Here at Healthy Living, we're pretty particular about our workout gear.


We're always looking for stylish gym wear[1] that doesn't compromise function. We're big on support[2] and comfort[3] , but we also want outfits we're excited to put on to help motivate us to get sweatin'.


Which is why we are continuously baffled by the unfortunate choices made in the world of fitness fashion. Could anyone actually work out in these?!




Wonder what happens to the double-sided tape when she starts to sweat...

push up tube top


Doesn't bridal bootcamp usually happen before the wedding?

bridal bootcamp


Jeans provide maximum comfort, flexibility and stretch.

jeans


Oh, thank goodness. Lip gloss is definitely what was missing here.

lip gloss


This season's golf shoes are so on trend.

golf


She's hot then she's cold...[4]

sleeves


A real runner's actual nightmare.

slippers


Royal Nanny tryouts are no joke.

team in training


On Wednesdays, we wear pink.

pink pants


So please, choose your workout wear wisely. Unless of course you're this guy:

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Then you can do whatever you want.



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  • OK Go, 'Here It Goes Again'


    Interval workouts, sure. But <em>dance</em> workouts on the treadmill? Please, don't try this one at home!

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTAAsCNK7RA" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>




  • Madonna, 'Hung Up'


    Madge's arms usually get all the attention, but, hello, thighs! There aren't many people who would look this good in this tiny leotard -- and did we mention she's in her late 40s in this video! Also: Parkour!

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDwb9jOVRtU" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>




  • Right Said Fred, 'I'm Too Sexy'


    We're not convinced that mesh shirts were ever really considered "sexy," or that this song has ever been taken seriously. But check out that <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/08/fix-your-form-pushup_n_1500458.html" target="_hplink">pushup form</a> right after the two-minute mark!




  • Olivia Newton John, 'Physical'


    We can totally relate to this fantasy -- who hasn't imagined a few minutes at the gym resulting in a total hot-body transformation? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/01/health-miracles-tweets_n_1310536.html" target="_hplink">#HealthMiracle</a>!

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWz9VN40nCA" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>




  • Kanye West, 'The New Workout Plan'


    Not that Kanye is ever anything <em>but</em> outrageous, this gem not only spoofs a whole bunch of the gym personalities we've actually seen, it also pokes fun at all those trendy fitness DVDs and gadgets (hello, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/17/skecher-shape-ups_n_1524714.html" target="_hplink">Skecher Shape Ups</a>) that don't deliver on their outlandish, lose-weight-fast promises.

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ua61XY84gGg" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>




  • LMFAO, 'Sexy And I Know It'


    Okay, so, Redfoo isn't about to win any bodybuilding competitions. But hey, he works out and he's proud of that scrawny body! We could probably all use a little more of his attitude, come to think of it. Maybe just leave the Speedo at home...

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyx6JDQCslE&has_verified=1" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>




  • Eric Prydz, 'Call On Me'


    There are a whole lot of moves demonstrated here -- and not a single one that we've ever seen in a real aerobics class...

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-RJE6e5kSY&has_verified=1" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>




  • David Banner, 'Play'


    We're all for an encouraging workout buddy, but there's something slightly terrifying about David Banner's whispering. Do what he says and nobody gets hurt.

    <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qld7WvHa5kc" target="_hplink">Watch the full video here.</a>