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Katie Mortram

5 reasons you should always wash sportswear separately

An open gym bag on the floor showing towels, clothes and dumbbells, while someone ties up sneakers

Coming home from a hard session at the gym is a rewarding feeling. Endorphins are racing and you’ve earned some well-deserved R&R. But something we all must face on reaching home is the dreaded smelly gym gear. Naturally, as tired as we are, it’s all too tempting to throw it into the hamper with the rest of the laundry and be done with it. But, this is a habit you should avoid at all costs, even if you have one of the best washing machines. 

After working out for any number of hours, sweaty sportswear is a natural side-effect and something that needs dealing with quickly. But while it might be convenient, this shouldn’t be washed with your regular load. From excessive wear to an ineffective wash, there are several reasons for giving your sportswear a dedicated cycle. Here, we break down why your sportswear needs to be separated from your regular load as well as the best care tips to help it last.

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