NEW YORK, Jan 21 — If your New Year’s resolution is a healthier and fitter you in 2018 then investing in some new sportswear is always a good way to get started. With colour blocking a key trend for the new season, here we round up some of our favourite sets from the latest sportswear collections to give your gym kit a bold new look.

Sweaty Betty Homestraight Run Crop Top and Zero Gravity Run Leggings

Sweaty Betty’s new season collection features plenty of mix and match pieces so you can layer up depending on the weather. The Homestraight Run Crop Top and Zero Gravity Run Leggings are the perfect place to start for building a new sportswear wardrobe, with sculpting, supportive and quick drying Italian fabric that is suitable for most workouts and comes in classic black with on-trend bright orange panels.

I Am Feisty Sports Bra and Leggings by Bodyism

Part of its new I Am Super collection, Bodyism’s I Am Feisty sports bra and leggings will make you feel just that thanks to a hit of bold, bright red.

I Am Feisty Sports Bra and Leggings by Bodyism — Picture courtesy of Bodyism
I Am Feisty Sports Bra and Leggings by Bodyism — Picture courtesy of Bodyism

Cut from breathable stretch-jersey fabric, the leggings have mesh calf panels to keep you cool during a workout, while the high waistband and the sport bra’s neckline will keep you supported during high-intensity workouts. 

Olympic Panel Stretch Tank and Tread Paneled Stretch Leggings by Heroine Sport

Heroine Sport’s Olympic tank has been designed with a sculpting stretch-fabric and a built-in bra for ultimate support during your workout. The bright chartreuse panels means the tank can be paired perfectly with the brand’s matching Tread leggings, which have been designed in a four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric to ensure you stay cool and comfortable during your workout.

Alphaskin Sport Padded Bra and Alphaskin 360 Tights by adidas

adidas’ new Alphaskin range has been designed to wrap around and support the body but with full freedom of movement for every workout.

An adidas Alphaskin look — Picture courtesy of adidas
An adidas Alphaskin look — Picture courtesy of adidas

As well as providing easy motion, the high compression fabric also supports the muscles, with Climachill and UV protection keeping you cool and protected during warmer workouts. Mix and match the collection’s tops and bottoms in classic black and bold blue to build the perfect base to your new gym kit.

Cropped Mesh Sleeve Top and Pintuck Leggings by Ivy Park

Co-founded by Beyonce, Ivy Park is known for its simple colour palettes which show off daring cuts and bold logos.

In a deep red with contrasting black mesh sleeves, the new season’s Cropped Mesh Sleeve Top is one of the collection’s stand-out pieces and offers an even more striking look when paired with the Pintuck Leggings. — AFP-Relaxnews