How to Select a Fitness Wear Subscription

With so much of our time and attention devoted to work, kids, friends, and other responsibilities, it can be hard to make room for exercise. A fitness wear subscription makes it easier to keep up with healthy habits, and can also be a great gift for someone who is looking to kickstart their workout routine.

From activewear-focused apparel and accessories to supplements, snacks, and gym equipment, there is a subscription box for just about everyone. And, with the help of tech, trend-watching, and direct-to-customer business models, it has never been easier to find a subscription service that meets your specific needs.

Many fitness subscription services offer a “take a quiz” type of assessment to help them understand your style, activity level, and size. Then, they will send you a monthly shipment of activewear that should be a perfect fit. The best ones also take the time to review the feedback they receive from their customers to continuously refine their offering and better serve their members.

Some fitness subscriptions will provide you with full outfits (think leggings, a tank top, and a pair of sneakers) while others focus more on individual pieces. Regardless of your preferences, you should always select a service that takes the quality and durability of their clothing seriously. They should be able to back their claims with proof of test washing and material testing, or at the very least, provide a link to those results.

Another important consideration when selecting a fitness subscription service is the company’s policies on returns and exchanges. Look for a company that offers flexible returns within 90 days of purchase if you don’t like what you receive or they haven’t met your expectations. Some companies, like Fabletics, even let you return the clothes to their Happy Return Bars at over 70 locations nationwide or print a prepaid shipping label to ship them back to the warehouse for free.

While a fitness subscription service can be a great tool to help you stay motivated in the gym or studio, some people may need an extra boost to get up and moving on the weekends. That’s why there are a growing number of fitness wear subscriptions that feature a little something extra to keep you motivated outside the gym.

For example, The Lift Box is a monthly subscription that includes a tank or t-shirt (your choice), supplemental items such as protein shakers and lifting straps, a healthy snack, and more. This veteran-owned and operated fitness subscription box also features a discount for military and first responders.