During exercises such as yoga, if you want to wear gold jewelry comfortably, you need to comprehensively consider the style, material properties and sports characteristics of the jewelry. The following is a detailed introduction to the relevant methods for you:
Selection of jewelry styles
Necklace
Choose thin and short chains: Thin chain necklaces do not cause excessive shaking during exercise, avoiding excessive friction with the body or clothing and causing discomfort. The short design can make it fit the neck better, reducing the risk of entangling or catching other objects due to large movements during exercise. For instance, a thin necklace with a length near the collarbone basically does not interfere with the completion of various yoga poses.
Avoid pendants that are too large or sharp: Large pendants can sway along with the body during movement and may hit other parts of the body, causing pain or injury. Sharp pendants may scratch the skin. So one should choose a small and round pendant style, or simply pick a necklace without a pendant.
Bracelet
Give priority to elastic styles: Elastic bracelets or bangles can automatically adjust their tightness according to the thickness of the wrist. During exercise, they won't loosen or slip due to wrist movement, nor will they be too tight to affect blood circulation. For instance, some bracelets with elastic ropes connecting small gold beads are both comfortable and convenient to wear.
Avoid complex structures: Bracelets or bangles with complex structures, excessive decoration or hollowed-out designs are prone to catching clothes or yoga MATS during exercise, which not only affects the exercise experience but may also cause damage to jewelry. The simple style is more suitable for wearing during sports.
Earrings
Stud earrings are superior to earrings: Stud earrings are small and lightweight, and they hardly shake during movement, thus not hindering the movements of the head and neck. When exercising, the earrings will sway along with the body and may hit the cheeks or shoulders, causing discomfort.
Choose lightweight materials: Even if you choose stud earrings, you should pick styles that are relatively light in weight. Too heavy stud earrings can put a burden on the earlobes. Wearing them for a long time may cause pain or redness and swelling of the earlobes.
Adjustment of wearing method
Adjust the position of the necklace: Before starting the exercise, adjust the necklace to a suitable position so that it fits the neck as closely as possible to avoid slipping to the chest or back during the exercise. If the necklace is long, you can wear it in two loops to increase stability.
The tightness of the bracelet or bangles: Ensure that the bracelet or bangles are neither too tight to slip during exercise nor too tight to affect the flexibility of the wrist and blood circulation. You can gently stretch the elastic part before wearing it to feel its comfort.
Fixing earrings: For stud earrings, make sure the earpin completely passes through the ear hole and the back of the ear is firmly fixed. If you are worried that the earstuds will fall off, you can stick a small transparent adhesive tape behind the ear (provided it is not allergic to the skin) to increase safety.
Preparation and examination before exercise
Cleaning jewelry: Before exercising, gently wipe gold jewelry with a soft cloth to remove dirt and grease on the surface, making it smooth and reducing friction with skin and clothing.
Check the integrity of the jewelry: Carefully inspect the jewelry for any loose or damaged areas, such as whether the clasp of the necklace is firm or if the beads of the bracelet are loose. If there are any problems, they should be repaired in time to prevent the jewelry from falling or getting lost during sports.
Precautions during exercise
Avoid excessive pulling: When performing some large yoga poses, be careful not to pull your jewelry too much. For instance, when performing the backbend movement, do not subject the necklace to excessive tensile force to prevent it from breaking.
Timely adjustment: If you feel that the jewelry is loose or uncomfortable during exercise, stop the movement immediately and adjust the wearing state of the jewelry to ensure comfort and safety.
Post-exercise maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance: After exercising, jewelry may get stained with sweat and dirt. It should be gently cleaned with mild soapy water and a soft brush in time, then rinsed thoroughly with clean water and dried with a soft cloth.
Proper storage: Store the cleaned jewelry in a dry and cool place to avoid friction or collision with other jewelry, which may cause scratches or damage.