Men's running sweatshirts

The half-zip, the runner's warm layer

The half-zip is worn during effort in cool weather: its technical polyester knit wicks sweat away from the body, and its high collar protects the throat from the cold air. The short zipper can be lowered as the body warms up, then raised again on descents or against the wind. The adidas Everydayrun and the Under Armour Stripe, with a quarter zip, follow this principle with a close-fitting cut that doesn’t flap with each stride.

The Rogelli Core and Erima Racing sweats, more understated, are worn close to the body during winter morning outings, serving as a single warm layer when it’s not freezing.

Zip-up hoodie: before the start and after the finish

The zip-up hoodie is mainly used before and after exercise. The The North Face Reaxion, made from brushed polyester, is designed to keep the runner warm during warm-up and cool down, during sessions at dawn or after sunset. Its full zip allows it to be removed at the last minute before the start, without touching the bib number or cap.

During the race itself, a hood can flap around and retain heat: a more fitted half-zip avoids overheating. The warm hoodie from the premium range of Mizuno complements this choice for frosty mornings and slow jogs.

Materials and care

Technical sweats, made from polyester, dry quickly and stay light, often with a lightly brushed interior for warmth. A technical sweat can be washed at 30 degrees, without fabric softener, and should be air-dried. Running clothing extends to t-shirts and tops, shorts and tights, trousers and leggings, jackets and windbreakers, socks, accessories, compressions.

Which sweat to choose according to the outside temperature

The best guideline is to dress as if it were ten degrees warmer than the displayed temperature: you feel a bit cold at first, then your body warms up in a few minutes. Between ten and five degrees, a light quarter zip worn alone is often enough. Below that, a warmer half-zip, with a lightly brushed interior, takes over, complemented by a second layer if the wind is blowing.

Evening outings, common in winter, require visibility: a brightly coloured sweatshirt or one with reflective details is easily spotted in headlights.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the Breath Thermo technology from Mizuno work?

Developed by Mizuno in the early 1990s, this fiber generates heat by absorbing moisture released by the body. It is part of the fabric itself, not a surface treatment, meaning it doesn’t wash out.

Can you run with a cotton sweatshirt?

On a short, slow outing, it’s possible, but cotton absorbs sweat, becomes heavy, and cools the runner down as soon as they stop. For longer outings, a polyester knit keeps the skin much drier.

What size should you choose for a men's running sweatshirt?

A running half-zip should fit close to the body, at your usual size, so that the fabric effectively wicks sweat away. A warm-up hoodie can be taken in a looser fit, as it is worn over running gear.

Should you wash a running sweatshirt after every outing?

Yes, if it’s worn close to the body: the accumulated sweat promotes odours. Wash it at thirty degrees, without fabric softener that clogs the fibers, and let it air dry rather than using a tumble dryer.

What are the thumbholes on a running sweatshirt for?

These little openings at the end of the sleeves keep the sleeve on the hand and cover the back of the hand in cold weather. They also prevent the sleeve from riding up when swinging the arms or checking your watch.