Men's hooded and zipped sweats lifestyle
Hoodie or round neck, zip or pull-on: which men's lifestyle sweatshirt is best for a volleyball player between the gym, classes and the weekend? The answer mainly depends on how you plan to use it.
Hoodies, zip-ups, round necks and fleeces fill the page, in men's or unisex cuts, with plenty of options for junior sizes.
Essentials three-stripe: the basic adidas sweatshirt
adidas kicks off with its Essentials three-stripe sweatshirts made from fleece in muted colours. It's the easy throw-on sweatshirt for weekdays and Sundays alike. It comes in black, olive, grey, green, or dark blue.
hmlGO: the zip-up hoodie from Hummel
The zip-up hmlGO hoodie from Hummel takes a prominent spot at the top of the page, available in a wide range of colours. The zip allows you to wear it open over a t-shirt or zipped up when it's cold. It's the perfect item to stash in your bag for a tournament.
Brushed fleece or polar fleece
Brushed fleece, soft inside, is the warmest for winter. Polar fleece, being lighter, dries faster after a downpour. For everyday use, fleece is dominant; for outdoor outings, polar fleece is more practical.
Adjusting fit: shoulders and sleeves
A well-shaped sweatshirt should sit right at the shoulders without seams that drop onto the arms. The sleeves should cover the wrists without bunching up. Taller volleyball players should check the sleeve length, which often just fits on standard sizes.
Junior: a sweatshirt that grows with you
A good portion of sweatshirts comes in children's sizes. A zip-up sweatshirt is easier for a young player to put on independently. For a child who is growing, a size up with fitted cuffs will last longer.
Joggers, t-shirts, jackets: the neighbouring pages
For a complete outfit, pair your sweatshirt with joggers from the men's trousers page. Underneath, a t-shirt from the men's t-shirts page. On top, a puffer jacket from the men's jackets page.
adidas, Errea, Hummel, Erima: four styles of sweatshirts
adidas focuses on the Essentials basics. Errea offers its Republic line along with sweatshirts like Dynamic or Madison, in the spirit of club wear. Hummel, the most prominent, features the hmlGO, Legacy, and Cima lines. Erima brings simple and easy-to-coordinate sweatshirts. Le Coq Sportif and Converse add a more urban style.
A discounted men's sweatshirt
The special lifestyle offers bring together discounted sweatshirts. The Black Friday for men comes in autumn, followed by the sales lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a sweatshirt and a hoodie?
A hoodie is simply a sweatshirt with a hood, zipped or not. A sweatshirt in the strict sense has a round neck. Both are worn the same way daily.
Does a zip-up sweatshirt keep you less warm?
A bit, the zip lets in more air than a continuous fabric. When zipped up to the neck, the difference is minimal. Its advantage is that you can adapt to the temperature with one movement.
How do you prevent a sweatshirt from pilling?
Wash it inside out with soft textiles at low temperatures. Avoid the tumble dryer and harsh detergents. A lint remover can fix the early signs.
Is a lifestyle sweatshirt suitable for weightlifting?
For warming up, yes. Once you start sweating, cotton gets heavy and cools you down. Keep it for before and after the session.
Should you take a size up for a loose look?
It's a simple solution, but watch out for the length of the sleeves and body. An oversized cut designed for this purpose fits better. The size guide often specifies the cut type.
