I Wish I Knew
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying Activewear
(And why I’ll never shop the same way again)
We’ve all been there.
You walk into a store (or scroll late at night), fall in love with a set, and swipe your card without thinking much beyond, “Will this look good on me?”
I used to do it too — until I learned what’s really behind most activewear.
Here’s what I wish I knew sooner:
1. Most activewear is made from plastic.
Polyester. Nylon. Spandex. They sound fancy, but they’re all petroleum-based synthetics — the same source as plastic bottles.
When you wear them, you’re literally wrapping your skin in plastic.
2. Your skin absorbs what you put on it.
Your skin isn’t just a barrier — it’s a living organ.
When it’s wrapped in synthetics, it’s more likely to trap heat, cause irritation, and even absorb chemical residues left from production.
3. Microplastics don’t stop at the ocean.
Every wash of synthetic activewear sheds tiny plastic fibres. These end up in waterways, food, and yes — even inside our bodies.
The problem isn’t just environmental. It’s personal.
4. Fit isn’t the same as feel.
We’re taught to chase “support” through tight compression. But sometimes that means cutting off circulation, limiting movement, or making you feel restricted.
Support should feel effortless — not suffocating.
5. You can have both health and style.
I used to think natural fabrics couldn’t match the sleek look of synthetics. I was wrong.
When designed well, natural, breathable fabrics can be just as flattering — while actually being good for you.
The takeaway?
Once you know the truth, you can’t unknow it.
That’s why I created AHVA — so you don’t have to choose between looking good, feeling good, and doing good.
Because the best activewear isn’t just for movement. It moves with you — in every way that matters.
That’s why AHVA exists — natural, breathable, bamboo-based fabrics that move with you and care for your body.
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With breath,
Tanya
Founder, AHVA EveryWear