Five Ways to Transition Your Outfit From Class to the Gym

Cover Girl Jill Setek Explains Her Favorite Athleisure Tips

If you’re anything like me, you love to go to the gym. Among the chaos of homework, classes, and all of your other student obligations, you can’t resist getting a quick workout in. However, I often find it difficult, with so much on my plate, to find the time to change into my comfy workout clothes. To save myself some precious time, I have integrated multiple athleisure trends into my everyday wardrobe. Over the past three years, I have crafted and perfected a few ways to dress stylishly for class, but also seamlessly transition an outfit suited for a great workout.

ST YLING AN OUTFIT AROUND YOUR SNEAKERS

Although some may find it hard to believe, focusing some attention on your footwear can create a great focal point for any outfit. If I have some errands to run, I’ll select my outfit based on my sneakers, whether it’s jeans, leggings, or a pair of sweats.

WEARING YOUR ENTIRE GYM LOOK TO CLASS

The easiest and most efficient way to transition your outfit is to wear your entire look to class. Honestly, I do this almost every day, and love just feeling comfortable and confident in my favorite pair of leggings, tee, or jacket. It also allows me the ability to head straight to the gym after class!

UPGRADING YOUR JOGGERS

Although some may think that wearing sweats or joggers to class can look like you just rolled out of bed, I personally believe that joggers should, without a doubt, become a staple in any college student’s wardrobe. Wearing a pair of joggers with a cute tee or jacket provides a very stylish, yet comfortable look.

ADD A PAIR OF BOOTS TO YOUR GYM LOOK

During the winter months, I find one of my go-to staples is adding my toasty winter boots to a pair of leggings and a sweater, in order to make a practical yet stylish outfit for the day. Adding your Uggs or Sorel boots to your outfit is an easy, yet stylish, way to make your day a little bit easier.

DRESS UP YOUR FAVORITE PAIR OF LEGGINGS

I practically live in leggings throughout the semester, which allows for an extremely easy transition from the classroom to the gym. Wearing a nice pair of leggings with your favorite pair of boots and a sweater automatically creates a great school-ready look!

THE IMPACT OF Jen

During this unprecedented time of fear, sadness, and confusion, I’ve witnessed an amazing thing: the resilience of not only students, but also faculty and the University as a whole. “Hurst is Home” has now transitioned to “Hurst From Home,” and I’m proud of our ability to carry on the closeness with our students, despite the distance between us. While I’m missing in-person interaction with my classes, I know that once this period is over, we’ll come back even stronger. My hope for everyone throughout the weeks and months ahead is that they find a way to stay positive. Practice self-care and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Most importantly, remember that near or far, the fashion faculty are here for each and every one of you. We miss you!

Erin

Although it's not how we were anticipating Spring semester to go, here we are! Adjusting to our "new normal" is going well and both the faculty and students are working together to make it all happen. I miss my morning coffee in the Center for Teaching Excellence…my home Keurig is on overload! So far in this crazy journey I have learned that our students and fashion faculty are super resilient, understanding, flexible and strong! With the online tools given to us by the University keeping connected and moving forward with classroom learning has been easier than expected. Although it's not an ideal situation that we find ourselves in, we are all doing our part to keep moving, keep positive and keep going.

A MESSAGE FROM THE FASHION FACULTY CORONAVIRUS & REMOTE LEARNING Ashlee

Top five things I have learned during the COVID-19 experience. 5) Making sure each one of us is taking the time for self-care. I have been running or exercising daily for 30 minutes. It helps to clear my mind and refocus. 4) Limit your time on social media and/or television. The news is inundating us with information, and it has not necessarily been positive. Try to follow people, social media sites, and businesses with positive messaging. Mute anything that seems to be bringing you down. It is important to stay informed but just try to limit the amount. 3) Remember this is only temporary. Take it day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute. Taking the time to remember the positives and keeping the negative thoughts at bay. We are all in this together. 2) Family is so important. This time has allowed for me to remember what is most important and that is my family. Remember, Mercyhurst is your family too. The Fashion faculty have been talking daily to encourage one another and constantly discussing how we can continue support you. 1) We truly have the strongest most resilient students at Mercyhurst! I do miss seeing the students in person, but I am glad I can still see them virtually. It has been fun to see the student’s homes, bedrooms, study spaces, and even family members. It has made this experience that much enjoyable to let us get a glimpse of your lives outside of the Hurst. Remember always #Hurstishome #houseofhurst #wegotthis

Amy

The fact that the announcement to move to remote teaching was received on Friday the 13th, should have been the first indication that things were going to get a bit crazy. At that time the announcement said we were moving remote for two weeks, which didn't sound so bad. Then the announcement came that the remainder of the semester would be taught remotely. I'm not going to lie, that announcement was a tough pill to swallow. As a self-proclaimed extrovert, the lack of in person interaction with my students and colleagues is (and will continue to be) the toughest aspect of the whole situation for me. I love hearing the chit-chatting of students passing by my office, students popping in to tell me something funny or a bit of good news. I miss the side conversations with my students before and after my classes begin, as well as seeing students hanging out in 308. Quite frankly, I miss everything about what happened day in and day out on the 3rd floor of Old Main. As sad as that all sounds, I've optimistically shifted my attention to what the rest of the spring semester holds. I am happy to have the ability to still "see" my students on a regular basis in the virtual classroom and during my online office hours. Our fashion family is exactly that: a family. Even though we are not able to be together in the same place right now, we are always in each other's thoughts and are only a text or Facetime chat away.