Best Workout Clothes for Older Women

Keeping a healthy body and mind means adopting a good balance of eating wholesome and staying active. Active can mean a daily stroll around the block or extensive workouts at the gym – and anything in between.

At our age, we need to listen to our bodies and try to keep as fit as we can. We still have many years to go, and we feel better when our muscles are as strong and as flexible as they can be.

Workout clothes don’t have to be elaborate or expensive, but they do need to be comfortable and breathe well. That means they need to be made of stretch and moisture wicking fabrics.

Here are our best workout clothes for older women:

1. Kimmery Raglan Sleeve Irregular Hem Yoga Workout Shirt – Perfect to cover your bottom while working out. 
2. Lululemon Align™ High-Rise Crop with Pockets – Soft and comfortable workout leggings. 
3. WACOAL Sport High-Impact Underwire Bra – Minimizes the movement of the breasts during workouts of any intensity.
4. Define Jacket Luon from Lululemon – Breathable slim fit jacket from Lululemon.
5. BROOKS Ghost 15 Running Sneakers from Finish Line – A best-selling runner from Brooks.

I personally take good care of my workout clothes and keep them for many years. I also don’t practice any extreme sports – mostly yoga, hiking, and some strength training. I tend to go for items that are not a passing fad so that I can feel and look good in them for a long time.

Looking to change up your workout wardrobe? Let’s take a look at the key items and what are the best ones for older women.

Tops

Comfort is key when it comes to workout clothing, and the tops that you choose are no exception. Sure, you can wear a simple everyday cotton t-shirt, but you can also invest in specialized workout tops that are more comfortable and designed to let you move easily and help to wick out moisture.

A workout top can be in the form of a tank top, a t-shirt, and also a long sleeve sweater. You need to dress for your comfort level and also for the activity and the place where you are working out.

Here are a few of my favorite workout tops, bottoms, bras, jackets, and shoes.

Nike Dri-FIT Short-Sleeve Training T-Shirt

This classic Nike t-shirt has soft, sweat-wicking fabric that helps keep skin dry and comfortable for your entire workout. It comes in several colors and in regular and plus-size fits.

Kimmery Raglan Sleeve Irregular Hem Yoga Workout Shirt

This lightweight, breathable, and moisture wicking top keeps you cool and covers your bottom. It hits right below the hips and is perfect for those who like to cover their bottoms when wearing leggings. It comes in several heathered pretty hues.

Women’s Dri-FIT Swift Element UV Crewneck Top

Nike’s airy long sleeve shirt features UV protection and moisture wicking fabric to protect you from the sun and to keep you dry when you workout outside.

High-Neck Running and Training Tank Top

Like to wear tank tops while working out? This is one of my favorites from Lululemon. This top is designed with lightweight mesh fabric and offers a comfortable relaxed fit.

Bottoms

There are a variety of workout bottoms to choose from – shorts, crops, leggings, and pants. Choose the bottoms that you are the comfiest in and that are appropriate for your type of workout.

And don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t wear workout leggings because you are older! You know your body best and dress it as you see fit.

Read 7 BEST LEGGINGS FOR OLDER WOMEN.

Also read YES, YOU CAN LOOK GREAT IN YOUR LEGGINGS AFTER 50! HERE’S HOW!

Lululemon Align™ High-Rise Crop with Pockets 

These leggings are my faves! They feel weightless, buttery-soft, and never constrictive. I love the useful added pockets. These are the cropped version, but Lululemon offers full-length and below-the-knee length as well. 

ID IDEOLOGY Essentials Flex Stretch Bootcut Yoga Full Length Pants

Leggings don’t have to be skin tight. These flare bottom leggings found at Macy’s are super comfortable and perfect for inside or outside workouts.

Adicolor Classics Firebird Track Pants

Track pants are also a great alternative to leggings for working out. These classic-look track pants from Adidas are made with wicking technology that helps evaporate moisture. 

Nike Universa Shorts

Have you been working out those legs and are proud to show them off? These bike shorts from Nike are perfect! This item is part of the sustainable material collection from Nike and is made with at least 50% recycled polyester fibers. 

Bras

One of the most important pieces in workout clothing is the sports bra – especially if you do high impact workouts like jogging or cardio dancing. Supporting your breasts with a well-fitted bra will make you feel better while you work out.

Many sports bras are slide-in over the head and can be quite uncomfortable to put on and take off. I highly recommend finding a bra that has a front closure.

Nike Alpha High-Support Padded Zip-Front Sports Bra

This sports bra from Nike takes the classic design to the next level with fabric that is made from at least 50% recycled polyester fibers. The fron zipper makes it easy to get on and off.  

YEYELE Medium Support Racerback Sports Bra

This best-selling sports bra on Amazon is offred in a 2-pack, 3-pack, or 5-pack in a variety of colors and prints.

GLAMORISE Full Figure Plus Size MagicLift Active Wirefree Support Bra

The wire-free MagicLift bra is designed with a cushioned support band that lifts and defines the bust while the cotton blend cups keep you cool and dry. The padded straps provide a comfortable fit and the two-way stretch back moves with you, preventing ride up.

WACOAL Sport High-Impact Underwire Bra

This best selling Wacoal Sport High-Impact Underwire Bra has a unique outside underwire that minimizes the movement of the breasts during workouts of any intensity. It comes in sizes up to I cups.

Jackets/Cover-Ups

Workout jackets come in handy when you are working out in a chilly gym or outside in changing temperatures.

Define Jacket Luon from Lululemon

This slim-fit zip up jacket from Lululemon is breathable and is made of moisture wicking fabric to keep you warm and dry.

Nike Sportswear Essential Repel

This lightweight jacket from Nike helps keep you out there in the wet and cool months. The jacket is made with 100% recycled polyester fibers.

CALVIN KLEIN PERFORMANCE Ruched-Sleeve Zip Hoodie

Ruched sleeves detail and textured fabric freshen this hoodie from Calvin Klein Performance. It’s made with lightweight and breathable fabric. 

KUHL Ascendyr Long Fleece Jacket

This long soft fleece and modern fit jacket has a 2-way zipper and hood let you wear it just the way you like.

Shoes

Another important thing not to neglect is the type of shoes you choose to wear during your workouts. There are many options out there and some brands even offer specialized footwear to accommodate the activity that you do – jogging, tennis, or golf for example.

Nike React Escape Run 2

These Nike runners are created with a breathable design and midfoot support. It’s made for your daily runs and beyond – with a plush sensation that keeps you comfortable from workout to hangout.

I always have a pair (or two) of multi-purpose Nike shoes in my closet ready for any activity. I replace them when I feel that they aren’t as supportive as they used to be and if they are showing signs of wear and tear.

BROOKS Ghost 15 Running Sneakers from Finish Line

The longtime favorite shoe for runners is back in its newest iteration in the BROOKS Ghost 15 Running shoe. Designed with durable cushioning, sturdy support and smooth transitions in mind, these runners will let you focus on your workout rather than your feet.

Moab Speed from Merrel

Merrel is a specialized footwear brand that offers a wide variety of quality shoes designed for hiking and running. I have a pair of Merrel hiking boots that are several years old and have been through a lot. They are still sturdy and still offer excellent traction.

New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi v4

The New Balance® Fresh Foam Arishi v4 is a versatile sneaker suitable for any occasion. Made with a plush Fresh Foam cushioned midsole, a breathable mesh upper, and a robust rubber outsole. It comes in a variety of fun color combos.

Read BEST WALKING SHOES FOR SENIOR WOMEN.

Mix and Match

Create a type of capsule workout wardrobe where every item goes well together. All my workout clothing was not purchased in the same place or at the same time, but they all match.

I have a preference that leans towards blacks, greys, blues, and whites. Sometimes a colorful printed legging will catch my eye, but I make sure that I have tops at home that will look good with them before I purchase them.

Read 10 TRICKS TO SQUEEZE EXERCISE INTO YOUR DAY IN YOUR 60S.

Also read 6 TIPS TO SAFELY GET BACK INTO EXERCISE, EVEN IF IT’S BEEN A WHILE!

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What’s your workout style? How do you choose the workout clothes/shoes you wear? Do you have any favorite items or brands you wish to share with the community? Let’s have a conversation!