In terms of laundry day consider your workout clothes underwear says obendorf.
Wash workout clothes everyday.
Rokhsar both recommend washing exercise outfits after every wear to defend against infection.
Hot water can break down textiles and leads to shrinkage if you re serious about blocking odors add another half cup of white vinegar to your wash s rinse cycle.
That means wash them after each and every use.
While it might seem like an easy way to eliminate odors in your dirty workout gear using fabric softener can be counterproductive.
It doesn t have to be anything intense just using quick cold wash on the gentle.
Wash workout clothes inside out.
If your workout didn t leave your shirt totally drenched you might be able to get away with skipping a wash.
If wash day is several days away place the clothes in the vinegar water solution for a 30 minute soak.
Rinse with plain water and allow to drip dry before tossing the clothes in the hamper.
Again high heat can cause damage or shrinkage.
Submerge your workout clothes and let them soak for 15 to 30 minutes before washing.
Mix one part white distilled vinegar to four parts cold water.
Wash your clothes in cold water.
Air dry your clothes or use the lowest heat setting on your dryer.
I exercise every day and no matter how frequently i wash my gym clothes they never seem to be.
How to treat your workout clothes.
That said hang it up to dry as soon as you get home and maybe rinse out any sweat.
Lisa ryan a 26 year old new york city marketing manager and workout enthusiast is frustrated.
Just about every care label says machine wash cold in the garment industry that means up to 85 degrees fahrenheit so depending on your clothes washer and.