The Best Gym Motivation: Stylish Workout Clothes -- See Our 11 Picks

By Andrea Cheng

Updated Jul 17, 2013 @ 5:19 pm

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Getting in shape (and staying in shape) means hard work and a whole lot of sweat. But we found the best motivational boost around—some stylish workout gear to accompany your warrior workout regimen. So, store those oversized tees and frumpy shorts—it's time to shift your style into high gear with mesh panels, cut-outs, leopard print and more. Click through to shop our champ choices.

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Adidas by Stella McCartney

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These mesh trimmed aqua shorts boast a sheer side panel.
$49; adidas.com.

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Asics

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This T-back ombre running tank is on-trend with its gradation of rainbow colors.

$30;

ladyfootlocker.com.

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Xtenex

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Thanks to the knot system, you’ll never have to put your workout on hold to retie these laces!

$14;

sweatybetty.com.

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Nike

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Slip into this pair of printed Dri-Fit shorts to run as fast as a leopard.

$35;

nike.com.

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Kiava

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Layer this knotty tank over a different color sports bra for a whole look.

$37;

kiavaclothing.com.

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Michi

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Turns heads with this edgy sports bra.

$115;

michiny.com.

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Victoria's Secret

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The neon yellow packs a one-two punch.

$30;

victoriassecret.com.

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Michi

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Ventilate with an open-weave mesh tank. Sport a matching black bra for a muted look, or go bold with a bright one.

$119;

michiny.com.

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Lululemon

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This sports bra is bringing sexy back! Wear it during Bikram Yoga to keep cool under rising temperatures.

$48;

lululemon.com.