Trend of the week: Sport luxe

Do like the Danes and prepare to snuggle in style, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Inspiration

New year, new you. Why not resolve to go the extra mile in choosing those kit bag essentials? Making a high impact needn't extend to your budget. High street and high end peacefully coexist when it comes to fitness fashion.

The key to getting on your game is finding the balance between style and substance. Lightweight fleece and stretch-jersey tops, moisture-wicking leggings and warm beanies all win big especially when paired with pops of colour, digital prints, and eyecatching design detail.

Style hacks

Great outdoors

Hillwalkers, runners, and cyclists – be sure to look for thermo-regulated seam-free tops and pants that stretch and breathe with you for distraction-free training.

Pilates & bikram

A drawstring waistband helps keep leggings in place when doing 100s or Downward

Dog. Tip? Mesh panels help feet from sliding during tree pose.

Zumba & ballet barre

Make sure your sports bra matches your impact level for maximum performance: low

for en pointe practice; high for big beat dancing.

Cardio crusdher

Look to a fitness shoe like Adidas Originals 'ZX Flux ADV Virtue'; mesh sneakers that

are streamlined with a sock-like fit and panelled with spongy neoprene. Lightweight

and breathable too, this pair boasts internal padding and fitted with an easy-to-wear

pull-on tab.