Sportswear or activewear has become part of everyday wardrobes. Ever since Covid-19, even more so.
Workout clobber is donned for everything from school runs to coffee dates and the workplace however, wearers beware: sporting garments may not always be designed to fulfill all-day duties, even though they promise breathability, sweat-wicking performance and body sculpting.
Its the close proximity to your skin for prolonged periods that shouldnt make you afraid of your tights, said biomedical scientist Dr Judey Pretorius , but rather, be quite aware of whats enveloping your skin and the possible impact on wellness. And thats because modern activewear fabrics differ significantly from traditional materials such as cotton, linen and wool.
