How to wash your leggings so they last twice as long

Your favorite leggings don't wear out from wearing them — they wear out from being washed wrong. Heat, fabric softener and harsh drying slowly break down the stretch fibers that give compression. A few small changes and a good pair lasts for years.

The 5 golden rules

1. Cold water, always. Heat degrades elastane and fades color. 2. Inside out and in a mesh bag, to protect seams and surface. 3. No fabric softener: it leaves a film that blocks the technical fabric's breathability. 4. Gentle spin and air-dry, away from direct sun. 5. Never leave them balled up and damp after training.

At MUMBA we build with recycled polyamide and elastane made for real training. Caring for them well is all they need to stay like new.