The adidas Period Proof Tights will make workouts a lot more pleasant

Instead of pausing workouts because of your monthly cycle, consider wearing the TechFit Period Proof tights to make your active life easier

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If you’ve ever menstruated, you’d probably agree that periods are tough. 

Countless women suffer from period cramps, backaches, and bloating during menstruation. And we can’t forget about hormonal changes, breakouts, weight fluctuations, increased hunger, and low energy levels.

With many things that can go wrong when you put periods and workouts together, many women end up quitting sports or avoiding exercise during their periods out of fear or discomfort.

To encourage and empower more women to work out comfortably and confidently during their period, adidas has developed TechFit Period Proof tights - available in long (TECHFIT PERIOD-PROOF 7/8 TIGHTS) and short (TECHFIT PERIOD-PROOF BIKER SHORT TIGHTS) versions - that come with notable features to make working out during your period more enjoyable and worry-free.

The TechFit Period Proof tights, adidas' first period sportswear product, are part of adidas' Stay in Play campaign that supports menstruating athletes mentally and physically through period-proof activewear and conversations with the community.

As the first major sportswear brand to introduce a period-proof product, adidas hopes to allow women to express themselves during their period as freely as any other day.

Here are five reasons why you should get the TechFit Period Proof tights.

1. The TechFit Period Proof tights come with adidas’ new Flow Shield technology to prevent leaks

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According to research by scientists at St. Mary's University, Twickenham in the UK, one in four girls around the world quit sports in their teens. Research by adidas found that leaking was the number one concern of menstruators who do sports. With that in mind, adidas has set out to create the TechFit Period Proof tights that athletes can rely on.

Kim Buerger, Senior Product Manager for Women’s Apparel at adidas, said: “We started designing this collection from the inside, out. We knew it had to be comfortable and breathable, but most importantly, it had to serve its purpose of helping to protect against leakage."

In the TechFit Period Proof tights, the main fabric around the gusset is reinforced with adidas' Flow Shield technology, a highly absorbent pad at the crotch area that consists of multiple layers — a wicking layer, an absorbing layer, and a leak-proof layer — that work together to guard against leakage.



This discreet protection system gives you added confidence when worn with a tampon or pad.*

*Disclaimer: Not a substitute product. Please wear with tampon or pad.

2. The TechFit Period Proof tights feature a bonding frame to keep everything in place

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Reinforcing adidas’ Flow Shield technology is a sleek in-built brief that uses a bonding system to hold the different layers together and keep the tights firmly in place when you're in motion.

With this bonding frame, there's no need to worry about your activewear, underwear or pad shifting as you bend and flex. No unnecessary adjustments required, since everything is where it should be.

3. The TechFit Period Proof tights feel like a second skin

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Besides guarding against leakage, the TechFit Period Proof tights are also designed with maximum comfort in mind. They are made from an ultra-soft and highly flexible material that feels like a second skin, so you'll feel at total ease and be able to focus on your workout without distractions.

4. The TechFit Period Proof tights are breathable and quick-drying

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The Aeroready fabric used in the TechFit Period Proof tights is not only ultra-soft, but also breathable and quick-drying, to help you stay cool and dry during your workout, whether you're indoors or out in the raging heat and humidity. We're pretty sure that this will go a long way to improve your mood and performance.

Good to know: As part of adidas' efforts to end plastic waste, the TechFit Period Proof tights use PRIMEGREEN, a series of high-performance recycled materials.

5. The TechFit Period Proof tights have been rigorously tested

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The TechFit Period Proof tights were created after two years of development and rigorous testing carried out at each stage of the journey, so you can be sure that they are up to mark.

Kim Buerger, Senior Product Manager for Women’s Apparel at adidas, said: "The biggest challenge we faced in bringing the TechFit Period Proof tights to market was the testing. It was incredibly rigorous and went through several rounds, because we had to be sure our product could deliver. Our ambition with this product is to keep more people in sport by giving them the confidence to train on their period."



With the TechFit Period Proof tights, working out during your period is looking to be a lot more pleasant and less dreadful. With that confidence and peace of mind, you'll be able to Stay in Play, and continue being your true self no matter what activities you undertake.
Join the adidas Stay in Play Instagram Live on June 19
adidas is opening up the conversation around movement, sports and periods by organising an Instagram Live session (@adidassg) on June 19 with adidas Creators Eugena Bey, founder of BE. Pilates, and Shanti Pereira, Singapore's sprint queen. They will talk about their struggles, common misconceptions, and share tips on how to stay fit and healthy during periods. Join the Instagram Live to get inspired to stay active during your period, and find out more about the Stay in Play campaign!

Follow the conversation on adidas Singapore's Instagram (@adidassg) and Facebook (@adidasSG), and stay tuned for more exciting activities planned for Stay in Play.

The adidas TechFit Period Proof tights (TECHFIT PERIOD-PROOF 7/8 TIGHTS, $85 and TECHFIT PERIOD-PROOF BIKER SHORT TIGHTS, $65) are available at selected adidas Performance stores, via the adidas app and on adidas.com.sg.

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