Choosing sports thermal underwear

Many people remember how in cold weather they were wrapped up by their parents or grandmothers when going outside during the cold season. Now, with the development of technology, this is no longer necessary. After all, a separate type of clothing has appeared - thermal underwear, which helps not to freeze in winter and not to sweat in hot weather.

Thermal underwear is a type of special underwear, the main task of which is to maintain normal body temperature by removing moisture.

This thermal clothing has unique properties:

• the seams are made in a special way, do not put pressure on the body and do not rub;
• it is impregnated with a special antibacterial solution that prevents unpleasant odors;
• dries very quickly due to the use of special fabrics in the structure;
• does not stretch with proper care.

Also, do not forget that such linen requires special washing conditions - only by hand or on a typewriter in manual mode. Do not iron or spin in a centrifuge. You will also need special washing gels.

Mainly thermal underwear used by athletes, lovers of winter outdoor activities, fishermen, hunters and the military. All these categories of people simply need not to freeze in winter and not overheat in summer.

Thermal underwear is divided into two types: winter and summer.

An additional layer of fabric can be performed made of natural or synthetic materials, there are even three-layer underwear for particularly cold conditions.

Compared to classic clothes, thermal underwear has the following advantages:

1. High degree of thermal insulation. It should not be forgotten that it does not warm or cool the skin, but maintains the natural temperature of the body.
2. Comfort. The fabric hugs the body comfortably and wicks away moisture, so the skin stays dry at all times. Eliminates sweat odor.
3. Wind and moisture resistant. Due to its protective properties, underwear does not allow the body to overcool, which reduces the risk of catching a cold.
4. Wide range of. You can buy in every sports store for every taste.

As mentioned above, thermal underwear for all occasions does not exist, therefore, there is a specially designed one for each occupation. The choice of this highly functional garment should be taken with special care. Professional cross-country skiers need special thermal pants with increased groin protection.

Thermal shorts are used by wrestlers and runners.

Compression garments are essential for maintaining muscles toned and especially popular with runners, due to muscle contraction, blood pulsates faster and does not stagnate in the legs. This enhances the athlete's coordination and prevents thrombophlebitis.

Basically, there are no restrictions on wearing high-performance underwear, and you can wear it at least every day.

Depending on the activity of use and purpose thermal underwear can be divided into types.

1. Conserving warmth. It is suitable for people with low to medium activity living in regions with a cold climate. This type of underwear helps people not to freeze due to a special cellular material in which air is stored, because it is the best heat insulator.
2. Moisture-wicking. It allows excess moisture to be removed from the skin, thus keeping the body temperature at a comfortable level. It is often used as an essential ski equipment.
3. Mixed. This type of clothing combines the properties of the first and second. It is difficult to achieve an acceptable balance of these properties, but manufacturers are experimenting and trying to succeed in this difficult issue.

Based on the composition, fabrics for thermal underwear can be synthetic or natural. Made of artificial materials that perfectly remove sweat and do not cause an allergic reaction, most commonly used polyester, polypropylene, polyamide and their combinations.

Linen made from natural materials, cotton and wool, warms well, but poorly removes moisture and, as a result, is not suitable for active people. It is more rational to use it when walking or staying in one place for a long time.

The disadvantage of products made from this material is a higher degree of wear than synthetic ones.

There are many worthy manufacturers on the market now. Based on user reviews and sales of certain brands' products, which is a kind of quality mark, we have compiled our rating of thermal underwear manufacturers.

At the moment, the TOP looks something like this:

• NORVEG Is a German company that uses natural wool of merino sheep and only natural dyes;
• X-Bionic - a Swiss company that uses the latest technologies for the manufacture of thermal underwear, taking into account the anatomical features of the structure of the human body, the products look very stylish, it is pleasant and comfortable to wear them;
• Finnish company Guahoo produces excellent products using a special technology of weaving fibers and in a large assortment.

It is quite simple to choose underwear, you need to proceed from your needs and financial capabilities. There are several points to look out for when buying.

1. It is worth deciding how the linen will be used - daily or for sports. The choice of material depends on this.
2. Gender signs. Men's and women's underwear are different - warmer sets are produced for women.
3. The size. If the size of the clothes is larger than you need, they will not perform their moisture-wicking functions, sweat will drain through the body and hypothermia may occur. Therefore, it is necessary to buy such underwear that fits the figure tightly.
4. Price. This is an important factor - the availability of additional functions and the well-known name significantly increases the price.

Comfort when wearing linen and playing sports directly depends on your choice.

Watch a video review of sports thermal underwear in the video.