A problematic situation necessitates severe countermeasures. In winter, prone countries with cold weather and shallow temperatures, bulky clothes, and staying indoors might not be such a lasting solution. This is where long underwear kicks in. So, you might be wondering, what is long underwear?

Long underwear is two-piece underwear with the difference being it has long sleeves and legs. It is worn under the garments you usually put on. Long underwear is also known as thermal underwear due to its ability to maintain core body temperature.

History of long underwear
Long johns originated from England and were first used in the 17th century. Its popularity was significantly increased when a famous knife fighter wore them in his fights. Also, john Sullivan, a famous boxer in the 19th century, wore them during his matches.  

Material used
Thermal underwear is usually made of cotton-polyester-blend fabric. Some varieties though are made up of flannel. In most of Europe, the manufacturers use wool blends, and sometimes only wool may be used for maximum heat generation by the human body. Yarn is fire-retardant and provides sufficient insulation from the battering cold weather, and even when it is wet, it will still retain its insulating properties. A thin layer of polyester may also be added to drain moisture away from the skin.

Characteristics of an excellent long underwear

• It should have the right base layer because of the comfort it offers, increased freedom of movement, and dryness capabilities.

• Perfect fit. The ideal long underwear should be a little loose and not constrict to distribute heat evenly.

• Outer surface should be slick and non-sticky so that in an instant, you wear it under your regular clothes, and they do not stick.

• You should consider the weight and material used in the long underwear production to reduce the bulk of layering and regulation of body temperature.

• Thermal underwear care. You should note how you will take care of the purchased long underwear so that it will last longer, and the procedures should be easily attainable in the case of perfect thermal underwear.

The best long underwear at Bodtek
At our company, the customer is always the priority. Materials used in our industries are polyester with a little blend of spandex that allows for flexibility and mobility. These materials are also lightweight, enabling you to wear this long underwear under your clothes with no discomfort whatsoever.

The polyester retains your body heat, making you feel snug and warm throughout. The underwear is also breathable, itch-free, ultra-comfy, and efficiently wicks sweat away. It has been proven to remain consistent i.e., Dry, comfortable, and retain heat all through.

The long underwear is also multipurpose and can be used during workouts when going out for a run and also can be worn under your regular clothes because they are lightweight and do not have the bulk of multiple layers.