If leggings and tights do not fulfill your needs for exercise wear, maybe what you need are plus size shorts! These will attract you more if you are looking for extra room to move your legs, for example, while biking, or if you are looking for a chafe-free option for exercise wear.
The best material for plus size bike shorts is a mixture of micropolyester and spandex. This makes a combination that is comfortable and stretchy, but prevents chafing and wetness due to sweat.
Another alternative are the double layered plus sized shorts. The first layer gives you added support and some compression, without being so snug as to get damp and chafe your legs. The outer shorts usually come with an elastic waistband and the material makes any sweat or moisture dry quickly. They also have generous pockets for your pedometer, mp3, etc.
Looser shorts come in fabrics like lycra and cotton. These loose fitting, casual and now trendy shorts are extremely comfortable in the summers while doing housework or outdoor chores. You’ll just need to watch out for the occasional chafing that might occur.
Now plus size swim shorts are easier to come by. Even major brands like Victoria Secret have their own line of plus size shorts in this category. Here a good idea would be to figure out what your body shape is like – hourglass or triangle, circles or rectangles. Figuring this out may mean you’ll have to put aside some of your inhibitions, but categorizing yourself this way will help you look your best at the beach or at the pool.
Plus size denim shorts are also a good direction to head in. They are trendy, casual, and can be used in the winters too if you wear thigh high boots. In the summers, if worn alone, they will accent your hip area and move attention away from the waist. These are a very popular apparel choice these days. And now with summer coming in, all major retailers like Old Navy, OneStopPlus and WomanWithin are coming up with their own lines of plus size denim shorts. But done let the word denim fool you – these shorts come in all colors and many designs to go with your range of blouses and button up shirts.
So don’t hesitate to take your workout to a new level with plus size shorts. If chafing thighs are a problem for you, they are your one solution. These shorts are a good way to go even for pool parties and casual meetings with friends, and may be the new fashion statement for plus sized women this summer season.
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