Heating Up: DIFFERENT TYPES OF GYM WORKOUT TANK TOPS

Tank tops are not just practical, but they exude an ‘effortlessly active’ persona about them. Some people love to show off their hard work from the gym (hello biceps), while others just like to stay cool (very practical). Whether you’re working out or chilling out, tank tops keep you cool when it’s heating up.

Let’s have a look at some of the different types of activewear tank tops that are likely to capture that ‘effortlessly cool’ style for you.

Best Gym Workout Tank Tops:

 Even though tank tops for men began their life as swimsuits in 1912, men’s activewear tops have been more recently documented in iconic movie moments. More recently, “White House Down” star Channing Tatum has been the poster child for tank tops for men in the 21st century. Here is our guide to the different variations of men’s workout activewear tank tops.

Athletic Tank Tops

Work up a sweat and look good doing it. Athletic tank tops for men are elongated and have a tapered fit so that you can show off your physique. Even on rest days, make your mark with an athletic tank top. Perfect for recovery or going to and from the gym, turn to an athletic tank top to show off all the right places.

TEAMM8’s Advantage Mesh Tank is a great men’s athletic tank top that gives you just the right amount of sheer, while giving you full performance support. To give your best Wolverine look, wear a classic, tighter white tank top.

Muscle Tank Tops

Whether it’s a summer festival or a rooftop bar, muscle tanks are the basics that are summer ready. A muscle tank is an effortlessly cool, activewear style of tank top that keeps you cool while you look good. Pair back with denim or underneath a denim jacket and you’re good to go. Wear as is to fit in at a Miami Beachwalk, or wear underneath a button down to give more Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo and Juliet.

Our TEAMM8 Muscle Tanks in Navy, Grey Marle and White are this summer’s best basics that you can easily mix and match with any of our bottoms.

Mesh Tank Tops

Reach for mesh tank tops to give you a bit more ventilation. Mesh can be made from a sweat-wicking fabric that keeps you cool while you bring the heat.              

Benefits of Wearing A Tank Top to put you in a summer state of mind

 We know the classic ‘sun’s out, guns out’ mantra is a bit over used. Instead, focus on how tank tops can put you in summer state of mind. When you’re ready to come out of hibernation and start working out again, activewear tank tops can help elevate your performance or provide much-needed breeziness on a humid day.

 Maybe you’re headed to the beach, a bar – or a beach bar. Enter the ‘casual’ tank top. You can wear an activewear tank top as it comes or add it as a layer under an open shirt. Activewear tank tops can be paired with your favourite summer shorts or with ripped jeans at a summery picnic or vinos on a rooftop.

Range Of Motion

Maybe you want a tank top that can do both? In fact, most tank tops for men can! Most of the tanks that we just mentioned can pull off double duty. Wear them to work out, then to meet up with friends afterwards. Tanks tops are great because you’re sleeve free, feeling top notch and ready for whatever the world throws at you. Low cut sides help you get maximum range of motion.

Temperature Control

Picture this: You’re in beast mode, trying to close your activity rings. Trade sleeves for a cool breezy tank top. Look for performance fabrics that have quick dry stretch fabric, so you stay fresh for longer. 

Level up your confidence

Ever get a glimpse of your own biceps after working hard? Or perhaps, your latest mirror selfie of your arms generated a lot of engagement on your Instagram story? Activewear tank tops enhance your confidence and gym motivation. It’s time to level up and bring back joy to your sweaty sesh.

Improve your posture

Did you know that tank tops can improve a man’s posture?

Supportive tank tops can tighten your muscles, support your spine, and help you stand upright! The more you know.

Guide to choosing the right workout tank top for men

Consider the constriction level and tank top size

Chose the best tank top size for you and what you feel comfortable in. You can go a bit tighter like Wolverine, or a looser fit like Chase Crawford. As long as it doesn’t restrict your movement, then chose the size you prefer.

 Quality of the material used

Durability matters. A quality tank top can last throughout the seasons, and you save more money by not having to replace clothes all the time. 

 Price

Cheaper items can be made from sub-par materials and poor workmanship. Look for affordable products that last longer over time.

 Brand reputation

Look for brands that have a reputation for quality but are as stylish as they come.

Find your movie star moment

Nowadays, it’s not just the fitness fanatics that are a fan of tank tops. With the rise of athleisure, activewear tank tops are becoming this summer’s hottest wardrobe staple. Tank tops for men aren’t just for working up a sweat, but a modern basic. Explore our full edit of our tank tops for men to find the perfect top that suits your style (and shows off your arms!).