SILVERSPORT Fitness Silver Towel: Review and

What causes odor?  BACTERIA!  I try not to dwell on that fact when the workout clothes/towels my company allows me to check out and borrow at the PE "cage" start to smell fifteen minutes into a workout.  I actually love the fact that I'm sweating but HATE the fact that the odor coming from my t-shirt or towel isn't mine! It  is a brew of who knows sweat bacteria since the clothing is washed after every use but re-used by various employees over and over again.  As a frequent user of sports towels (required at my gym), when I found out about the Silver Towel I was most definitely eager to try it. 

The SilverSport Silver Towel™ provides an extra layer of protection against odor- causing bacteria that other fitness towels just can’t beat. Thanks to revolutionary new Terra Silver™ technology that utilizes antimicrobial silver, the Silver Towel keeps your workouts cleaner than ever by eliminating odor-causing bacteria in your towel.

How does it work? The nanosilver particles incorporated into all SilverSport products are activated by moisture, such as sweat or water. Once activated, the product begins releasing silver ions, which immediately start eliminating odor-causing bacteria on contact. The Silversport motto is "keeping sports clean". 

My husband and I both enjoyed trying out the Silver Towel.  It is super soft and absorbent and can conveniently be washed with any of our other clothes.  I like the stretchiness of the fabric and what I consider to be the perfect size, 20 x 30".  It also come in a 20 X 60" size for heavy duty drying!  If there is one thing that I would change about this product it would be that the backside of the towel on the side that has the writing,  the raised letters can be a little scratchy if you are wiping the sweat off your face.  The other side of the towel, however, is super soft.   I will love it if my company's work out center ever adopts the  technology and motto that SilverSport is all about! 

To learn more about Silversport and their various products, visit http://www.silversport.com/.

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I was not compensated for this blog post although I did receive a SILVERSPORT Silver Towel to facilitate this review. Any and all opinions here are mine.

Going Green with the SilverMat from SilverSport

This mat from SilverSport is a great way to Go Green and get a great workout.

The SilverMat has a natural defense system to fight the odor and bacteria with silver ions.  This doesn't use harsh chemicals and is activated by moisture- so when you're working hard, it does too.  To clean, just wipe down with a damp cloth.

It's also extra thick because of that extra silver layer, so even better for you while working out.  SilverSport lists the specific features of the mat:

• Textured, slip-resistant surface
• Features TerraSilver™, a cutting-edge, antimicrobial nanotechnology using natural silver particles that delivers anti-odor and antimicrobial performance
• Lightweight for easy transportation
• Durable and firm
• Used for hot yoga, yoga, Pilates and general fitness
• Latex-free
• Wipes clean with a damp cloth
• 1/4" thick foam
• Dimensions: 68" Length x 24" Width
• Weight: 2 lbs

My husband tried it, since he is doing P90X and there are lots of sit-ups and push ups and other floor exercises.  But with such trends at "Hot Yoga" and other workouts taking advantage of a good sweat- this will be the mat you want to have!

The Dick's Sporting Goods website sells all SilverSport items including the SilverMat, but they're also available in select stores. 

I was not compensated for this post although I did receive a free product sample to facilitate my review.  Any and all opinions here are my own.