Thermal leggings: characteristics, rules of wearing and selection

Leggings are a fairly versatile piece of clothing and come in a wide variety of fabrics. A separate group includes models that have a heat-saving or cooling effect - thermo leggings.

Thermal leggings - ideal solution for cool climates. They are made of heat-retaining, hydrophobic fabric.

Thermollegins are available in different designs and materials. This type of leggings can be attributed to thermal underwear, and it can be heat-saving, moisture-wicking and hybrid.

• Heat-saving can warm in frost even down to -60 ° C.
• Moisture-wicking is made of synthetics, dries quickly and is suitable for those who actively move around and play sports.
• The hybrid combines both qualities, which is why its price is higher.

There are such types as: extra-light, light, warm and extra-warm thermal underwear.

The following materials are used:

• cotton;
• sheep wool, in particular long-staple merino wool;
• camel's wool;
• polypropylene;
• polyester;
• elastane;
• lycra.

Cotton is the most commonly used fabric. Such models are pleasant to the body, breathe well, and have a variety of colors. They are widely available in stores (for example, Calzedonia) and are distinguished by affordable prices.

Models from wool of merino sheep very soft, thornless.

A clear plus of such wool - hypoallergenic.

Thermal leggings camel wool have a unique prophylactic and therapeutic effect, prevent inflammation in the organs of the small pelvis and lumbar spine. And as a bonus, they can even reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Look original models "under the skin", for example, from Tezenis. The polyurethane coating in several color variations imparts a sophisticated leather sheen.

Often models complemented by decorative pockets, stitching, zippers... High-tech sports models with climate control maintain a body temperature of about 37 ° C. If the body begins to sweat during training, a cooling effect is triggered, and during the moments of rest, the heating is turned on.

Make sure that the leggings do not slide out and do not press, restricting movement.

For daily use, it is better to buy medium-density thermal underwear with little moisture management. For active walks in the frosty air, thermal leggings made of mixed fabrics, for example, with a fleecy underside of wool or fur, are suitable. For hiking and high-intensity workouts, purchase synthetic sweat-wicking underwear.

Different sports dictate the nuances of selection, for example, for figure skating, there are dense thermal leggings containing elastane. They are complemented by an extended ankle cuff and fit securely under the skate boot.

Also present Sewn-in anatomical support insert. The elastic is made with the ability to adjust the waist.

Women's leggings can emphasize both the advantages of the figure and the disadvantages. In order not to complex, feel free to wear them with elongated tunics and sweaters... Thermal underwear should be ventilated outdoors after training. Wash it by hand or in a washing machine on a delicate cycle at temperatures up to 30 ° C, otherwise it will lose its properties.

These simple requirements will allow thermo leggings to last as long as possible.

Below is a video review of camel wool thermal leggings.