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Pilates Pants - How To Choose the Right Pilates Pants for You

Clothing manufacturers are riding the wave of popularity Pilates has amassed recently. From a wide range of materials and lengths to a kaleidoscope of prints and block colors, there's no shortage of Pilates pants from which to choose. In fact, with so many options, finding your perfect Pilates pants can simply be confusing. Key factors include material, length and style. After all, if you're going to be doing Standing Side Splits and Open Leg Rocker, you'll need a perfectly contoured fit that reflects your personality, too.

Pilates Pants Material
Breathable is one of the key adjectives to keep in mind when looking for Pilates pants. Such fabrics like organic cotton or bamboo keep you cool and comfortable. For your tough Pilates workouts when you're guaranteed to sweat, try a Supplex/Lycra blend that's not only stretchy, but also wicks away sweat from your skin.

Steer clear of parachute material or running warm ups that are slick. Slippery pants on Pilates equipment hinder your workout and could possible be dangerous. Think flexible and breathable with as few seams as possible.

Pilates Pants Length
Pilates pants come in all sorts of lengths from mid-thigh biking style shorts to longer pants and capris. Generally, slightly bootcut or straight-legged pants are the most figure friendly. The light flare of a bootcut pant can balance out womanly hips nicely. Wider cut pants may be a little more comfortable but watch for too much material. Pants that are too long or too generously cut can get caught in springs or reveal more than you would like to reveal.

Capris are a great choice for warmer climates and seasons. Because Capri pants can make petite ladies or ladies with shorter legs look even shorter or pear-shaped women look heavier, it's important to choose the right Capri length. Steer clear of pants that fall on the widest part of the calves. Go for either just above the knee or just below the calf and above the ankle. Capris should be tapered; anything longer than the thinnest part of the ankle can look unflattering. If you stick to form-fitting pants that aren't too wide, you'll look and feel amazing.

Pilates Pants Style
Black is the classic color in Pilates pants. It's flattering, matches almost anything and hides post-workout coffee spills. However, there are more creative options available. If you're just venturing into color, try a style that had a simple colorful fold-over waistband. Once you're ready to go more vibrant, check out the bold color statements of manufacturers like Margarita Activewear or Alo Activewear among others. Try out graphic patterns or flowers. Pilates pants can be your opportunity to let your creativity shine while you're busy doing Long Stretch and Elephant.

Short or long, bold and sassy or monochromatic and chic, there's a Pilates pant out there to suit you. ActivewearUSA.com has a great selection of Pilates pants that allow for the challenge and flexibility Pilates offers while maintaining your own personal style.

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