Asics Core Long Sleeve Shirt

Price: $30.00

(Asics.com)

This review is for the women's version of this shirt - it is also available for men. I have this shirt in purple and in a medium.

Specs:

• Wicking technology
• Due to the light, textured mesh material of the shirt
• Flatlock stitching
• Flat seams - feels like there is no stitching, resulting in zero friction on your skin
• Tailored fit for the body 
• Asics Atomic Wash technology
• Retro-Reflectivity Technology
• Shirt reflects light so you are easier to detect in the darker hours

Used:

• Cycling (30 minutes)
• Weighlifting sessions (upperbody/back and lowebody workouts)
• Walking (30 minutes)
• Running (4 miles)
   

Under Armour's Charged Cotton Storm Full Zip Hoody

Price: $69.99

I purchased the UA Charged Cotton Storm Hoody in a Men's Small, because I bought a women's UA hoody in the past and it did not fit my body right after it was machine washed. Considering the cost of this product, I wanted to ensure I got something that would fit.

Specs:

• ColdGear
• Thick, smooth fleece for extra warmth
• Soft, natural feel
• All-weather, water-resistant finish
• Ribbed cuffs, front pocket

Used:

• Walking (fast-paced; miles at one time)
• Leisure (sitting, sleeping, slow-paced walking)

Nike Dri-FIT Cushioned No-Show Running Sock

$8.00

(Nike.com)

I wear a size 8 running shoe and went with a medium Nike Dri-Fit Cushioned Running Sock. The sock is available in white or black.

Specs:

• Dri-FIT
•  wicks away moisture to help keep feet dry and comfortable
• Rib cuffs
• Left/right-specific
• Mesh at ankles
• Blister Prevention Technology
• Cushioned for comfort, shock absorption
• 78% Dri-FIT Polyester
• 21% Nylon
• 1% Spandex

Used:

• Cardio (40 minutes)
• Walking (60 minutes)
• Weightlifting

Under Armour Women's Coach's Polo

 

$44.99

(UnderArmour.com)

The UA Women's Coach's Polo was part of my work uniform last year. I was unsure of what size to get, so I got a large. I should've gone with the medium because the large was a little big in some places, but it was a comfortable fit nonetheless.

Specs:

• Heatgear
• 95% Polyester/ 5% Elastane

Nike Free XT Motion Fit+ Training Shoe

Price: $90.00

(Nike.com)

The Nike Free XT Motion Fit+ is my first shoe that is used solely for training. I got the Metallic Silver/Metallic Cool Grey with High Voltage Yellow colorway. For sizing reference, I wear an 8.5 in other Nike shoes (such as the woman's Tiempo soccer cleats) and an 8.5 in the Nike Free XT fits perfectly.

Specs:

• Nike Free technology for natural movement in all directions
• Allows your feet to move as if they were barefoot
• This natural motion builds strength and, by association, speed
• Full-length midsole for excellent impact cushioning and underfoot comfort
• Mid-fit system for increased stability in the upper
•  Nike+ Technology
• Use your iPhone, iPod, Nike watch, or Nike GPS to track statistics about your runs
• Note: The above listed technologies do not come with the shoe. The shoe is merely compatible with the Nike+ technology, meaning that you can use the technology while wearing this training shoe

Used:

• Cardio: 40 minutes walking
• Weightlifting
• Lower body (dumbbell squats, dumbbell dead lifts, lunges, sitting leg press, ect)

Nike Fast Pace Women's Running Shirt

 Price: $30.00

Nike.com

[Note: my model of this shirt only had mesh in the under arm area - it did not run all the way down the side. I think the one currently featured on Nike.com (pictured above) is a better version, because the mesh creates ventilation and helps wick away your sweat.]

I got this shirt in a medium and it fits great.

Specs:

• Dri-FIT technology 
• Meant to wick sweat away and help keep you dry and comfortable
• Flat-seam construction to minimize chafing
• Longer back hem to help keep shirt in place
• Contrast mesh panels at shoulders, sides and upper back
• Reflective loop at upper back to keep media-player cords out of the way
• 100% polyester

Used:

• 20 minute cardio on treadmill
• Weightlifting - dead lifts, crunches, oblique exercises, push ups, pull ups

Reebok's Play Dry Burnout Tee

Price: $19.99

(Dick's Sporting Good Store)

Specs:

• 55% Polyester / 45% Cotton
• Regular fit – not too tight, not too loose; perfect for all workouts and everyday activities
• Play Dry fabric wicks moisture, accelerates evaporation, increases ventilation, reduces chaffing and doesn’t trap heat
• Flattering v-neck design; cap sleeve for coverage and mobility

Since this shirt is suppose to be "regular fit", I went with a large because the medium was too tight. I really enjoy the fit and feel of the shirt.

Used:

• 30 minute jog on campus (uphills, 60-75% depending on terrain, 88 degrees)

I just got back from my run and felt compelled to review the Reebok Play Dry Burnout Tee.

The feel of the Play Dry on my body reminded me of the Nike Pro because of the polyester. It's nice to have an athletic shirt that is this shade of green because, for whatever reason, I don't see it very often. I am also a fan of the v-neck style.

My goal was to test Reebok's claim that the shirt moves moisture away from the skin, accelerates evaporation, increased ventilation, and doesn't trap heat inside of it. 

The Play Dry Burnout tee failed in every regard and did worse than the Nike Pro I previously reviewed. This is because the shirt has a cotton component to it which decreases its speed of evaporation and increases its absorption and accumulation of sweat. After I completed my run, I could not believe how much sweat had collected in the shirt.