How to Care for Performance Fabrics

Keep Your Activewear Looking New, Longer

Your activewear works hard — from early-morning workouts to weekend errands. Performance fabrics are built to stretch, breathe, and wick moisture, but they need the right care to stay that way. Here’s how to wash and care for activewear so it lasts longer and performs like new.

🧺 Wash in Cold Water

Hot water can weaken fibers and fade colors. Always wash your performance wear in cold water on a gentle cycle. It helps maintain elasticity, shape, and moisture-wicking power — the key features that make activewear so comfortable.

Pro tip: Wash similar fabrics together. Avoid mixing towels, denim, or rough fabrics with your workout gear to prevent friction and pilling.

🚫 Skip Fabric Softeners and Harsh Detergents

Fabric softeners may sound like a good idea, but they actually clog technical fibers. This can reduce breathability and trap odors over time.

Use a mild detergent that’s free from softeners, bleach, and heavy fragrances.

🌀 Turn Inside Out Before Washing

Turning your garments inside out protects the exterior and allows sweat, oil, and bacteria to rinse away more easily. This small step helps prevent fading, snags, and pilling.

☀️ Air Dry for Best Results

The dryer’s high heat can damage stretch fibers like spandex or elastane. To keep your activewear’s fit and feel, lay flat or hang to air dry.
If you must use a dryer, choose a low- or no-heat setting.

🧴 Don’t Let Sweat Sit Too Long

Leaving damp clothes in your gym bag is one of the fastest ways to trap odor and bacteria. Try to wash your workout clothes soon after wearing, or at least hang them to air out until you can do laundry.

🌿 Wash Less, Wear More

Believe it or not, performance fabrics don’t always need to be washed after every light wear. Over-washing can break down fibers faster. For quick refreshes, rinse in cold water or spot clean instead of doing a full wash.

🧘 Store Activewear Properly

Make sure your gear is completely dry before folding or hanging. Store in a cool, dry place — not in tight drawers or sealed plastic bags — to prevent mildew or trapped moisture.

Caring for your performance fabrics is simple but makes a huge difference. With the right routine, your activewear will stay soft, flexible, and fresh — ready for every workout, every day.

At JDM Active, we design premium performance wear that’s built to move with you and last through every challenge. Treat your gear right, and it’ll keep up with your lifestyle for years to come.