Whether you’ve got a budding jewellery collection or you’ve already got quite an extensive selection of items, you might have some questions on how to best care for your most precious pieces.
If you’re someone who wears your jewellery pretty much 24/7, you might be wondering just how many of your daily activities are unintentionally damaging your jewellery. One of the questions we get most frequently is if you can keep your jewellery on at the gym or during a workout, and the answer really isn’t as cut and dry as you might first think.
This is our guide to all the tips and tricks you need to know to keep your jewellery in great condition, especially if you’re wearing it to the gym.
Can I wear my jewellery to the gym?
This really depends on the type of jewellery you’re buying. Sweating during an intense workout can cause certain materials and pieces to tarnish or discolour.
However, if you’re buying sweat-resistant men’s jewellery from trusted brands that use high-quality materials, your jewellery won’t tarnish during a workout, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you should wear it during tough workouts. Sweating and wearing jewellery can also increase the risk of skin irritation, so even if your jewellery still looks great, your skin might not appreciate it.
If you’re simply going for a walk or doing a low-intensity workout, you might be able to keep your jewellery on just fine, but wearing your pieces using equipment at the gym can be a real safety hazard. Chunky chains or rings can get caught on equipment, which can cause damage to your jewellery or, worse, result in an injury to yourself.
Sweat-resistant stud earrings and Huggies or thin chains and bracelets are generally fine to keep on during a workout. Just make sure you’re buying from reputable brands and investing in jewellery made from materials like stainless steel or platinum.
Key tips for wearing jewellery during a workout
If you’re someone who really doesn’t want to take their jewellery off, even during a workout, these are some of the factors you’ll need to keep in mind.
- The right materials are key
Choose sweat-resistant materials like titanium, stainless steel or platinum, which won’t tarnish or irritate the skin from contact with sweat.
- Opt for more minimalist designs
Don’t wear your chunky jewellery to the gym. Instead, stick with thin chains, bracelets or stud and huggie earrings. Opting for more minimalistic pieces minimises the risk of getting pieces caught in equipment.
- Make sure they’re secure
This is a tip for every day, but especially during a workout, you need to make sure your jewellery is secure. Check your fastensings before heading to the gym to make sure you won’t accidentally lose any pieces in the duration of your workout.
- Keep everything clean
Much like you keep yourself clean after a workout, your jewellery also needs some extra TLC after a gym sesh. Wipe down all your pieces with a damp cloth after a workout to remove any sweat and prevent damage.
If I remove my jewellery, how do I store it safely?
If you’ve decided to remove your jewellery before heading to the gym but want to make sure you’re storing it safely, this is everything you need to do.
- Remove your pieces
Step one (this might be a no-brainer), but you’ve got to take off all the pieces you’re not intending to keep on. This could include gemstone jewellery, chunky jewellery and rings.
- Store them safely
You want to keep your pieces together and in a safe place, so you know exactly where you’ve left them. Rather than just placing them on your bedside table or next to the bathroom sink, invest in a jewellery box or case. This doesn’t just keep all your jewellery in one place, it also makes it easy to transport and travel with your most precious pieces.
- Keep it secure
No matter how big or small your jewellery collection is, it probably came alongside a significant financial investment, so keeping it safe and secure should be your top priority. If you can’t keep your jewellery at home when you go to the gym, ensure you have a secure locker to keep it in rather than in your car or in your gym bag in the locker room.
Enjoy your workout!
With these tips and tricks, you can enjoy your workout without having to worry about your jewellery. As long as you wear simple, minimalistic pieces made of high-quality metals, clean them well after your workout, and safely store your chunkier items, you’ll be good to go!
By knowing how to wear jewellery safely during a workout, you can maintain your personal style no matter where you may be. Work out and look great doing it thanks to our comprehensive guide.