Exercising in the summer heat calls for different clothing than working out in an air-conditioned studio, but hot weather workout clothes can lead to some serious sartorial problems. Black clothing tends to mask sweat stains best, but dark colors absorb all of the sun’s rays and convert them into heat, so you feel even hotter. White or light-colored workout clothes reflect the rays, so they aren’t converted into heat and your temperature isn’t affected.
Bottom line: Though your instinct may be to wear black when you plan to work up a sweat outdoors, that isn’t the way to go. The key is to look for sweat-absorbing fabrics, ventilation (including with your shoes — and no, that doesn’t always mean abandoning cushioning) and prints that mask sweat stains. It’s also important to choose appropriate socks and underwear.
To make your summer activewear shopping easier, we’ve rounded up sweatproof workout clothes that can withstand even the most sweltering outdoor run or boot camp. And don’t forget to stay hydrated!
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The Sweatproof Workout Essentials You'll Swear By This Summer
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Sweaty Betty
Tiki Crop Top ($90) and Wild Thing Run Shorts ($100) at Sweaty Betty
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Alala
Swell Crop Tank in Surf, $75 at Alala
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Phat Buddha
Bedford Bra, $62.50 at Phat Buddha
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Prismsport
Fitspo Legging in Pixie Print, $70.40 at Prismsport
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New Balance x J.Crew
Premium Performance Printed Scoop Bra ($49.99) and Printed Capri ($74.99) at New Balance
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Koral
Line Tank, $79 at Koral
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APL
Women's TechLoom Pro, $140 at APL
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ADAY
Dream Harder Tank, $60 at ADAY
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Athleta
Sunlover UPF Tank, $49 at Athleta
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Tory Sport
V-Neck Tennis Dress, $195 at Tory Sport
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Outdoor Voices
7/8 Tri-Tone Warmup Legging, $90 at Outdoor Voices
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VIMMIA
Fortitude Tank, $87 at VIMMIA
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Brooks
Women's Glycerin 15 Running Shoe, $150 at Brooks
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Lululemon
Enlite Bra, $98 at Lululemon
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SukiShufu
Shunga Shorts Gold, $99.75 at SukiShufu
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GapFit
gFast Cross Train Gradient Stripe Capris, $64.95 at Gap
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P.E Nation
Deuce Trackpant, $129 at P.E Nation
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New Balance x SB
Exclusive Sneakers, $145 at Sweaty Betty
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Yeba Clothing
Adriana Tie-Dye, $118 at Yeba Clothing
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Brazil Wear
Isadora Overlay Mesh Capri, $92 at Brazil Wear
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2(X)IST
Mesh T-Back Sports Bra, $24 at Bloomingdale's
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Terez
Beach Days Performance Leggings, $78 at Shopbop
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Manduka
Adorn Open Back Crop in White, $48 at Manduka
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Varley
Windsor Burgundy Legging, $120 at Varley
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Barber
Work It Sports Bra, $49 at Shopbop
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Alala
Flex Bodysuit in Heather Grey, $95 at Alala
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Koral
Defense Crop Top, $125 at Koral
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Sweaty Betty
Contour 7/8 Workout Leggings, $85 at Sweaty Betty
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Michi
Flash Short, $105 at Michi
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Phat Buddha
Northern Boulevard Bra, $66 at Shopbop
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Varley
Bandini Desert Snake Bra, $65 at Varley
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Michi
Barre Tank, $155 at Michi
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GapFit
Low Impact Coolmax Layer Triple-Strap Sports Bra, $36.95 at Gap
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Bombas
The Women's Week of Bombas Pack, $75.60 at Bombas
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Under Armour
Power In Pink Pure Stretch Thong, $12 at Under Armour
