How to keep gymnastics leotards

Your gymnasts will wear a lot of gymnastics leotards,and gymnastics uniforms are gradually becoming their first or second choice for everyday wear.Gymnastics apperals should fit and fit like skin,which will look great and won't cost a fortune.To that end,manufacturers typically use special fabrics and methods to create these leotards to get the look you want.

You may find that one day your gymnastics clothes become very loose and out of place,probably because the way you wash them determines the lifespan of your leos.Here,we'll explain how to make your gymnastics leotards last longer.

Understanding Gymnastics Leotards Materials

Before explaining how to make your gym leos last longer,you need to know about gymnastics outfits materials.Common gym leos are generally made of lycra or spandex,and some elastic fibers or elastic fabrics are also added to them,because gym tights need to have a certain elasticity to ensure a fit.

Often,spandex is added to other fabrics to create different looks,allowing leos to fit the body in different ways.

If you want to buy leos that will last a long time you should choose a leotard made of lycra.

Get leos out of the body as soon as possible

It is important for your gymnast to remove their leo as soon as possible after they exercise.It's best to turn the leo over so that sweat or moisture can escape and not get trapped in clothing.

Folding it is important when you need to take it off or fold it for storage.Never rub a leo,especially if it is sweaty or full of water,which is not good for extending its lifespan.

How to wash gymnastics leotards

1.Washing instruction labels on gym leos are important.This washing instruction label can tell you how to wash your gymnastics clothes or whether your gymnastics uniforms can be washed in the washing machine.Keep in mind that not all gym leos can be washed in the washing machine,which can cause some damage.There are gymnasts who will ask to have the tags removed,and they will feel uncomfortable if the tags are in place.However,removing the label will make you forget the washing instructions.

2.Don't use fabric softener or bleach detergent.If your gym leos get dirty and you want to wash them with fabric softener or bleach detergent,then your gymnastics leotards will soon be useless because fabric softeners or bleach detergents can cause some damage to the fabric and material of gymnastic outfits.

3.Wash with cold water.You'd better clean your leo from the inside out by hand in cold water,you can sterilize your leo by adding some salt to the cold water,after cleaning,gently squeeze out the water in the leo,don't twist.

4.Do not store in plastic bags.When you take off your gymnastics leotards after exercising,don't store it in a plastic bag,preferably in a mesh bag to allow air circulation and keep it dry.

How to dry gymnastics apperals

To properly dry your gym leos,you need to lay them flat and away from any heat sources.

Never use clothespins,as they can be harmful to gymnastics uniforms made of velvet.If you want to use hangers,plastic hangers are the best option.Then,you need to lay the leos completely flat,which will keep it in shape better.

How Gymnasts Fasten Leotards?

On the field,you will see gymnasts wearing gymnastics leotards that fit their bodies almost completely.How is this done?

Some gymnasts will often apply "butt glue" to their leotards to keep them in place.This "butt glue" is actually an adhesive that was originally used in beauty pageants to keep clothes from slipping.

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