Care for What Moves With You.

Start With the Care Label

The care instructions sewn into or supplied with your product are the most important source of care information. Different fabrics, trims, prints, coatings, elastic fibers, and product constructions can require different treatment.

Understanding Common Activewear Fabrics

Chenersports products may use different materials depending on the style. The fabric composition shown on the individual product page or garment label is the best source for the material used in your item.

Before You Wash

A few simple steps before washing can help reduce unnecessary friction, stretching, color transfer, and damage to technical fabrics.

• Check the care label before every first wash.
• Empty pockets and remove detachable items where instructions allow.
• Close zippers, hooks, and fasteners to reduce snagging.
• Turn printed, brushed, or delicate activewear inside out where appropriate.
• Separate lights, darks, and strongly colored garments.
• Avoid washing delicate activewear with rough items such as towels, denim, or exposed hook-and-loop fasteners.
• Wash sweaty clothing reasonably soon rather than leaving it damp for long periods.

Washing Activewear

For many technical activewear pieces, a gentle wash can help protect stretch, shape, surface finish, prints, and elastic components. Always check the label first.

About bleach and fabric softener

Do not use chlorine bleach unless the care label specifically permits it. Fabric softener can affect the feel or moisture-management properties of some technical fabrics, so avoid it when the product label advises against it.

Drying & Heat

Drying method can have a significant effect on elastic fibers, bonded details, prints, and fabric shape.

• Follow the drying symbol and instructions on the care label.
• Air drying is often a gentle option for technical activewear where permitted.
• Avoid excessive dryer heat unless the label specifically allows the selected setting.
• Reshape garments gently after washing where necessary.
• Do not place wet activewear directly on a radiator or other high-heat surface.
• Keep brightly colored garments away from prolonged intense sunlight if fading is a concern.

Care by Activewear Type

Different activewear categories experience different types of stress during use and washing.

Odor, Sweat & Stain Care

Sweat, deodorant, body oils, cosmetics, dirt, and repeated training can leave odor or marks on activewear. Treat problems gently and as soon as practical.

For everyday odor

• Allow damp garments to air out rather than leaving them sealed in a gym bag.
• Wash according to the care label after use.
• Use the correct amount of suitable detergent.
• Make sure the garment dries completely before storage.

For stains

• Blot rather than aggressively rubbing fresh stains where possible.
• Use a stain treatment that is compatible with the fabric and care label.
• Test unfamiliar treatments on a hidden area first where practical.
• Avoid chlorine bleach or harsh solvents unless the care instructions specifically allow them.
• Do not apply high heat to a stain before it has been removed, as heat can set some stains.

Storage & Everyday Handling

Clean, fully dry products generally store better than damp or heavily soiled ones.

• Allow garments to dry completely before folding or storing.
• Avoid leaving damp activewear in closed gym bags for extended periods.
• Store away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and sharp objects.
• Do not place heavy objects on structured or padded garments for long periods.
• Keep hook-and-loop fasteners, sharp zippers, and rough surfaces away from delicate fabrics.
• Fold or hang according to the garment's structure and available space.

Fitness Equipment & Accessory Care

Fitness equipment and accessories require different care from apparel. Always follow any product-specific instructions supplied with the item.

How to Read Care Instructions

Care labels use instructions that describe how a product should be washed, bleached, dried, ironed, or professionally cleaned. The exact symbols can vary by market, so use the wording and symbols provided on your actual garment.

Fabric & Care FAQs

Common questions about washing, drying, pilling, odor, and everyday activewear care.

Care, Normal Wear & Warranty

Proper care can help protect the useful life of activewear, but normal wear and manufacturing defects are different issues.

See our Warranty for the full limited-warranty terms.

Not sure how to care for your item?

Send us the product name, order number if applicable, and a photograph of the care label or product. Our customer-service team can help you interpret the information available for that item.

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