What does your favorite color (spandex) say about you?

As female triathletes, what we wear to train is just as important to us as what we wear going out.  After all, training is what we spend the majority of our time doing: it's when we socialize and gossip, and it's how we unwind after a stressful day. Guys, chances are that when you meet us, we're typically attired in sports bras, running shorts, and sneakers.  This may be confusing for those savvy gentlemen who are used to sizing up girls based on their outfits, make-up, and hair.  But fear not! Out of the goodness of her heart, yours truly has created this helpful decoder.  Who knows, it might just come in handy next time you try to hit on that girl that just flew by you on the sidewalk (HEYYY BABY!!) 


Running Gear Decoder Guide (Finally, no more confusion!)
*The one in the black Nike running shorts: Says "I'm classy, ambitious, and driven." Put-together and analytical, this girl is committed to her routine and practical.  Peel back her layers, though, and you'll discover there's more to her than meets the eye.


*The one wearing the quirky high socks: This girl is saying, "I'm fun, I'm funky, and I could care less what you think."  She's funny, honest and always up for new adventures.


*The one in the blindingly bright shoes: "Look at my feet. Guess what? I'm fast, probably faster than you."  She's confident, motivated, high-energy, and goes after what she wants.


*The one in the neon spandex: This girl believes in the philosophy "if you've got it, flaunt it" and never fails to capitalize on an opportunity to do just that.  Everybody's looking at her? Even better.  She's an attention seeker, an exhibitionist, and a wild card. Think you've got her figured out? Think again.


*The one who always matches: She's a girly girl, but don't let that fool you.  Underneath her perfectionistic exterior is a girl who's clever and always one step ahead.  She's charming and adept at dealing with people, and if you're not careful, she'll have you eating out of her hand.


So guys, there you have it.  The only thing I ask is that you use this information wisely.  After all, I wouldn't want to have to unleash my inner "neon spandex" on you ;-)