A new type of sportswear, designed to be worn under traditional sporting clothes, such as rugby and football kits, has been created by a company called Under Armour. An innovation in sportswear, Under Armour is an entirely new concept that, when worn under your existing sports clothes, can help to improve performance at all levels. The market for sports under-garments is a competitive one, but Under Armour have developed a range of sportswear that draws moisture away from the body whilst supporting the muscles during activity. Under Armour has proved popular in the short time it has been in production, with many athletes endorsing it, claiming that it helps to improve performance on the field.

Under Armour was created in the US in Maryland, Baltimore. It has cleverly been designed to work under all kinds of sports clothing. It can be worn under both sporting costumes such as football suits and basketball suits and well as under pads such as hockey or rugby pads. There are definite advantages in having a lightweight, absorbent underlayer, especially one that will fit comfortably under other protective layers. Under Armour only started producing its range of clothing in 2006, but has grown rapidly to become a major name in sportswear.

Under Armour material is designed to be as light as possible so that it doesn't hinder performance. It is also designed to work in many different climates and playing conditions. This means that no matter what the climate, the material will keep you comfortable and dry. In fact this is what the Under Armour was originally designed to do and all other capabilities have evolved from this. The Under Armour was so good at doing this that many American soldiers wore it in the blistering desert heat of Iraq.

After perfecting the material's climate properties the Under Armour company went on to create and install a compression system into their designs. The compression systems helps your muscles work better by keeping them were they should be and strengthening them. It is said that this technology will allow you to be stronger and work longer. Although this may sound like just another advertising claim, the number of professional athletes now using the Under Armour system is a testament to the fact that it does help to improve performance, as well as being comfortable to wear.

Under Armour provides suits for males and females. There are also a number of products that they offer that are purely created as fashion accessories with the Under Armour brand name emblazoned on the front. These accessories include baseball caps, hooded sweatshirts and socks. However, for the serious athlete, their best selling articles are those fitted with the compression technology mentioned above. These include shorts, legging and shirts. These are designed to be used in any number of different sports and come in numerous different shapes and sizes.

Buying a complete Under Armour outfit may seem like an extra expense on top of your standard kit. But when you consider that the Welsh Rugby Union signed a four-year contract with Under Armour in the beginning of 2008, it is clear that professionals feel that the investment is worthwhile. The list of top athletes in all sporting fields who endorse the product range is growing, proving Under Armour's diversity and appeal to all levels. Yes, it is an added expense, but if you are serious about your sporting performance then Under Armour may well be a worthwhile investment.