Whether it's Madonna in her 3 piece track suit or Reese Witherspoon in a tank and shorts, celebrities are photographed wearing a varitey of work out gear. Instead of heading to a sporting goods store and stocking up on similar styles, try sewing up your own variations. Several pattern companies have patterns that will outfit both men and women. For those looking for yoga style try McCall's 5398, 4261, or BurdaStyle's free pattern, Corrine. Men's workout designs can be made by using Burda 8471, 8827, one of several Kwiksew's activewear patterns. Still don't see something you like? Both Jalie and Kwik Sew have entire catalogs devoted to workout styles including leggings, compression shorts, leotards, pants, shorts, and tops.

Ready to wear companies use a wicking fabric that helps keep mosture away from your skin while you work out - now you can use the same material in your creations. Stop by Wazoodle and Rose City Textiles - both carry this type of material and will help keep you cool and dry even when you're not!