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Best Winter Workout Staples for Women

Best Winter Workout Staples for Women

Stay Warm, Stay Motivated

As the temperature drops, warm up with Muscle Nation winter workout clothes for women. We know waking up for those early AM workouts when the sun is still down is a challenge. Keep motivated in the cooler months with the right women’s workout winter pieces, perfect for layering and performance.

The Importance of Warming Up 

Warming up before your workout is very important, a good warm-up raises your body temperature and primes the muscle for performance. As your muscle temperature increases, oxygen becomes more available to your muscles, allowing them to contract and relax more easily. Substantial warm-ups help you perform more strenuous workouts with ease and reduce the risk of injury. Warm up efficiently with our favourite Muscle Nation winter layers below.

Choose the Perfect Layers for your Warm-ups

It’s hard to get going in the winter cold, so you need the right layers to keep you warm and at Muscle Nation we have you covered. Here are some of our favourite pieces which are ideal to keep on throughout your warm-up or throw on after workouts.

Dynamic Zip Through Jacket - This women’s jacket has got all the features you know and love to keep you warm this winter, including thumbholes, durable MN branded zipper, funnel neck and we’ve also added a detachable hood! The contouring side panels also accentuate your silhouette. This jacket is available in 3 on trend colours including Light Grey Marl, Cocoa and Black.

Classic Ribbed Long Sleeve Top - Crafted from our newest Muscle Nation ribbed fabric, our Classic Ribbed Long Sleeve Top is the ideal layering piece for your winter warm-ups. The fit is tapered and figure-enhancing while allowing movement and no restrictions with Nylon and Elastane fabric blend. 

Women's Weightless Windbreaker - This is the ultimate trans-seasonal layering jacket for the cooler months. Perfect to throw on before or after your training session. This windbreaker style jacket features a drawcord adjustable hood, front zippers into a pocket and comfortable encased elastic cuffs and waist hem.

Women’s Reversible Puffer Jacket- This brand new staple from the Below Zero collection keeps your warm to and from the gym. Featuring a waterproof exterior and thermal interior, you don’t have to stress about frosty, early morning workouts.  

Women’s Oversized Vintage Hoodie’s- To really rug up in the winter months, the Below Zero Oversized Vintage hoodies are a great choice to throw on and go. Perfect to wear to and from the gym, you can also choose from cropped jumpers to wear during workouts if the temperatures are hitting lower than usual. With soft, warm fleece inner and bright designs on the back and front, you can stand out and keep warm. 

Performance Pieces for Winter:

MN Everyday Cropped Long Sleeve Top - This is another long sleeve option, perfect for layering as the temperature starts to drop. This piece is mindfully made with our durable and soft recycled fabric and is a more fitted, compression style which is perfect to keep on throughout your workouts. Our MN Everyday Cropped Long Sleeve Top comes is a range of feminine pastel colours and pairs perfectly with our Signature Scrunch 7/8 Leggings or our Zero Rise Rib Ankle Length Leggings.

Signature Pocket Ankle Length Leggings - Crafted from our best-selling Signature Fabric with no scrunch bum feature, these ankle length leggings are timelines and designed with function, comfort and convenience in mind. Why do we love these leggings? They feature a large side leg pocket to secure your phone and other essentials during your workouts or when you’re on the go.

Sunlight Signature Scrunch Ankle Length Leggings - We also love the Sunlight Signature Scrunch Ankle Length Leggings that come in an array or bright colours to spice up those cold winter mornings. These leggings include a figuring-flattering scrunch bum, contrast side leg panels and our MN Classic high waistband for support.

Signature Scrunch ⅞ LeggingsDesigned for comfort, you can't go pass our signature scrunch ⅞ leggings this winter. With a range of patterns and colours to add a bit of brightness to them dreary winter days with colours like flamingo, sunny lime, and sonic blue. Designed with Muscle Nation’s signature scrunch materials and with a high waistband, you’ll be comfortable all winter long in the gym.

Before and After Gym/Winter Rest Day looks:

Unisex Puffer Vest - This is the ultimate winter staple, the perfect layering piece to see you through any active occasion. Notable features include a thermal interior and water resistant outer. For women this is an oversized fit making it ideal for rest days paired with MN tracksuit sets or leggings for the ultimate sport chic look.

The Women’s Lounge Range - Including the Lounge Crop, Lounge Cropped Hoodie, Women’s Lounge Jumper and Lounge Track Pants - With multiple pieces made from the cosiest fleece fabric, you’ll be sure to keep warm and comfortable on your rest days. Available in an array of pretty pastel hues and classic colours, either mix and match or pick the same colour set. The Lounge Trackpants are designed with comfort in mind with a thick, encased elastic waistband with drawcords and flattering panel seams down the front and back of the legs. Match these with either the Cropped Hoodie or Lounge Jumper with the Lounge Crop underneath.

Women’s Trackies- The Muscle Nation Below Zero collection brings you a new take on your classic lounging tracksuit. With a slouchy look, fleece inner, and vintage wash design, you’ll be lounging the day away in comfort. Coming in a range of colours you can pair them with any Muscle Nation hoodie or tee. 

Stay warm this winter with our Muscle Nation winter pieces. Layering options are endless with our range of women’s leggings, jumpers, tracksuit sets and full length leggings. Shop online today and create the best women’s winter workout wardrobe today.