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Is Polyester Good for Running?

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Running boy in lake park

Until recently I never thought of another material but cotton for my fitness outfits. To be honest, I never went running neither outside nor at the gym. Being never overweight, I didn’t need to do a lot of cardio, so almost never sweat.

Unfortunately, that changed last year when I started gaining some weight so it was time to hit the treadmill.  For the first time, I saw myself sweating like crazy, and started feeling very uncomfortable wearing my cotton tops.

That’s when I realized that cotton wasn’t such a good idea, and in fact, it was better to choose polyester for running and for activities that require a lot of physical effort.

The reasons why I will explain to you in this article.

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Are Nike Running Shoes Good for Walking?

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Nike shop sport quote

Today we are talking about Nike shoes. When it comes to shoes I always have dilemmas in my head, which is best, will they last, will they look good?

I am a very practical person and I don’t really like shopping, and when it comes to shoes I try to be very very careful.

This happens precisely because I don’t like to make the wrong choice and be obliged to buy new shoes and go through the process of searching in the mall or online all over again.

Nike is most likely a part of everybody’s wardrobe at some point in our life. Its shoes are some of the best out there.

Considering that different trainers are used for different activities, no wonder we question ourselves: Are Nike’s running shoes good for walking?

Well, I am here to try to give you that answer!

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Polyester Leggings vs Cotton: Which Material is Better?

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Polyester Leggings VS Cotton

Leggings are nowadays an important part of every woman’s wardrobe. We wear them to exercise or in everyday life and I believe each one of us has had good or bad experiences with our purchases.

To be honest I didn’t care much to look at the leggings materials before buying them. Now I know how important it is to pick the right material, and this applies to all sports garments.

It should be clear that when it comes to leggings, we find composite materials, and today we will compare two of the main ones we find used in leggings: Polyester and Cotton.

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ASICS vs Nike Running Shoes: Which Brand is Better?

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Nike Vs ASICS Running Shoes

When it comes to running shoes the choices are infinite. Different brands offer a huge range of products that meet everybody’s needs.

A running shoe is a very important purchase. Everyone knows that if the shoe is chosen wrongly, the running experience can turn into a nightmare. Trust me, that knee pain is not a walk in the park.

Running shoes should also be fashionable because their use nowadays is not limited only to fitness activity, but they are also worn in everyday life.

For today I chose to compare two of my favorite brands: Nike and Asics.

What not many people know is the fact that these brands are connected somehow during the course of history.

While Nike started as an Onitsuka Tiger shop, ASICS was created after merging Onitsuka Tiger with GTO and JELENK.

I have tried both of them so I speak from my personal experience. While Nike is an American worldwide known brand, Asics is a Japanese trademark that produces some of the best sports garments on the market today.

Let’s jump to the specifics.

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Why is Nike so Expensive and Popular? Are Their Products Worth It? 

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Why is Nike so Expensive and Popular? Are Their Products Worth It? 

Chances are you have a pair of Nike sneakers sitting in your closet right now, I know I do.

Nike is one of the most famous and popular brands in the world. The “Just do it” slogan and the iconic Swoosh logo are pretty much universally known no matter what language you speak.

Nike never gets out of fashion and is one of the brands that provides some of the best designs in the sports industry.

Today the fashion tendencies have brought sportswear to another dimension. Some years ago it was not as trendy as it is today to go out wearing joggers, a coat, and sneakers. Due to how comfortable those outfits feel they are now more popular than ever!

The brands are in constant competition with each other to provide us with the best designs and the most innovative materials.

Nike is one of the best out there but sometimes their products may seem too expensive.

The question is: Are they expensive and if yes, why?

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How Much Spandex Should Be in Leggings?

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How Much Spandex Should Be in Leggings?

Leggings have been popular for decades now and people seem to enjoy the comfort they provide. The majority of women nowadays consider leggings as a fashion necessity.

They are not only used to wear while training but also in our daily lives. Each year more and more cool designs emerge and in the meantime also the materials keep getting better.

We want leggings to be comfortable, breathable, and resistant. To achieve that, the right combination of materials is needed.

Today we will talk about Spandex also known as Lycra or elastane, as one of the main materials used in leggings.

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Marmot vs Fjällräven Hiking Jackets: Which Brand is Better?

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Marmot vs Fjällräven Hiking Jackets

This period of the year is perfect to go hiking and to do so you need adequate gear.

It is unnecessary to talk about how the right equipment makes your experience much more pleasant and how important it is to buy good quality products that make you feel comfortable and last for a long time.

We believe that the market is so full of possibilities and with the right amount of information you can find exactly what you are looking for.

We like to do brand comparisons to give you a more detailed overview of each brand in order to provide our opinion when in doubt.

Today we will compare Fjällräven and Marmot jackets.

Without further ado, let’s jump to the specifics.

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