In the realm of athletic clothing, differentiating good workouts from great ones often comes from the clothing that you wear. Athletes have for too long settled for clothing that hinders rather than helps, and the fabrics of which that clothing is manufactured are the cause of the hindrance. These fabrics trap moisture, restrict movement and merely tend to become heavy and uncomfortable. It is the end of the age of the simple cotton t-shirt for training. A new standard has come into existence, having been manufactured from material science and an understanding of the athlete's body. The Engineered Mens Athletic T Shirt, manufactured from a blend of 95% Polyester and 5% Spandex and having Quick Dry Moisture Wicking Technology, is the ultimate statement of that standard. This is not merely a shirt, but a piece of high performance equipment manufactured so as to enable you to perform to greater limits and thus be able to reach peak performance.
The Secret of the 95/5 Polyester-Spandex Blend
The reason this athletic t-shirt is superior to all other athletic shirts lies in the superiority of the blend of fabrics that has been used in its manufacture. The 95% Polyester content of the blend is the horse that pulls the shirt. Polyester is a synthetic fibre that is known noted for its durability, shrink-proof and excellent moisture-wicking properties. Unlike cotton and other natural fibre fabrics, which take in great quantities of moisture and continually absorb moisture, polyester does not absorb moisture but is hydrophobic, ie. it is naturally resistant to the moisture. That is the secret of keeping the athlete dry and comfortable, for he does not continuously stimulate the moisture of perspiration into the fabric of the shirt which the shirt’s qualities will combat.While it is the polyester which lends the structure and moisture management, it is the 5% spandex which unlocks true freedom of movement. Spandex or elastane as it is technically known, is known for its incredible elasticity. It is this small but vital percentage which weaves the fabric into a four-way stretch which allows the garment to move and stretch effortlessly with your body. So whether you are reaching for a new personal best in the bench press, flowing through a complicated yoga pose, or sprinting that last lap, the shirt gives unrestricted movement. It removes the pulling and bunching prone to be found with fabrics of lower technology, allowing you to worry more about your performance, not your clothing. Together this 95/5 mixture will create a synergy which ultimately gives you ultimate comfort and elite functioning. Soft and light against the skin, the shirt is tough enough to take the most extreme work-out patterns. Draping perfectly about the body, not restricting it, it gives an athletic and modern fit which looks as good as it works. This intelligent combination of fabrics will ensure the shirt maintains its shape from work-out to work-out and wash to wash, making it a staple in the wardrobe of any athlete. Engineered for Peak Performance Beyond the material itself is the all-important integrated Quick Dry Moisture Wicking Technology. This is not merely a feature, it is an active system to regulate the micro-climate of your body. The moisture wicking process starts the instant that you start to sweat. The improved weave of the polyester fibres creates a capillary action, pulling the perspiration actively from the skin, and transferring it to the outside of the shirt. This activity is vital in preventing the clamminess, and stickiness that can prove an immense distraction, and cause discomfort during aggressive exercise. Once the moisture has been established on the outside surface of the shirt, the Quick Dry technology takes effect. Because the moisture is at a larger surface area and exposed to the air, the moisture evaporates at an incredible pace. This rapid evaporation creates a noticeable cooling effect, which helps regulate your body's core temperature and prevents overheating. Because it keeps you drier and cooler, you are able to put in a higher intensity of exercise over a longer period. Furthermore, this advanced technology leads to a marked decrease in the proclivity to chafing and skin irritations, often the outcome of friction courses by moist fabric. Ultimately every detail of this engineered t-shirt has been thought of with but one goal in mind, to help you reach peak performance. Through its management of sweat, complete freedom of movement, and a lightweight comfortable feel, it removes the physical and mental barriers to training often experienced. It takes you into a state of complete focus, where your only thoughts are the next rep, the next mile, or the next challenge. This is not simply a t-shirt, it is an important tool engineered to allow the unlocking of every facet of your sporting potential.