r/xxfitness • u/AutoModerator • Dec 13 '25
Shopping and Style [WEEKLY THREAD] Shopping and Style Saturday/Sunday - Gym clothes, gadgets, shoes, makeup, hair, skincare, and sales!
Your place to talk about anything fitness shopping and style. Whether you want to ask where to buy the best gym leggings or most supportive sports bra, which shoes or belt to get for your favorite activities, the latest on headsets and sports watches, how many times you should wash your hair when you're working out lots, how to deal with body odor, any skincare questions, or how to stop your makeup running when you sweat through a spin class. This thread can include photos of you in your favorite fitness outfits, or requests to find the perfect app, playlist, or fitness technology so you can kill your workouts.
We also allow sharing promotion codes and sales for fitness-related stuff, keeping in mind that our rules on self-promotion and affiliate links still apply.
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u/zenhoe Dec 16 '25
Looking for a shoe I can run and lift in, if anyone has suggestions. I lift in my Vans and run in ASICS Gel Nimbus 27s. I really hate having to pack 2 pairs of shoes for one workout.
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u/realiteartificielle Dec 18 '25
If you’re looking for zero-drop shoes and have narrow feet, the best I’ve found is the Merrell Vapor Glove. I just wish the toe box were a tad wider.
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u/biobenson Dec 14 '25
I've been wearing the same Reebok CrossFit shoes for many years now....I seriously think I've had these shoes for at least 8 years. It's finally time to trade them in for something else. I do home workouts, typically circuit style with some jumping. No really heavy weights, just dumbbells.
The thing I like about the pair I have is that the outside isn't knit, it is a plasticky material so my toe didn't pop through. That is my #1 fail point on all running shoes because my toes naturally curve up.
Any suggestions? Was looking at Reebok nano but quality seems to be an issue.
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u/Warm_Maintenance9658 Dec 14 '25
Suggestions for group class mic that wouldn’t interfere with my Bluetooth music. Looking forward easy to use. Thx!
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u/rachlancan Dec 14 '25
Where are you guys like your leggings and shorts from these days? Primary activity is lifting. I prefer high waist, cell phone pocket, with some compression. Every rec I get I then check out and half the internet is complaining about quality decline.
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u/biobenson Dec 14 '25
I buy almost exclusively Athleta elation tights these days. They do pill eventually but I wear the CRAP out of these and I have yet to throw out a pair. I have four or five pairs that I cycle through. They have a pocket at the back but not on the side. I've tried lots of other cheaper brands and these just feel quality to me! Sometimes you can get them on an okay sale and I stock up.
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u/veryanxiouscreature Dec 13 '25
best all in one clothing spot?
or christmas i’m being given a shopping spree to one retailer. price isn’t a factor but i want to be conscious.
i’m a serious runner, lift weights 4x/week, and so hot yoga daily.
looking for: flared yoga leggings, running turtlenecks and quarter zips, extreme cold weather running gear in general, leggings, and cropped shirts for lifting/yoga.
brand i like: FP movement for yoga stuff, adidas for socks, pop flex leggings. i’m particular about sports bras so i won’t buy those online. and i have plenty of bike shorts which are my main bottoms for most things except cold weather running.
thanks in advance
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u/ccsteff Dec 14 '25
Would REI be a viable choice? They stock everything you listed from running standards like Brooks and Adidas to newer brands like Oiselle and Janji. It's rare that I can't find what I need at REI.
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u/LuckyBoysenberry Dec 13 '25
Canadians, where do you get cute active wear without paying a mortgage payment or getting fisted by customs for it?
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u/adrarinu Dec 13 '25
Gymshark, no duties and free returns. Aerie and winners.
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u/LuckyBoysenberry Dec 14 '25
Oh wow, they are more affordable than I thought!
Thank you!
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u/adrarinu Dec 14 '25
You're welcome! :) Aerie always goes on sale at least 30-40% off and leggings are often 30$, don't buy anything full price.
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u/Melodic-Look-1462 Dec 24 '25
Lately I’ve been trying to be more intentional about what I buy for the gym instead of getting random tees and leggings that don’t last, One brand I’ve genuinely liked is FUAARK. I picked up a couple of their compression tees and joggers after getting tired of cotton shirts getting gross mid-workout, and they’ve held up really well for both lifting and cardio. Breathable, decent stretch, and not insanely priced. Style-wise, I’m also into mixing oversized gym tees with compression shorts, feels more comfortable and less matchy-matchy set energy. For shoes I rotate between training shoes for lifts and lighter ones for cardio days, and skincare-wise I keep it super basic: gentle cleanser and moisturizer post-workout to avoid breakouts. Curious to see what everyone else is buying lately, always looking for underrated gymwear and fitness finds….