![]() ![]() I’m not sure how the sizing is on straight-sized consumers, but plus consumers should really look at the clothing chart and follow that. ![]() I’m usually a 2X in most of my other activewear, so this tells me that Girlfriend Collective runs pretty small. I tried a few items from Girlfriend and fell in love with this black Skort and Paloma bra set, both in a 4XL. Girlfriend Collective has totally revolutionized the activewear space with its eco-friendly, size-inclusive apparel. This was definitely my favorite set among all the ones I've reviewed, and the print on this is epic! Although, they do have this same set in solid colors as well. ![]() Although the exhale bra and elation tights are recommended for lower-impact workouts like yoga and Pilates, they held up when I did some high knees and light jogging in place. The leggings passed the squat test with flying colors with a waistband that doesn't dig. The thoughtfulness of the design really shines through. The Exhale bra curved perfectly around my back rolls and gave me the perfect lift. There's a pretty deep waistband pocket in the back that you can slide your keys and wallet into as well. The ultra-high rise on the Elation Tight is probably the highest I've ever experienced, and the set is compressive without feeling restrictive. The fabric felt sturdy and thick while also being incredibly smooth and soft to the touch and on the body. I tried on the Exhale Bra and the Elation 7/8 Tight. It definitely shows in each garment with the obvious care they took to create the perfect fit. Let's say goodbye to the duds we once wore in darker times and hello to more size-equitable styles of sports bras that won't dig, trendy printed sets, and unique silhouettes meant to highlight our bodies instead of hiding them.Īs a certified B-Corp, Athleta prioritizes people just as much as business. So, without further ado, scroll through to learn about my favorite activewear offerings for fat folk with stand-out product reviews of the brands I tried on IRL and loved - I’ll continue to add more styles worth sharing with you as I discover them. And, I was lucky enough to receive a handful of such styles from the most popular brands to try on myself for size, fit, and feel.Īlthough my relationship with exercise today is not completely healed, it’s become one with a very real glimmer of hope as I learn to be thankful for my body and appreciative of all it does for me. But, as the industry began to acknowledge bigger bodies, well-made and fashionable options started to emerge in the plus-size activewear space. Since I spent so much time feeling like physical activity was a punishment, I didn’t jump to spend my money on new fitness clothes - plus, options for plus-size retailers who do it right were already limited which made finding quality brands with inclusive activewear tricky. I discovered that breaking a sweat could be an enjoyable escape instead of about how many calories I might burn. But, years later in adulthood, I found positivity in hiking and a sense of calm in yoga flows. Growing up, I was surrounded by "Beach Body" boot camps and personal training programs that signified largeness as something to be lost. Years of body negativity brought on by the latest fad diet or fitness craze have made my relationship with exercise a rocky one. ![]()
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