Ah, the gym hoodie! It’s the garment that’s worn to your workout before you’re dripping sweat and leaves with you after you’re swimming in a pool of endorphins. You must be thinking: “A hoodie? To the gym? I’m looking to peel off layers, not add layers during my sweat sesh!”

Here we present a few reasons in no particular order as to why you need a gym hoodie: 1: Look cute while entering and leaving the gym! 2: Hide sweat when you’re leaving the gym. 3: It can be chilly while entering and leaving the gym to and from your mode of transportation. The gym hoodie keeps you warm even if your gym session keeps you hot! 4: Before you workout, a gym hoodie can regulate your temperature. 5: Some people say increasing your sweat can burn more calories... hence the gym hoodie!

We totally get why gym hoodies can seem pointless. You may cast judgement on people who wear hoodies while they workout — but different strokes for different folks, right? Besides, we’re not just about that hoodie life, we also love pullovers, zip-ups and other cozy basic sweaters that are gym friendly. When you’re leaving the house, do you really want to get bundled up completely? A hoodie is easy to throw on and off to and from the gym or your workout studio.

Okay, if we’ve convinced you by now to wear a gym hoodie or pullover hoodie, keep reading for some of our absolute faves that you can shop right here, right now, at Back2Basics.

Our Best Sellers (For a Reason) Gym Hoodies

We’re big fans of the workout hoodie: It’s like a workout buddy that doesn’t disrupt you from getting your reps in. Pair it with a sports bra, tank top, and leggings, and you’re good to go! Women’s workout hoodies don’t always have an actual hoodie: they can also come as pullovers or half zip sweaters. Cropped hoodies have been trending on the fitness scene and we’re also into crewneck sweatshirts. Whatever you call them or whatever their defining feature/functionality is, these activewear pieces can be worn in and out of the gym.

Without further ado, here are our faves right up ahead. Don’t miss ‘em!

1: Running Bare Crew Sweatshirt

Shop Running Bare Sweatshirt Here

Why We Love It:

This oversized hoodie is a fleece hoodie and logo hoodie that sports the Running Bare name front and center. In Casablanca purple and white, it's perfect for throwing on pre and post workout. Your sportswear and lounging apparel just got 100 times more cozy!

2: Running Bare Zip Crop Hoodie

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Why We Love It:

Cropped hoodies gives you room to breathe when you're in sweat mode! Easily zip it off and on when you're working out. Throw it to the side when you're really in beast mode and unleash your inner vigor. This sueded fleece hoodie is lightweight and ready for summer sweat season. Pop the hoodie when you're leaving your workout to be a little more discreet. 

3: Beyond Yoga Spacedye Hoodie

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Why We Love It:

It's like Beyond Yoga designs their sportswear from teeny tiny fluffy animals — because their apparel is SO soft. But they're also eco-friendly, which means no animals were harmed in the making of their garments. This lightweight hoodie is a winner in our eyes for several reasons: It has thumbholes at the cuffs​ (ultimate warmth!), flattering shape, and breathable. Runners and HIIT enthusiasts will love this pick.

Looking for more gym hoodies and activewear? Back2basics has you covered! Shop our apparel for everyday-wear and working out.