In a time when loungewear seems to be the new everyday wear, I feel like I need to come clean: I dislike hoodies. While many see them as soft and cozy, I only feel restricted and uncomfortable.

More often than not, I'm immediately drawn to sweatshirts in the form of a crewneck or mock neck. Which is probably why I was itching to give this fleece pullover a try. I instantly fell in love with the half-zip silhouette, and I knew a few Shop TODAY editors have already waxed poetic about the brand, so I grabbed one in off-white.

Unsurprisingly, it has become the perfect addition to several of my wardrobes, from what I wear on walks to the gym to what I choose to put on for remote workdays.

The Gym People Half-Zip Pullover Sweatshirt

Half-Zip Pullover Sweatshirt

What we like

Soft material
Half-zip; has thumb holes

Something to note

Runs small; size up

Colors: 12 | Sizes: XS-XL | Materials: Cotton/polyester blend

Why I like The Gym People Half-Zip Pullover Sweatshirt

It's soft, comfortable and my kind of style

Full-zip sweatshirts and jackets will almost always earn a “no” from me. I’m not a fan of the bumps and bunching that usually come with wearing them, so for me, half-zips are the way to go.

The neckline of this The Gym People sweatshirt is the perfect cross between a hooded style and a V-neck, giving it that hoodie “look” without the bulky feel. It can be folded down to resemble more of a collar, or kept zipped up for more coverage. While both style options are great, I like the unzipped look to allow my fun graphic tees underneath to poke out.

One of my favorite features has to be how soft the fleece interior feels. After opening it and touching the material for myself, I urged my roommate to feel the inside, which led to a chorus of oohing and aahing. But as lovely as the fleece is, it won't leave you feeling overheated after a bit of walking either.

I've also recently become a big fan of tops with thumbholes, especially on my workout gear or athleisure. They help to keep my sleeves in place while I'm on the go and trap in even more warmth. It also has a built-in "kangaroo" front pocket with raised openings, which can hold your essentials like keys, a wallet, a phone or headphones.

What to consider

The fit is perfect (if you size up)

Since I rely on my collection of sweatshirts for everything — napping, working out, running errands, working from home, etc — finding the right fit is critical. I prefer my crewnecks a bit oversized, so I sized up to a medium, which ended up being the right call. (Though, if you prefer a cropped, fitted sweatshirt, stick with the size you normally wear.) And anyone with a larger bust might need to size up as well, as it’s a bit more fitted around the chest.

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The Gym People Longline Sports Bra

Longline Sports Bra

What we like

Has over 43,000 ratings on Amazon
Comfortable and supportive, according to reviewers

Something to note

Size up for best fit

Colorways: 29 | Sizes: XS-3X | Material: Polyamide and spandex fabric blend

The Gym People Bootleg Yoga Capri Pants

Bootleg Yoga Capri Pants

What we like

Loose fit, non-restrictive
Flattering

Something to note

"Shiny" material, to reviewers
Size up for best fit

Colorways: 7 | Sizes: S-3X | Material: Polyamide and spandex fabric blend

The Gym People Women’s Joggers

Women's Joggers

One editor loves these joggers for hikes, grocery store trips and more.

What we like

Great amount of stretch
Versatile

Something to note

May run large

Colorways: 23 | Sizes: XS- 3X | Material: Polyamide and spandex fabric blend

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Sierra Hoeger is an associate editor at Shop TODAY. She has been with the team for over two years, covering topics related to fitness, travel and more.