*On a side note, I have no idea why I make such weird expressions when I am filming. I think it must be the stage fright (it takes me MULTIPLE times to shoot videos I get so nervous and tongue-tied). Also, upon re-watching I realized that step 8 says “wash your hair after you condition” when really I meant wash your BODY after you condition. Oops! 
10 Tips for Preventing Post-Workout Breakout
- Don’t wear makeup while you’re working out.
- Wash your face or shower immediately post-workout.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Drink lots of water.
- Dress the part (moisture-wicker clothing).
- Change your make routine if you can.
- Avoid steroid pre-cursors or steroids.
- Wash your body after you condition.
- Do your laundry daily.
- Use an exfoliating scrub (or a homemade mask like Laury’s)
Do you breakout after a workout? What are your best tips for preventing it?
Jennifer is a 27 year old personal trainer living in Connecticut. She is "Coach Jen" at 
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Twitter: weightlesslife
January 6, 2011 at 8:30 am
Thanks for these tips. I find that if I don’t shower immediately after working out I do breakout. I think washing your workout clothes regularly is another big factor in preventing breakouts.
Twitter: AMYSRANDOMNESS
January 6, 2011 at 9:04 am
Definitely am a firm believer in showering right after the workout. Even if it’s just a quick rinse off…
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Twitter: lauryannraik
January 6, 2011 at 9:30 am
You have such a cute face
What a great topic and great tips!!! Post workout breakouts are a bummer!! Number 3 is a key one that many people do and don’t think about!!!
Thanks for the shout out xxoo
Laury @thefitnessdish´s last [type] ..Heil Grammatik
Seems that all the things I do daily and out of routine is a good thing then
I always make sure to bath/shower after exercising. Can’t see how people do not do that after exercising immediately.
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Twitter: camachomarie
January 6, 2011 at 12:10 pm
Don’t wear make-up when you run, but what about the photos for my blog? What’s a shower?
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Twitter: lisaeirene
January 6, 2011 at 12:49 pm
SO true! I used to run at lunchtime and I ALWAYS showered afterward. I have a problem with acne to begin with and sitting in sweat makes it worse.
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Been waiting for a post like this for a long time! I have never had breakouts, even as a teenager. Then, I started working out more and sweating more (upping intensity!) and my chest and my face have been breaking out like crazy. I never thought to wipe off my makeup before…such a great idea! Thanks for the tips!
Glad to see this post, I just had this question yesterday because like Maria I’ve never had a problem with breakouts before. I’m doing everything Jennifer recommends, but like Maria I am not removing my makeup BEFORE I work out. I’m going to try this going forward and see if it solves my problem.
you’ve got great skin! so if it works for you, i guess i should try it!
my trouble is, i’m coming straight to the gym from work. i alwyas have makeup on while i work out! i guess i need to start bringing facial wipes or something!
xo.
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Twitter: suki
January 6, 2011 at 6:41 pm
I sweat too much not to take a shower as soon as I get home.
It’s harder when the class is a little out of the way, and the first stop isn’t home though. Thankfully I don’t have major breakout issues. *phew*
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You are GORGEOUS I love the video! I can’t wait for more
These tips are all fantastic!
Meg´s last [type] ..Good Friends- Good Food
Great post-I find that when I work out at night (after a day of makeup) I may break out but never when I have my morning workout (clean fresh face).
Love the video!!!
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Aww, what a great post Jennifer! I love your video, too. I completely agree with ALL of these tips. I always hop right in the shower after I’m done working out. I used to break out a lot after working out, but I started using a buff puff in the shower and it almost aerates the skin and allows it to breathe while you’re washing it, getting all of the dirt and oil out. Lovely post as always!!
PS – I’m coming back to school in January! Will I see you?
Twitter: monique_m07
January 7, 2011 at 9:10 am
Cute outfit!!! I think the hardest one of those for me to follow would be avoiding the ‘roids… I do love injecting myself with steroids
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I have issues on break outs after working out and I have gotten into the habit of washing my face or showering right after my workout and it has helped! However, now I am trying to fit in running on my lunch breaks, I don’t have time for a shower. So I bring moist towletts to wash my face and then I re apply my make up. I am hoping it works for me!!
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January 8, 2011 at 8:51 am
Great tips! I try not to workout with makeup on, but if I’m going to the gym right after work it happens. I just try to shower right after the gym and I usually am ok.
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