A friend of mine asked a very simple yet genius question: What do you wear to workout? 

This question deserves a whole blog.

My favorite places to get decently priced (and sometimes awesomely clearanced) workout attire: Target, Old Navy, Academy Sports, Marshall's. 

If you don't want to spend a whole lot on shoes Kohl's and Academy have a good selection. If you can spend a few more dollars I'd highly suggest going to Runner's Market, Fleet Feet or the New Balance Store to get fitted for shoes at least once. Shoe fit is everything and can prevent injury. Make sure they are comfortable to walk around in, wide enough, and there's ample room for your toes. DO NOT cram your feet into a pair of shoes just because they're cute or on sale.

Here's a link to an article about shoe fit: Runner's World Shoe Fit 

You know how Edna Mode (Mode meaning fashion in French, those clever Disney peeps) says no capes? Well, NO COTTON! This includes underwear and socks (Ladies, get a well fitting sports bra, you'll thank me). 

You might be able to get away with cotton socks. But, after cotton gets wet and sweaty it's heavy and can cause blisters. Which is no fun 6 miles into a 20 mile run, let me tell ya. Workout clothes are generally made of what's called technical fabric. It's light and drys fast so it's perfect to work out in. Also, don't put technical fabrics in the dryer, they'll last longer. 

Back to skin blistering for a sec. I don't like my legs rubbing together. Solution? Yoga capris or men's compression shorts under my running shorts. 

Why men's? Women's tend to be shorter and ride up. If they don't stay on my thighs that kinda defeats the purpose. 

Now, body glide. Not an article of clothing but it needs to be talked about. Probably not needed for workouts under an hour either. But go beyond that and sometimes no amount of well fitting technical fabric is going to prevent your sweaty clothes from rubbing against your sweaty skin and causing blisters. You don't have to buy the expensive, real deal "Body Glide". Vaseline will work. Usually you'll need it under your arms and between your thighs. Even if you have long pants/shorts on. 

And, also not an article of clothing, but arm bands for your phone. You can get cheap yet good ones at dealextreme (dx.com). 

I think that covers it. Have a good workout. ;)