The Best Fitness Apparel of 2023

Get dressed to impress with this lineup sure to upgrade any training wardrobe.

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Published January 10, 2023

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This story is part of the 2023 Fitness Awards. To see the full list of winners, click here.

A new year means a fresh start, and for fitness enthusiasts, that means turning the page and focusing on your latest goals and personal bests. But to achieve these feats of workout progress, you need to be equipped with the right apparel.

To give your wardrobe a head start this year, we’ve compiled a roundup of our favorite tops, bottoms and other fitness essentials. From innovative textiles to trusted gym staples, you’re sure to find the right picks on this list to keep your focus on performance, not on your sweat.

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BEST SEAMLESS WORKOUT SHIRT

Ten Thousand Seamless Shirt

$64.00 at Ten Thousand

With body-mapped mesh for cool, comfortable circuits, we really like the fit of this latest silhouette from one of fitness’s most-trusted apparel brands.

a blue nathan jacket laid on top of a photo of black rubber gym flooring

BEST BUDGET RUNNING JACKET

Nathan Stealth Jacket

$100.00 at nathansports.com

Run without distractions thanks to this cost-effective outer layer boasting a noise-free exterior that doesn’t rustle or crunch as you pace toward a new PR.

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BEST HOODED GYM SHIRT

Ibex Indie Hoodie

$170.00 at ibex.com

Flatlock stitching across this merino wool silhouette means less chafing and skin irritation, whether working through an agility routine or striding toward the finish line.

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BEST LONG SLEEVE GYM SHIRT

Arc’teryx Cormac Crew Neck

$80.00 at Arc'teryx

We really enjoy the gridded, breathable polyester of the Cormac Crew Neck that allows sweat vapors to dissipate more easily as we push our muscles to newfound heights.

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MOST SUSTAINABLE RUNNING TEE

Unsanctioned Deep Blurple Tee

$95.00 at unsanctionedrunning.com

There’s no greenwashing present across this sustainable silhouette made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. Plus, the no-sew shoulder seams lay comfortably across the skin for cozy strides and cadences.

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BEST TRAINING SHORTS FOR RUNNING

Patagonia Strider Pro 5-Inch Running Shorts

$51.00 at Patagonia

$85.00 (40% off)

A Polygiene treatment helps keep these shorts from getting too funky, while the 5-inch inseam allows for plenty of maneuverability and breathability when pacing through your splits.

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MOST VERSATILE TRAINING SHORTS

Rhone 7-Inch Mako Tech Unlined Short

$34.00 at Rhone

$68.00 (50% off)

Whether finding the perfect yoga flow or setting up for a new deadlift PR, these unlined shorts from Rhone are more than capable of performing at the highest level.

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a white and black brooks running jacket with green accents laid on top a photo of black rubber gym flooring

BEST NIGHTTIME RUNNING JACKET

Brooks Run Visible Convertible Jacket

$180.00 at Brooks Running

We like this jacket for its heightened reflectivity, as well as its packability. For warmer nights, this jacket packs conveniently into itself, transforming into a wearable pack for lighter wear.

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BEST RUNNING SOCKS

Near Earth Distance Running Socks

$2,022.00 at nearearth.run

Cozy Lycra fiber and a snug fit around the arch allow you to focus less on pulling these crew socks back into place and more on your PR-setting times.