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GX · Go Xtreme

The GX Journal.

Training notes, fit checks and straight answers to the questions people ask before they buy activewear in India.

A woman doing a dumbbell goblet squat on a mat in a sunlit living room, with marigold garlands on the balcony behind her, in a black GX sports crop and leggings

A 6-week pre-wedding workout plan: what to train, what to eat and what to wear

Six weeks before a wedding, lift three times a week, walk every day, eat protein at each meal and sleep well. It builds energy and posture, not a new body.

A man doing a one-arm dumbbell row on a bench in a bright gym, in a charcoal GX tee, off-white baggy pants and white trainers

What men should wear to the gym in India: tees, tanks, shorts and the fabric that matters

Cotton is fine for lifting in an air-conditioned gym. For cardio, heat and humidity, wear a nylon-spandex tee, with shorts or pants you can squat in.

A woman running on a tree-lined road on a foggy winter morning, in a blue long-sleeve crop top and full-length leggings

What to wear for winter workouts in India: layering for cold mornings, indoors and out

For winter workouts in India, wear three layers: a nylon-spandex base, a warm middle and a zip jacket you take off, and start the session a little cold.

A woman training at home on a mat, kneeling with one leg extended and a dumbbell in one hand, in a black GX tank and shorts

Working out when Delhi's air is bad: indoor routines and what to wear

When Delhi's AQI crosses 200, train indoors in a closed room with a purifier, keep the effort moderate, and wear a quick-drying nylon-spandex layer.

Two women doing a lunge side by side in a bright gym, one in black biker shorts and one in black full-length leggings, both in black GX sports crops

Biker shorts vs leggings: which to train in, and when

Wear biker shorts for heat, HIIT and cycling, and leggings for barbell lifts, cold mornings and cool gyms. Most people train best owning one of each.

Compression vs normal leggings comparison featuring GX high-waisted flared leggings in olive, pink, burgundy, and black, shown from the back to highlight fit and support.

Compression leggings vs regular leggings: what the difference actually is, and which to buy

Compression leggings use a denser knit with more spandex to hold the muscle firmly and recover shape after stretch; regular leggings are lighter and looser and prioritise comfort. Choose compression f

GX activewear including tank tops, sports bras, shorts and olive flare leggings arranged beside a washing machine for activewear care and washing

How to wash gym clothes so they stop smelling and keep their stretch

Learn how to wash gym clothes, remove sweat smell from activewear and care for leggings without damaging performance fabric.

Garba outfit with activewear underneath chaniya choli for comfortable movement during Navratri nights

Garba nights: how to last nine nights, and what to wear under the chaniya choli

Nine nights of garba is an endurance event: build stamina in the three weeks before, hydrate before you leave the house, and wear a moisture-moving base layer under the outfit so the sweat leaves the

Woman wearing olive green high-waisted Go Xtreme leggings with a beige sports bra, showcasing the stretch waistband and premium activewear fit.

Why leggings roll down at the waist, and how to stop it

Leggings roll down when the waistband is narrower than the movement it has to hold, when the size is wrong for the waist-to-hip difference, or when the knit has lost its recovery; a wide high band in

Woman wearing a white and grey GX sports bra with scoop neckline, removable cups and stretch support in a studio setting.

How a sports bra should fit: the five-point check before you train in it

A sports bra fits when the band sits level and snug on the last hook or its widest setting, the straps stay put without digging, nothing spills at the top or sides, and a jump test shows movement redu

Woman performing a barbell squat in a red long-sleeve crop top and red shorts against a red studio background.

How to check leggings are squat-proof in 30 seconds, and why most fail

Squat under a bright light with a mirror or a phone behind you; if the knit lightens or the skin tone shows through at the seat, the leggings are not squat-proof. Here is the full check and what cause

A black sports crop and full-length leggings laid flat on a concrete floor with a folded men's training tee beside them

GX, Go Xtreme, goxtreme.shop: what the brand is, who it is for and how to buy

GX (also written Go Xtreme) is an Indian activewear brand selling women's and men's training pieces from goxtreme.shop, with fabric compositions and a size guide on every page.

Woman mid-set in a humid Indian gym, sweat on her shoulders, wearing a dark ribbed tank and high-waist leggings

What to wear to the gym in an Indian summer (and the monsoon after it)

Light nylon-spandex or polyester knits that move sweat off the skin, a high waistband that stays put, and no cotton. City by city, here is what actually works.

Women wearing premium activewear sets in black, red and olive, showcasing women’s gym wear and workout clothing.

Best activewear brands in India (2026): an honest guide from a brand that is on the list

Explore some of the activewear brands available in India in 2026 and compare their styles, fabrics, fits and training-focused features to find what works for you.