Let’s be real, if you’ve played padel more than once, you already know: comfort is everything. You’re sprinting, twisting, smashing, lunging… and the last thing you want to think about is your leggings riding up or your top clinging to sweaty spots.
Here’s the thing: unlike tennis or other “fancier” sports, padel isn’t about looking like a walking billboard. Most of us aren’t chasing sponsorships. We just want to play, move, and feel good doing it.
So, what do padel players actually care about?
After chatting with players and trying a bunch of stuff ourselves, here’s what kept coming up:
- Can I move in this without feeling restricted?
- Does it breathe or am I going to overheat halfway through the match?
- Will it stay put when I dive for that crazy shot?
- Does it look good enough to grab a smoothie after?
Honestly, nobody cared much about the brand name. People just wanted stuff that worked and didn’t annoy them mid-game.
Not quite tennis. Not quite yoga.
Padel has its own vibe. It’s fast, fun, and a bit chaotic, in the best way. You’re not doing long runs like tennis, but you’re also not stretching in one spot like yoga. So your clothes have to keep up with all the weird but fun movements in between.
We found that a lot of existing gear either felt too stiff or just not durable enough. That’s why we’re looking into fabrics that stretch well but don’t feel flimsy and cuts that move with you, not against you.
Style matters, too (let’s be honest)
Padel isn’t just a workout. It’s social. You’re meeting friends, playing a few sets, then maybe grabbing lunch after. So yeah, we all want to look decent while playing.
A lot of players told us they prefer simple, clean designs. Nothing too loud. Just chill, flattering fits that feel like “you.” That’s something we’ll keep in mind as we build out our first pieces.
What’s next for FitwearNow?
Right now, we’re in the early stages testing fabrics, refining fits, and sharing everything we learn here on the blog.
Our goal? Create activewear that feels good, moves well, and makes you look like you belong on the court (even if you’re just playing for fun).
If you’re into that, stick around. There’s more coming soon.
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