Training Journal
27 articles tagged “fabric”-
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Reading a Garment Care Label: Every Symbol Explained
Wash tub, triangle, square, iron, circle: what every care label symbol means and why following them keeps stretch fabric performing longer.
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Why Fabric Blends Beat Single Fibers in Activewear
Single-fiber fabrics can't do everything at once. Here's why blending polyester, nylon, cotton, and spandex gets you stretch, wicking, and durability together.
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Thermal Regulation: How Fabric Keeps You Cool and Warm
How activewear fabric actually manages body heat: wicking, airflow, fiber structure, and why the same blend can feel cool in summer and warm layered in winter.
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Bonded Hems and Raw Edges: Modern Activewear Construction
Bonded hems and raw edges replace stitched hems on modern activewear. Here's how each is made, why they resist chafing, and how to spot quality construction.
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Brushed vs Slick Finish Leggings: Feel and Function
Brushed and slick finish leggings use the same fibers but feel completely different against skin. Here's how each finish is made and where it works best.
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Stretch Recovery: Why Some Leggings Bag Out and Others Don't
Stretch recovery, not stretch alone, is why some leggings hold shape through a squat while others sag at the knee by week three. Here's the science.
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Cotton vs Performance Blends for Rest-Day Wear
On rest days you're not sweating through a workout, so does cotton win over performance fabric? Here's the honest comparison for comfort and durability.
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