Organic food isn’t the only “in” thing that’s become a favourite with health and fitness enthusiasts. Organic workout wear is where the buzz is now. While regular exercise clothing is designed to keep you comfortable, the problem is that it is made of artificial fibres like acrylic, lycra, polyester and spandex, which cause the body to overheat. They can also give you rashes and trigger muscle fatigue. Solution? Move to organic fabric that is natural, renewable and biodegradable – made from mostly cotton – that has been harvested without chemicals (non-GMO or genetically modified organism) and is of the best quality available.
While appearance, comfort, size and price are always important factors to consider when buying fitness wear, let’s not discount the benefits of wearing organic fabric. It’s breathable, soft and light on the skin, keeping allergic reactions and rashes at bay. The dyes used are also eco-friendly. Organic fabric absorbs sweat, without the effusions of any foul odour and is super soft. But the biggest benefit is to the eco-system, as it doesn’t pollute the environment and also provides sustainable work for farmers.
Here are some companies that provide organic fitness gear, in India.
1. Do U Speak Green
This online organic textile store creates fashionable organic clothing at pocket-friendly prices, which not only benefits the buyers but also the farmers and manufacturers. You can choose from their wide range of shirts, sweatshirts, pants, dresses and yoga wear which is available at affordable rates and will be delivered at your doorstep.
For more information, check out their website here.
2. Satva Living
This US-based organic clothing online store sources its products from India, which are made from organic cotton and the finest quality of coconut oil (yes!) to give you toxic-free fitness gear. From fancy fitness tops and pants to bras and shorts, there’s a lot to choose from. The aim of this brand is to protect and improve the lives of marginal farmers in India and to give back to the local communities.
For more information, click here.
3. Kayansh
An online store that’s yet to launch, Kayansh will sell premium organic fitness apparel, which promise extra comfort along with budget-friendly prices. All their products are made in India, with the aim to provide fitness enthusiasts with trendy and eco-friendly apparel. Their active wear is manufactured at a GOTS (global organic textile standard)-certified international standard and they do not use nylon, polyester or synthetic fibre.
To know about them check their website here.
