Back-to-school sportswear

Textile technique or cotton for sport

A technical polyester sports t-shirt behaves differently from a cotton t-shirt. Cotton absorbs sweat and holds onto it, becoming heavy and cold as soon as you stop moving, which is uncomfortable at the end of a winter PE lesson. Technical polyester fabrics, like those in Hummel Blaze Pro t-shirts and shorts or the adidas Tech Apparel Climacool range, wick moisture away to the outside where it evaporates, and dry within a few hours after washing.

These outfits come in men's, women's, and children's sizes, allowing you to dress an entire team or a whole family in the same range. For clubs, the benefit of teamwear ranges like those from Hummel is that you can restock from one season to the next without changing models.

Bras: choosing the right support

A sports bra is chosen based on the intensity of the activity. Models with light support, like the adidas Hyperglam, are suitable for yoga, pilates, walking, and gentle strength training. Medium support covers fitness, cycling, and team sports, while strong support is essential for running, jumping, and sports with repeated impacts.

The size should be checked around the underbust, which provides the essential support, followed by the cup size. A well-chosen bra won’t ride up when raising your arms and shouldn't leave any space under the straps. Maternity models, like the adidas Optime, adjust this support to accommodate body changes during pregnancy.

Jackets, socks and accessories

For outdoor training in the autumn, a water-repellent jacket protects from showers without overheating. The Under Armour Velociti Storm features the brand's Storm treatment, which causes water to bead on the fabric, and the adidas Tech Apparel windbreaker shields you from the wind during runs. Technical socks from Hummel, either low or high, reinforced at the heel and toes, reduce blisters during repeated sessions.

Sports bags, smartwatches for tracking training sessions, and resistance bands for home strength training complete the back-to-school gear.

The rest of the back-to-school selection

The back-to-school selection continues with the lifestyle junior range for kids' rain jackets and shoes, everyday shoes, and backpacks for school. The training equipment outfits clubs and coaches, and the customisable textiles allow for team branding. The full operation is on the Back To School page.

Frequently asked questions

Why avoid cotton for PE lessons?

Cotton absorbs sweat and holds onto it: it becomes heavy and cold as soon as you stop moving. Technical polyester fabrics, like those in Hummel Blaze Pro or the adidas Climacool range, wick moisture and dry quickly.

What level of bra support for which sport?

Light support is sufficient for yoga or walking, medium support for fitness and cycling, and strong support for running, team sports, and jumping. The stronger the impact, the more the bra needs to limit movement.

How to choose the size of a sports bra?

Measure under the bust and around the bust, then refer to the manufacturer's guide. The bra should fit without restricting breathing, and the band shouldn’t ride up when you raise your arms.

What socks to wear for sport?

Technical socks, reinforced under the foot and at the heel, reduce blisters and wick moisture better than cotton. Choose a suitable height: low for running, high for football and indoor sports.

What size sports clothing for a teenager?

Refer to the height in centimetres indicated on the brand's guide rather than the age. A technical t-shirt should fit closely, but a tracksuit can be a bit looser to last through the whole school year.