How to Wash and Care for Your Gym Stringer
By ProSupps: Sports Nutrition & Workout Supplements | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: Tips & Care
Keep your ProSupps Training Stringer looking sharp with these simple washing and drying steps, plus common mistakes to avoid.
Quick Answer
Wash your gym stringer in cold water on a gentle cycle and air dry it to preserve the fabric and fit. Avoid high heat and harsh detergents to keep the black color and white details looking crisp.
Why Care Matters for Your Stringer
Your gym stringer is built for movement, but it still needs proper care to keep its shape and color. The polyester/cotton blend in the ProSupps Training Stringer in Black is comfortable, but it can be prone to shrinking or fading if you use hot water or high heat drying.
The white details on the black top can also dull if you wash it with the wrong products or overload the machine. A little attention during washing goes a long way.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many people toss their gym tops in with heavy items like jeans or towels. That can cause friction and pilling. Also, using fabric softener may leave a residue that reduces breathability.
Skipping the pre-wash check for stains is another common error. Sweat and deodorant marks set in if you don't treat them before washing.
Step-by-Step Care Routine
- Pre-treat stains: Check for sweat or deodorant marks and apply a small amount of mild detergent directly to the area. Gently rub with your fingers and let it sit for 5 minutes before washing. This helps prevent set-in stains. Always spot-test the detergent on an inside seam first to avoid discoloration.
- Turn it inside out: Turn the stringer inside out before washing. This protects the outer surface and the white details from friction and fading. Turning inside out also helps keep the black color rich longer.
- Wash in cold water on gentle: Use cold water and a gentle cycle with a mild detergent. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners, which can break down the fabric blend and dull the colors. If you wash with other items, choose similar colors and lightweight fabrics to reduce abrasion.
- Air dry flat or hang: Lay the stringer flat or hang it to dry in a shaded area. Avoid the dryer, as high heat can shrink the cotton and warp the fit. Reshape the top while it's damp. If you must use a dryer, use the lowest heat setting and remove the top while slightly damp.
- Iron only if needed: If wrinkles bother you, iron on a low setting with the top inside out. Do not iron directly over any printed or embroidered details. Steaming is a gentler alternative that won't flatten the fabric texture.
Product Spotlight
- Training Stringer - Black: The ProSupps Training Stringer in Black is a men's stringer-style top constructed from a polyester/cotton blend with white details. The blend balances comfort and durability, but the white details need gentle washing to stay bright and the cotton content can shrink if you use hot water.
Training Stringer - Black
