News — Athletic Wear

Alright, men. Let’s get serious about athletic wear, like you’re serious about your workout. Whether you’re losing weight, toning up, or building muscle, the appropriate attire is where it’s at. In order to get the most out of your workouts, you need performance clothing, not just any old pair of sweatpants. With the right clothes, you’ll feel better about your workouts, and you’ll start seeing better results as you’re able to push yourself further. Athlete Beyond’s Men’s Apparel is here to save the day. Here’s why:

Get Your Best Workout

Without the right workout clothes, some workouts that could be great fall flat. You don’t feel motivated, or you’re overheated, or you’re just uncomfortable. Sometimes the standard old sweatpants and a t-shirt just don’t cut it. You have to dress for the workout you want. When you’re wearing athletic wear by Athlete Beyond, every workout is your best workout. Our performance fabric is designed to move with your body and keep you cool, and when you’re comfortable you’ll do great things.

Feel Great Getting in Shape

Take our Men's Compression Base Layer Sleeveless Top for example. Made with high filament polyester yarns and nano carbon technology, these compression tops are lightweight, moisture-controlled, and odor-controlled. You’ll feel like you can do anything in this top, and you’ll surprise yourself when you exceed your own expectations at the gym.

Push Yourself Further

When you’re on top of the world, why have a mediocre workout? In a top like our Men's SPIRIT Collection Two-Tone (Mesh Fabric Back) Long Sleeve Top, Loose Fit, Style FT07, you’ll feel motivated to keep going. Not to mention, most of our tops boast 40+ SPF, so if you’re working out outside, you’ll be able to stay in the sun longer; you can push for that extra mile, another set of pushups, one more game.

Exceed Expectations

You’ve got the perfect storm of motivation, comfort, and mobility up your sleeve; how can you be surprised when you exceed your expectations after every workout? Our lightweight fabrics won’t weigh you down, so you can work longer, harder, and more efficiently on your goals. Of course you’re going to see improvement—it only makes sense!

Never Let Them See You Sweat

Our performance fabrics work hard to keep you feeling fresh and looking good. Not only are our men’s athletic tops stylish, but they’re all made with lightweight fabric that wicks sweat off your body, and maintains your body temperature. You’ll look good at the gym, and stay feeling good throughout your entire workout. Check out our Men's Lightweight Compression Base Layer Short Sleeve Shirt, Style A02 for a classic with all the right benefits: it’s perfect for layering, durable, and has all of those qualities we’ve so highly praised, including odor-blocking technology, sweat-management, and 40+ SPF.

So, there you have it. The right workout apparel will work like magic to improve your workouts, and Athlete Beyond has just what you need! Check out the “For Him” selection and pick your favorites.

Ready to hit the beach with a six pack? Here’s how you can get great abs:

Losing Weight

The first step to building six pack abs is to lose some belly fat. This is, of course, within reason. If you’re already pretty slim in the abdominal region, you can probably skip this step and start building muscle. Otherwise, skimming off a bit of fat is going to be necessary to see results.

Find a routine that works for you, and as always, set realistic goals. Losing weight takes time: the safest amount of weight you should be losing per week is 1-2lbs. It’s tempting to crash diet and work out excessively to try to get faster results, but not only is this method unhealthy, it’s usually not effective in the long-run. If you want to lose weight and keep it off, you’re going to need to change your lifestyle. Losing weight means cutting back on your caloric intake—usually about 500-1000 calories per day. Educate yourself on healthy eating, and start doing some cardio exercises to burn some of those calories.

Eat Smart

Getting great abs isn’t just about the killer workout regimen—it’s about eating smart. If you’re killing yourself in the gym and then hitting the drive-thru for a cheeseburger and fries afterwards, you’re doing it wrong. You need to be focusing on protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.

Protein

Eat lots of protein. Lean protein helps you build muscle and burn body fat like no other. This is because lean protein has the highest thermogenic effect on the body, meaning your body burns more calories breaking it down.

Carbohydrates

Don’t let anyone tell you to cut carbs. You won’t be doing yourself a favor. Good carbs provide your body with healthy, natural energy, and a good helping of fiber to boot. But you have to stick to the good stuff, like healthy grains and starches. Meanwhile, stay away from the bad stuff, like pastries, white bread, and white pasta, which have been stripped of their natural fiber.

Healthy Fats

Good, healthy fats are 100% necessary to cutting unnecessary belly fat. Fats help you absorb vitamins A, D, and E; and they help lower the risk of heart disease. Reach for avocados, almonds, cashews, peanut butter, olive oil, and canola oil for a healthy serving of fat.

Work out

Now for the good stuff. You’ve probably heard that in order to get a decent rack of abs you need to do about a million boring crunches, but fret not because that’s not necessarily the case. In fact, you’re probably better off doing a variety of complex ab workouts to feel the burn and see results. Check out some different workout routines and mix it up a bit. Just remember to keep moving and push yourself to achieve maximum results. Here are some good ab workouts to try:

• Health.com’s 24 Fat-Burning Ab Exercises
• Men’s Fitness’ “The 30 Best Abs Exercises of All Time” 
• Fitness’ Top 10 Ab Exercises 

Now that you’re ready to work on those abs, stock up on some sweet workout apparel from Athlete Beyond and stay motivated!

Why should Athlete Beyond’s Women’s Hooded Shrug Top be the latest and greatest addition to your athletic wardrobe? Could it be its oversized hood? Its cropped top? Its stretchy material? Or simply its sleek, edgy style? This charcoal-colored wonder is calling your name and shouting words of encouragement. It’s the pep-talk you’ve been waiting for, the push for that final mile or rep or pose. Why? We have some theories:

Get your Best Workout

There’s a saying out there about “dressing for the job you want.” Well, what about the workout you want? A t-shirt and sweatpants might get the job done, but will it get the job done well? Can you truly put your best foot forward in the wrong attire? We don’t think so. We think it takes a perfect mixture of style, comfort, and fabric flexibility to achieve the ultimate workout. When you’re feeling like your best self, you’re going to push yourself further and work harder. You’re going to achieve those goals you set for yourself because they’ll feel within reach.

Look Good Doing It

When you dress like a couch potato, you’re going to work like a couch potato—but when you dress like athlete you’re going to work hard like an athlete. You’re going to feel motivated, stronger, and more capable. That strength has been there all along, and the right apparel will bring it forward. This hooded shrug top screams confidence, and the stretchy material and thumb holes work together to create comfort and flexible mobility. The charcoal color is sleek and stylish. You won’t want to take it off.

Be Unstoppable

This top’s greatest feature is its versatility. It can be worn to the gym, outside, or in your living room for an at-home work out. And it works for any type of activity, at any level: running, yoga, lifting. The cropped top sits above the breast making it a great companion to any sports bra, or wear it underneath your favorite workout shirt while the oversized hood offers protection from the elements and keeps you focused and motivated. You’ll find yourself pumped and ready to go no matter what kind of day you’re having, no matter where you are.

Make no excuses

Were you planning a run and the weather took a turn? Don’t just stay inside until the sun comes out. Get out there, flip your hood up, and do what you set out to. A little water never hurt anyone, and when you can push yourself through the worst, the rest only gets better. Neither rain nor cold nor abundant sun can stop you in this shrug.

What have you got to lose? Adding this hooded shrug to your closet is just the thing to take your workout to the next level. Have we gotten your attention? Buy it here for $45.00. This top’s neutral color makes it a perfect match for a number of items, so don’t forget to shop around at Athlete Beyond for matching compression tights, sports bras, and tops.

Are you looking to start getting in shape, or in the process and stuck in a bit of a rut? If you need some inspiration, why not turn to the professionals? Whether you’re facing a mental block or a physical block, we have some tips to help you get through your next workout. Here are seven fitness tips from the pros:

1. Plan

Having a plan will get you motivated, and developing a routine is essential if you want to keep up the good work. Start by making a to-do list and setting up a calendar. Create a schedule that you know you can maintain. If you know you struggle with early mornings, don’t fool yourself into trying to commit to AM workouts that will make you hate working out. That’s not a good plan. Try to mix things up and keep your routine as fresh as possible—this will help keep you motivated and on schedule.

2. Set goals

This tip goes hand in hand with planning. Setting goals is another way to stay on track and motivated. Make your goals specific and realistic. If you’re trying to lose weight, set a number. If you’re trying to up your reps, set a number. Being vague isn’t going to get you anywhere. Just make sure your goals are attainable. If you set your goals too high, and push yourself too hard, you run the risk of injury.

3. Understand why you’re doing it

Trainer Jonathan Angelilli stresses the importance of asking yourself, “why?”. If you’re a beginner to fitness, or even just starting a new routine, it’s important to know exactly why you’re doing it. Ask yourself, and be specific. Will a healthier lifestyle make you happier? Will you evolve as a person from this experience? These are the important questions.

4. All or nothing is not the answer

An all-or-nothing approach to working out will only lead to injury. Pushing yourself is a good thing, but pushing yourself too hard isn’t going to get you anywhere. It’s tempting to try to rush, but you need to work at a reasonable, steady place in order to reach your goals in a healthy way.

5. Try bribing yourself

Seriously. Research has shown that “bribing” yourself can help you stick to an exercise program. Give yourself some incentive. For each goal that you reach, treat yourself. Pick a reward that works for you, and set up a system. Just make sure it’s a healthy system.

6. Keep a training log

Fitness trainer, Jackie Warner, keeps a fitness log to keep on top of her goals. She marks each completed training session with a smiley face to keep herself motivated. This is an especially useful tip if you struggle maintaining a schedule and reaching your goals.

7. Make it fun

The most unanimous tip among fitness professionals is to enjoy what you’re doing! If you hate your current routine, it’s probably just not working for you. It is possible to enjoy working out, and it’s essential if you want to stick to your plan and reach your goals. Try out different routines until you figure out what works for you. Don’t settle until you find something you love.

Another great way to get motivated? Stocking up on workout gear so you can look great while you’re getting active. Check out our stylish athletic wear and get moving.

Many people overlook the many benefits to yoga and shrug it off as a boring activity, however, yoga can be beneficial to men and women alike and can provide people with some life changing rewards. Not only can yoga benefit your body while trying to get in shape, but also it can benefit your mind and quality of life. Here are just a few of yoga’s many beneficial factors.

1. Reduces Stress 

Yoga can reduce stress by giving you a calming routine to escape to each day. Once yoga becomes a part of your routine, it will be something you look forward to in order to release your mind from the many stresses of the day and relax. 

2. Increases Flexibility 

Yoga can be a difficult activity for many at first, because it focuses so much on flexibility. But if you stick to it, yoga will increase your flexibility and be a great way to stretch out your muscles. If you add yoga to your regular workout routine, it can help you feel less sore after lifting weights. 

3. Increases Strength and Tone 

Yoga will increase your strength and tone as well as flexibility by forcing you to hold difficult positions and engage your core muscles. Accompanied by a cardio and strength training workout plan, yoga can help you see results faster and keep you from getting stiff and pulling muscles.

4. Increases Energy

By getting your heart pumping and your body moving, yoga will increase your energy throughout the day. The lazier you are, the more tired you become. By getting up and getting active, your body will thank you and in turn, will be more energized and ready to take on the day. Consider doing yoga as a part of your morning routine in order to wake up and start the day. 

5. Better Sleep Quality

Another benefit of getting active in general is better quality of sleep. An active lifestyle provides you more energy during the day and then trains your body to rest at night when you are sleeping. Being active and doing yoga will provide you will deeper sleep at night for your muscles and mind to recover.

Yoga is not an activity for the lazy. Yoga can be difficult and provide great strength training and cardio benefits. Incorporate yoga into your current exercise routine in order to improve not only your fitness level, but also your quality of life as a whole.