The Avurer Journal
Performance research, design philosophy, and the stories behind our craft.
How to Transition Your Activewear from Summer to Fall
The shift from summer to fall is the most awkward season for activewear. Mornings are cold enough for layers, but afternoons still carry enough warmth to make t...
How to Remove Pilling from Leggings (And Prevent It)
You pull your favorite leggings out of the drawer and notice it -- those tiny, fuzzy balls clustered along the inner thighs, around the waistband, and scattered...
Best Leggings with Pockets for Women Who Hate Carrying a Phone
Pockets in leggings should not be a luxury feature in 2026. You need somewhere to put your phone during a run. Your keys need a home during a gym session. Your...
Activewear That Doesn't Smell: Odor-Resistant Gym Clothes Guide
You wash your workout clothes after every session. You use the right detergent. You air dry them properly. And somehow, the moment you put them on and start war...
How to Pick the Right Sports Bra Size (Complete Fitting Guide)
An estimated 80% of women wear the wrong bra size. For sports bras -- where support is the entire point -- wearing the wrong size is not just uncomfortable. It...
Best Workout Clothes for Postpartum Recovery
Returning to exercise after having a baby is one of the most personal and variable experiences in fitness. Your body has been through something extraordinary, y...
Lululemon Align Dupes: 7 Affordable Alternatives That Feel the Same
The Lululemon Align is the legging that started a religion. The proprietary Nulu fabric -- 81% nylon, 19% Lycra -- feels so impossibly soft that people in Lulul...
How to Style Bike Shorts in 2026 (Gym to Street)
Bike shorts had their first cultural moment in the late 1980s when Princess Diana famously paired them with oversized crewneck sweatshirts, baseball caps, and c...
Best Activewear for Plus-Size Women: Inclusive Brands That Deliver
Finding quality activewear when you wear a size 14 and above should not feel like a treasure hunt. But for too many women, it still does. Brands that promise in...