How do you like an instructor to dress for a video workout? - Page 4

nora · 03-17-15, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by yaya

As mentioned, super low rise pants. Rob Glick had an old workout where all his background exercisers were wearing super, super low rise pants. He said "Look at my girls...aren't they pretty?" And I was thinking "not in the least! Yuk!!"

i know exactly which workout you're referencing and i totally agree. Jillian Michaels does this too. It looks stupid and it's distracting in a bad way.

marya · 03-17-15, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by slinks

l do own a few Gilad workouts, he wears bike pants and looks good, l don't think many men can pull it off..

Gilad would look good even in a paper bag!

Attire doesn't bother me unless the colors scream or form is obscured. I used to do belly dance workouts, and often an instructor's costumes made it impossible to see her movements. This isn't usually the case with other types of workouts--and it may be one reason why I've never minded Ana Brett's minimalism.

JackieB · 03-17-15, 10:52 PM

I like classic looks that aren't going to get outdated quickly. I also am a modest one; keep it covered up.

I like how Jessica Smith, Cathe, and Miranda and Sahra dress. Simple and classy; not trendy.

Pie · 03-18-15, 08:06 AM

Clothing choices typically don't bother me. It's actually the opposite. If an instructor is wearing short shorts and bra top with an amazing body, I find it motivating.......

cherimac · 03-18-15, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by txhsmom

In a word - modestly! I don't want to worry about someone's wardrobe malfunctions during a workout.

Carol

This.

I like what Jessica Smith wears too. I also tend to like the outfits I see on Ellen Barrett and barre3 instructors.

laurajhawk · 03-18-15, 08:17 AM

Isn't it the Barre3 DVDs where they wear semi-sheer black leggings under shorts? They aren't very sheer so it's easy to ignore, but that's a weird stagey look, to me.

Nonetheless, count me in the group that isn't bothered by much, clothing-wise. Of course I like to be able to SEE the exercisers - not like the original Pure Barre with black pants against a black background. And I have a fondness for the occasional shirtless guy (yeah Ultimate Yogi ... you need SOMETHING to look at on Day 101!). I'm not crazy about low low pants, and I wish Ana Brett would just go ahead and wear a bra, but I get over these things in approx. Minute 2 of the workout.

cherimac · 03-18-15, 08:33 AM

Laura-yeah, in some of the 28 to Great DVDs the barre3 people are dressed like that. I do streaming so am thinking of more recent releases with that. They wear capris or leggings and longer tanks by Lululemon, Nike, Beyond Yoga, etc.

Carb8985 · 03-18-15, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Pie

Clothing choices typically don't bother me. It's actually the opposite. If an instructor is wearing short shorts and bra top with an amazing body, I find it motivating.......

Me too! I find Sylwia's outfits (Tonique), which are somewhat revealing, to be awesome. Super fashionable, creative, cutting-edge type workout gear. I also heard a rumor that Sylwia is designing her own workout wear for us.

Sue B · 03-18-15, 09:16 AM

About the only wardrobe thing that annoys me is black pants or leggings which make it hard to see which leg they're on when they're turned to the side.

I lived through the butt-floss era - Cathe, Christi, everyone wore them - so skimpy clothing doesn't annoy me that much

NorthernStar · 03-18-15, 09:22 AM

I forgot about Tracy Anderson! The shape of her capris look fine, but I hate when she wears the ones that say "I (heart) Tracy"

There's just no reason to wear your own name on your pants.

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03-17-15, 10:52 PM
JackieB VF Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Minnesota	I like classic looks that aren't going to get outdated quickly. I also am a modest one; keep it covered up. I like how Jessica Smith, Cathe, and Miranda and Sahra dress. Simple and classy; not trendy. __________________ Jackie Certified Essentrics Instructor, Level 4---February 2017 Yoga Tune Up Roll Model Method Practitioner---December 2021 "Movement is a privilege. You don't have to exercise. You get to exercise. Visit a person whose mobility is severely limited, and you'll appreciate the distinction. Do what you can, count yourself lucky, heal yourself in the process." Essentrics Colorado

03-18-15, 08:06 AM
Pie VF Supporter Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Illinois	Clothing choices typically don't bother me. It's actually the opposite. If an instructor is wearing short shorts and bra top with an amazing body, I find it motivating....... __________________ Pie CLX, Insanity, P90X, STS, RKS, Tapout, 21DF and 21DFX grad...... _______________________________________ Do. Or, do not. There is no try...... - Yoda Results are not made in the Comfort Zone........ - Mike Karpenko

03-18-15, 08:17 AM
laurajhawk Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado	Isn't it the Barre3 DVDs where they wear semi-sheer black leggings under shorts? They aren't very sheer so it's easy to ignore, but that's a weird stagey look, to me. Nonetheless, count me in the group that isn't bothered by much, clothing-wise. Of course I like to be able to SEE the exercisers - not like the original Pure Barre with black pants against a black background. And I have a fondness for the occasional shirtless guy (yeah Ultimate Yogi ... you need SOMETHING to look at on Day 101!). I'm not crazy about low low pants, and I wish Ana Brett would just go ahead and wear a bra, but I get over these things in approx. Minute 2 of the workout. __________________ - Laura "Don't say 'I can't' ... say 'I presently suck at this thing.'" - Matt Meese, BYU Divine Comedy

03-18-15, 08:33 AM
cherimac Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Georgia	Laura-yeah, in some of the 28 to Great DVDs the barre3 people are dressed like that. I do streaming so am thinking of more recent releases with that. They wear capris or leggings and longer tanks by Lululemon, Nike, Beyond Yoga, etc. __________________ Cheri

03-18-15, 09:16 AM
Sue B VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Maryland	About the only wardrobe thing that annoys me is black pants or leggings which make it hard to see which leg they're on when they're turned to the side. I lived through the butt-floss era - Cathe, Christi, everyone wore them - so skimpy clothing doesn't annoy me that much __________________ Move your body often, sometimes hard. Every bit counts. Drop Two Sizes, Fit Body Blueprint, STRONG Eat. Lift. Thrive. and Revamp grad DISCLOSURE: I have a professional relationship with a seller or producer of fitness videos or products. For details, please see my profile.

03-18-15, 09:22 AM
NorthernStar Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ontario, Canada	I forgot about Tracy Anderson! The shape of her capris look fine, but I hate when she wears the ones that say "I (heart) Tracy" There's just no reason to wear your own name on your pants.