Kuidas valida termilisi aluspesu jalgpalli jaoks: materjal, sobivus ja täiendavad kiibid

Sportmaster PRO ekspert

“Football as a sport is not very demanding for a beginner in terms of equipment. In most cases for training is enough to have sneakers or sneakers, and clothing at first does not play a role. But what if you want to play not only in warm weather, but also in winter? This is where thermal underwear comes to the rescue. How to choose it?”

Why does a soccer player need thermal underwear?

Before we start choosing, it is important to understand what task thermal underwear performs in general to ensure the comfort of training. Based on the name, it is obvious that one of the main functions of the underwear is to keep the body warm. However, if everything was limited to this, it would be possible to run on the field in any warming suit. But it is definitely not worth it. Let’s look at the nuances.

Longsleeve compression and thermal shorts Kappa Vurbat (all-season, with an emphasis on moisture wicking) / OZON

In fact, thermal underwear should not only retain the heat generated by the athlete’s body during high exertion, but also dissipate moisture. In the cold it is especially important, because, evaporating from the skin, sweat cools the body, which is fraught with hypothermia. Thanks to thermal underwear the skin stays dry and does not freeze. And together with moisture is removed and excess heat, so that the soccer player was not too hot and he could feel comfortable even during increased physical exertion.

In addition, one of the important features of sports thermal underwear (as opposed to conventional clothing) – the presence of compression effect. Sometimes it is directly stated by the manufacturer on the label. Sometimes it is achieved simply due to the special composition of the fabric. Either way, additional compression and a tight fit to the body improve blood circulation and oxygen supply to the muscles.

PUMA Liga Baselayer compression longsleeve (all-season, with emphasis on moisture wicking) / Sportmaster

What to pay attention to when choosing?

1. Material and density

First of all, you should pay attention to the composition of the fabric. If we take soccer thermal underwear for cool weather, it is better to choose synthetic materials. They are lighter than natural ones, better cope with moisture drainage and dry faster, and also retain heat well. As a rule, manufacturers give preference to polypropylene and/or polyester with the addition of elastane. The more elastane, the better the fit and compression effect.

Demix Compression Longsleeve and Tights (for moderately low temperatures)

If it ‘s cold outside, the fabric may contain acrylic and even a small percentage of natural fibers. Most often – merino or regular wool.

In addition, winter thermal underwear should be significantly denser than autumn-spring and summer thermal underwear: about 250-300 g/m² versus 50-100 g/m². But here it is important to take into account the individual characteristics of the body (how resistant to cold), as well as the position of the player. A goalkeeper who moves around the pitch much less needs warmer underwear.

Men’s thermal underwear Volkl (for cold, frosty weather) / Sportmaster

2. Size and fit

Here everything is simple: we need a variant tightly fitting to the body. This is the only way to get the most effective moisture wicking and heat retention from thermal underwear. This is especially true for products with a compression effect.

It is important that the pants and sweatshirt were clearly matched in size. If they turn out to be small, the fabric will stiffen movements and cause discomfort. Too tight clothing can also negatively affect blood circulation, which is fraught with rapid fatigue and muscle pain after the game.

Buying thermal underwear for soccer, it must be tried on: look at the fit, move around, assess the comfort and fit. For the warmer seasons are suitable sets of bikes and T-shirt, for cold – from tights and long-sleeved sweatshirt.

3. Additional tricks

In addition to size and fit, it is important to pay attention to the seams. Ideal models of sports thermal underwear (and underwear) should either be seamless or have flat seams. So the product will not press on the skin or rub, and the fabric can maximize the tightest fit to the body.

In addition, it is worth giving preference to models with antibacterial impregnation. Thermal underwear is the base layer that comes in contact with the skin and absorbs sweat. It is important to prevent the appearance of microorganisms in it. Bacteria can be a source of irritation, allergies and rashes, as well as the odor of sweat. So antibacterial properties of the material or impregnation will come in handy. Especially when it comes to intensive training.