There is no doubt about it, we feel ten times better about ourselves when we are dressed well, for any and every endeavor.
Females usually rate 50% of their Saturday night on how pleased they are with their outfit. And there are males who get so excited about buying a new business suit; you'd think it actually did business for them.
Being well dressed affects us both mentally and physically. Mentally, because you think you look good, and physically because well, you DO look good.
We know this, and we adhere to it.
- We wouldn't go to a formal event in jeans.
- We know that the "That's What She Said" graphic t-shirt is not appropriate for church.
- When it's cold outside, we bundle up.
- Bathing suits belong at the beach or poolside.
These are some absolutes. However, there are 2 of my favorite clothing categories that overlap, and it drives me crazy.
Pajamas and gym clothes are DIFFERENT.
Yes, I get that we've accumulated a hundred free t-shirt's from college, work and relatives. I also understand that spending money on clothes you're just going to get sweaty in, is difficult to wrap your head around. BUT, how do you expect to feel motivated working out in something you snooze in? At the gym, we're supposed to be active and there are some days we are more inspired to do so. Inspiration or energy boosts of any kind make a difference in your workout, or even with just getting you to the gym!
Don't ditch all of the free tees, but donate a chunk of them - you're not as attached as you think, and those freebies can do a lot more good for someone else than you may even realize. Reserve some of the ones you keep as strictly PJ's, everyone should have strictly PJ's. I know, I do!
Reserving these for chill/bedtime will add to their value and the "Ahhh" feeling you get when you toss it on after a long day will be that much better. The ONLY thing you should do when wearing PJ's is rest, or drink wine and/or beer.
Then, go out and buy some workout clothes that you're excited to rock. There's a wide array of styles and gear
to choose from; I think you'll be pleasantly surprised. I am confident the price points won't disappoint either; even our beloved Target has some awesome activewear. When you put something on, and your first thought is how great you'll look doing your favorite exercise, PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY, and go exceed your already high expectations!
The point here is this: the gym and working out should be treated as an occasion. One which we gear up for, mentally, physically and fashionably!
You'll see the improvement in your outlook on working out as well as an improvement in how you look doing so!
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