Different Types of Running Shirts

Whether you’re training for a marathon or running to stay in shape, what you wear while running greatly affects your comfort. And if you are a marathoner, a cotton shirt drenched in sweat can weigh you down and affect your time on the course. So, how do you pick the best running shirt for you?

Your running shirt should be lightweight and breathable with the ability to wick away and dry perspiration quickly. Avoiding cotton can also help with chafing during your long runs.

For men and women, types of running shirts include:

Running Singlets

High-quality running singlets (tank tops) are created with no extra trim, bias or unnecessary seams for an ultra-comfortable running experience. If you’re a serial runner and enjoy a few races each year, the running singlet may be your smartest choice. It’s breathable, lightweight and many contain built-in fasteners to hold your race number on race day, eliminating the need for pins.


Marathon Running T-Shirts

Maybe it’s because we’re just used to wearing them, but T-shirts offer can incredible comfort. Just make sure this running shirt is designed with lightweight materials that are breathable and wick away any moisture. Double-bonus if your running shirt is tagless to avoid scratchiness on your neck.

Long-Sleeve Running Shirts

While it may sound crazy to wear a long-sleeve running shirt, on cold mornings you’ll likely need that extra layer. When you warm up, remove the long-sleeve running shirt and tie it around your waist. Or buy a long sleeve that pulls up over your elbow and really stays! Look for running shirts that have a double cuff to keep the cold out, are durable and have low-pilling.

As with all running accessories – from running socks to running shorts – your choice in running shirts can make all the difference in your exercising. Avoid cotton and look for shirts that contain wicking fibers, like CoolMax, for the best benefits. Running shirts should offer:

* Lightweight fabric that is breathable to keep you drier
* Styles to choose from: singlets (tank tops) v-necks, short sleeve (crew neck), long-sleeve with crew or mock necks
* Styles that are simple, without extra contrast panels and “color blocks” which just add more seams that could cause irritation
* No scratchy tags at the base of your neck

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