of?

I'm looking for shells to go under some nice, classic silk suits I got years ago at Ann Taylor Loft (I had silk sleeveless shells but tossed them when they got stained). I'd also like the shells to go under nice sweaters.

What cloth should I look for? Is cotton okay? Is there a difference between a tank top and a shell you can wear as business or business casual?

I found these as examples of what I'm thinking about:

This has a cowl, made of rayon and spandex. Can I wear it with a suit coat or a blazer or a long open sweater?

This is a high neck, sleeveless tank, made of polyester. Same question: Can I wear it with a suit or blazer?

This is more like a tank top, mostly cotton with some spandex, but it claims to work under blazers and such. Is that true? It's a bit more revealing than the shell I linked above. Would it work for business / business casual?

Last one: This tank top is the lowest cut (but I don't think it's too low...). Again: acceptable under a suit or blazer?

I don't want to spend a lot, since I only need business or business casual clothing about once a year. Since I don't work in an office, I don't see people wearing this kind of clothing, and the clothes I see when I search for business or business casual seem a bit flashy for me (I'm a really conservative dresser, especially when it comes to color), and they never say what material the shirts or shells are.

Thanks for any help you ladies can offer.

I was a little worried about that before getting them, but the ones I posted about are pretty comfy! There isn't too much digging in, and I tend to be pretty sensitive to itchy and uncomfortable things like that (I even get hives in the pressure indentations sometimes). I have relatively small calves though, so I may not be the best judge.

I did get another brand of compression socks which feel more like 15-20 mmHg than 20-30 of the ones I originally posted, so I reserve them for better days, but they're not quite as tight at the top. Maybe you could check these ones out too!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P1GJKRH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6xqDDb552B7M7

(Also I absolutely live in high waisted pocket leggings. I didn't realize I had been accidentally treating my symptoms for years - I just knew I felt good wearing them, hah! I can probably find you some links to my favorites, if you'd like. 😊)

hoy boy as someone with mild/moderate foot issues and a history of working in a shoe store do i have some advice for you

a lot of pain can come from how your feet are positioned, especially if it reaches up into your joints. do you pronate or supinate, for instance? do you have flat feet or higher arches? any of those can really do a number on your feet and joints. usually pronators get running shoes that have extra support, whereas supination (unless severe) and arch issues are usually corrected with insoles.

i have high arches and wide feet myself, which puts extra pressure onto the balls of my feet and my heels. ive found that the winning combination for me is a shoe with a lot of cushion, a larger toe box, and extra support. at the moment im wearing a pair of dr martens to work daily, and i have these particular insoles on top, not replacing the original insole.

asics makes really nice shoes, as does mizuno. they make special shoes for pronators and for shin splint issues as well. back when i worked food service, i would wear SFC (shoes for crews) because i got a discount through my employer. never paid more than $50 for a pair and they were non slip. they always wore out within a few months though. nowadays, i wear my docs or a pair of vans (although the former is more comfortable)

i also suggest some good compression socks. i wear these from sockwell. one of the reasons your feet hurt at work is due to blood pooling in your feet, and this helps to circulate that blood. it seems a bit pricey up front (i bought maybe 2 pairs per paycheck until i had enough) but they will last forever. don't even really need special washing/drying.

during the breaks you do get, you should prop your feet up on something. this helps blood travel back up your legs and reduces swelling. you can also stack insoles (i used to wear a pair of full length gel insoles with my arch insoles) if it doesn't make your shoe too tight. you should also check to see how much orthotics would cost – it might be helpful to some degree. otherwise full length gel insoles are fantastic. i would avoid the ones advertised as "massaging" however – they have these hard plastic beads where your feet go. it feels a bit like stepping on rocks.

i know this was long but i hope it was somewhat helpful!!

Oh girl, I know that feeling! I am a huge fan of compression gear, it keeps the jiggles in check so I can concentrate on my run. I have two of these Reebok shirts and love them, they provide great support and aren't too hot. The bottom hem of the inside layer is also a little bit sticky so it stays put while you are running :) Good luck!

Kind of a niche question! I'm starting a job as a coach on the water next week and came across this Baby-G G-LIDE Lady's Watch BLX-5600-2JF and think it would be perfect. It's a G-shock, snazzy looking, a good size for me (I'm a lady), and has tides (coaching on the water). But I wanted to check if you all think it's worth waiting for non-Prime shipping, or if you have any better recommendations you could think of, potentially with Prime shipping. Thanks!

Edit: Easy to use stopwatch is a huge plus too!

Sounds like you just need some shorts that don't ride up. I have these and I really love them. I went by hip measurement and ordered one size up. They are perfect. I love the length and they stay in place. They are not really bike shorts (no padded butt). They are unbelievably comfortable and cool.

Compression socks! These have been sooooo nice, especially when I end up on my feet for long periods of time, but even when sitting at work all day or for long car rides. They've definitely helped keep the swelling down in my feet and ankles, and they're super comfortable. I got some Newzill brand from Amazon, and they're great! (But a warning: The argyle pattern is super-cute, but since it's actually stitched into the sock rather than printed on, it leaves an argyle pattern on your legs for a bit when you take them off haha).

Glad to help! IMO Those As Seen on TV "Miracle Copper" Socks have almost no compression so I find them beyond useless, but these offer better compression and are actually cheaper (I'm sure there might be even better compression socks in a higher price range but I'm frugal : ))
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y2W3DVN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 . I also like that they are in a multipack because you probably don't want to wear the same socks more than 1 day without washing and probably won't have time to wash and dry the 1 pair between days. These have even more compression: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B072S43822/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 . With all of them make sure to get the right size (for example I have wide feet and larger calves so I tend to go for large or mens).

I wear CW-x compression pants. They are really pricey, but the compression has really helped with decreasing the "bounce" when I run and they make my legs happy after leg day.

I have a 12" difference between my hips and waist.

Be warned that these take a good 5 mins to put on due to compression; like putting on support pantyhose.

This pair
and these are the ones I have; the second pair I have with green that I used to run the Shamrock.

I wear an xl am 5'8" so use the size chart :) it is very accurate

I'm very new to running (I'm on Week 3 of C25K) and a little obsessed with running gear right now! I just got a second pair of Asics Gel-Excite 4's- love these shoes!

I also got diagnosed with venous stasis in my calves not too long ago, and compression socks are saving my life! I tried a couple different brands but my favorites are the Sockwells brand: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005P4N3KA/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I wear them to work too (medical assistant in a very busy clinic) and my legs/feet feel SO much better!

Third and finally, I bought a merino neck gaiter and it's been a lifesaver. It's cold and dry where I live, and I've got asthma, so it's nice to be able to pull my neck warmer up over my mouth when I'm running. Cold, dry air can really irritate my lungs.

Thanks a bunch for your response!

I do use the timer on my watch quite a bit at work, but I need to replace it soon and I'm not opposed to switching to something a little more feminine. Maybe something like this, this, or even just this? (My wedding band is silver, which I assume matters for metallic-colored watches.)

I do sometimes wear zip-up hoodies in lab, but I know I can't be mad when those make me look like a kid. :) I have a few cardigans that I really like, so I'll see about adding some more to my wardrobe. And I can make an effort to wear blouses more often. Sometimes I worry about wearing clothes I like to work because of how often I'm over at the mouse facilities, but that's not really an excuse, since I'm already in the habit of changing pants before heading over anyway.

Thanks so much for the shoe suggestions. Those are all lovely and along the lines of what I was picturing, but I didn't know the names (again, I suck at shoes) so I was having trouble even googling them to confirm the look.

I know! :( I wish I had better advice, but mine was so related to the heat!

I think it also helped when I was able to walk around during the day - I sit at a desk all day long at work, so I started making sure I got up at least once an hour to get water or use the bathroom or just go for a short walk, and it helped a lot.

These are the compression socks I bought for myself. They're comfortable enough, though I don't know if they really helped my swelling. I stopped being able to wear them pretty quickly because I got so big that I had a hard time bending enough to get them on (they're tight!)

Edit to add: The socks were also good at not overheating my feet! I wore them mostly during July/August and I was worried they'd make my feet super hot (I hate when my feet are hot, makes my whole body uncomfortable!) and they actually breathed well and kept me from overheating while I was wearing them.

I LOVE these ones, they are so comfy and have a good amount of compression. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TXNL2JI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bVDAxbDVAW7MX

They're a little pricy for a pair of socks, but worth it IMO. Don't be fooled by the cuteness; they are effective. Nurses often wear them, which is why they come in more fashionable patterns now.

Hey everyone, Ive been needing to buy some more workout tanks as my current ones are about to look like they've been sucked into a category 5 hurricane.

I like wearing high waisted leggings and a shorter workout tank top. It's not too cropped to the point where you can see the top of the waistband, but it is definitely shorter than most womens tanks I see at the stores. Why do they make them so long? agh

Anyways, do any of you know of any brands, or any work out tanks that arent about to be floor length gowns? haha. More of a slightly cropped look.

Example of what I am NOT looking for.

This is closer to the length that Im looking for...although this one might be a tiny bit too short. But just to get you the idea.

Thank you so much!

Yes, you can. I wear knee-high compression socks my entire 12.5 hour shift. I wear these and really like them - several of my coworkers wear that brand as well and are happy with them.

I like compression socks for recovery but I don't like how they make my feet feel during the run, so I got these calf compression sleeves and it's so nice. Now I can wear whatever socks I want to during the run and still get the benefit of compression on my lower legs. Then I wear super tight compression socks after my shower.

I know there's some debate over whether compression helps during the run, but I can tell a difference for myself. I'm less sore after long runs when I wear the sleeves.

From what I have read compression leg sleeves help with shin splits a lot. I purchased these to help with my calves getting hard after running for 20 minutes and seem to help a lot.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PZ5HTIG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got Sockwell brand ones -- Amazon has lots of choices (here's the one I got) I actually found them a godsend because my plane was FREEZING COLD. But they do feel nice on swollen feet/ankles, too!

I've worn compression sleeves for shin splints and they've worked great. Er maybe it was placebo? Either way, my shins felt/feel way better.

there are lots of gloves which have special tips on the thumb and fore-finger (or all of them) which are designed to be readable by touch screens.

something like this; https://www.amazon.com/iGotTech-Texting-Smartphones-Touchscreens-Details/dp/B00TA06N7U

I have these and I like them a lot so far! Great customer service too-I ordered the wrong size and inquired about returning them and they immediately refunded me. I also have a pair of compression socks from Physix that I like as well.

I can relate to the body aches and missing beer. I am on my feet all day at work too and find that I can't live without my Zensah compression leg sleeves and my Alegria shoes. My hips have been killing me since the second trimester and I get wicked sciatic pain, which feels like someone is poking me with electricity or a knife in my butt crack at the most convenient of times. Hang in there, we can make it.

Let's talk about the beer for a minute- summer is the worse time to be preggos. I am not a big drinker at all, but I do miss having a nice beer or cocktail while out to eat or just on a hot summer afternoon. Here's to you Oberon (one of my go to summer beers), I'll drink you again next summer. Also just found out my favorite restaurant is opening a taco stand/speak easy combo this fall... I can't wait to have this baby and try a prohibition era cocktail with a side of tacos.

I traveled from Texas to Northern Alaska at 20 weeks - so not international but still long flights. I recommend compression socks while flying. I have a pair from Sockwell that are cuter than the ugly white ones. http://www.amazon.com/Sockwell-Womens-Chevron-Compression-Socks/dp/B0091OKWV8

I traveled for fun a lot (all 7 continents, almost all of the US) before getting pregnant and I can say that at 24 weeks I wouldn't be able to keep up with my past travel habits. My hips hurt at the end of every day and I'm so sleepy. If you're willing to modify your expectations for the trip I think you could have a blast.

I was planning a trip to Costa Rica at 31 weeks but Zika happened so now I'm back to the beginning planning stages.

http://www.amazon.com/iGotTech-Texting-Smartphones-Touchscreens-Details/dp/B00TA06N7U

Or get a pair of gloves like that.

I buy a pair of these every other year. They tend to only last two years, but for under $10 that's ok.

I just leave them in my coat pocket so I always have them.

If it is really cold out I will wear these and put my hands in my coat pocket.

I myself used these running socks for my last 6 weeks, if you'd like to look at more options.

Køb et par iGotTech Texting Gloves:

https://www.amazon.com/iGotTech-Texting-Smartphones-Touchscreens-Details/dp/B00TA06N7U

Had this problem before get a pair of these https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PZ5HTIG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1521182762&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=shin+splint+compression+sleeve&dpPl=1&dpID=41xh8IFNT2L&ref=plSrch
N just keep running and eventually it will go away

Zensah compression sleeves

I got shin splints pretty bad when I got back into running (15 year break, lol). You sound a lot like me, I couldn't get them to go away. I tried compression sleeves, and they worked like magic!

I bought these.

I wear them while I run, and for a few hours after, maybe more depending on how long I run for.

Before, a mile would kill me. After several months, I'm running 8+ without pain - unless I forget to wear them. I'm no expert, perhaps I need to check my form as well, but they worked magic for me.

Get her a damn stylus. Or a pair of these: http://www.amazon.com/iGotTech-Texting-Smartphones-Touchscreens-Details/dp/B00TA06N7U/

I've had some stellate blocks that have worked wonders for my diabetic neuropathy, and the pain specialist is who got that going for me. Being the scatterbrain that I am, I make sure I take a written list of my symptoms and goals with me to each appointment, and then just hand it to them. Then they can ask more specific questions and help work on a plan for you.

Have you tried compression socks and gloves? Whenever my neuropathy pain gets bad, compression socks and gloves are my saviors. Especially if I need to go grocery shopping or do a lot of standing chores, putting the socks on beforehand really helps curb the cumulative pain. Might be worth a shot if you haven't tried it.