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When does your child need warmth?
During training
For warming up and running, choose a light sports pullover. Your child should be able to stretch and swing their arms freely; an opening at the neck helps release warmth.
- Prefer a light fabric
- Check free arm movement
- Open the collar as they warm up
During cool breaks
A warmer layer helps when your child waits after training. If their clothes are very sweaty, change the T-shirt first so the layer underneath feels comfortable.
- Keep the spare layer dry
- Change a sweaty T-shirt if needed
- Add an outer jacket in wind
School & everyday wear
A hoodie should fit comfortably over a T-shirt. Check that hands stay free and the hood does not fall across the face when your child turns their head.
- Choose the right sleeve length
- Keep head movement free
- Let them try the fastenings
Under a jacket
Try the pullover with the outer jacket. Your child should be able to lift and bend their arms. Pay particular attention to the collar and hood, which need room without gathering at the neck.
- Try both layers together
- Leave room at shoulders and armpits
- Lay the hood flat at the neck
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Kids' pullovers & hoodies
Children warm up quickly when running and cool down while waiting. A light sports pullover can be opened at the neck; a soft hoodie adds warmth over a T-shirt during breaks.
Key points
- Choose a light layer for running rather than a thick cotton hoodie.
- A zipped neck makes ventilation and pulling the top over the head easier.
- Sleeves should leave hands free, even with room to grow.
- Check shoulders and hood together with the child's waterproof or winter jacket.
What works for training and breaks?
| Use | Choose | Bear in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Running and warming up | ChooseLight sports pullover | Bear in mindYour child should be able to swing their arms and move their shoulders freely. |
| Cool breaks after training | ChooseWarmer fleece or hoodie | Bear in mindChange a sweaty base T-shirt before a longer stop. |
| Under an outer jacket | ChooseFlat collar and little bulk | Bear in mindAn extra hood should lie comfortably without bunching behind the neck. |
| Dressing independently | ChooseEasy-to-grip fastening | Bear in mindLet your child try opening and closing the zip or poppers. |
Sports pullover or cotton hoodie?
Light sports pullover (On the move)
A stretchy pullover with a short zip can be opened when your child gets warm. Its low bulk makes it easier to fit beneath another layer.
- Advantage: Little bulk under an outer jacket
- Drawback: Less warmth during a long wait
Cotton hoodie (During breaks)
A soft, relaxed hoodie suits everyday wear and the time after training. For a sweaty run, a lighter sports fabric is more practical.
- Advantage: Comfortable over an everyday T-shirt
- Drawback: Slower to dry after heavy sweating
What to look for
| Question | In brief | Why |
|---|---|---|
| How much growing room? | In briefShoulders and sleeves must fit now | WhyOversized cuffs cover the hands. Ask your child to reach forwards and lift their arms overhead. |
| Which collar? | In briefSoft and easy to open | WhyA cover at the top of the zip helps keep the fastening from rubbing under the chin. |
| How thick? | In briefTry it with the outer jacket | WhyThe warm layer needs room to move without gathering at the armpits or inside the elbows. |
| Which pockets? | In briefConsider the child's rucksack | WhyFull pockets and hard fastenings can press beneath hip or shoulder straps. |
Common questions
How can I leave room for growth?
Compare body measurements with the size chart. Some growing room is useful while the shoulders still fit, hands stay free and fabric does not bunch beneath a jacket. An oversized layer can make dressing independently more difficult.
Is a hoodie suitable for jogging?
It can work for a gentle warm-up. If your child heats up quickly, choose a lighter sports pullover with a neck opening they can adjust. Pack the warmer hoodie for after the activity.
Does the pullover need a hood?
A plain collar often feels more comfortable beneath a jacket that already has a hood. For warmth during breaks, a hood should stay put without limiting vision or turning the head. Avoid loose drawcords during sport.
Can fleece replace a waterproof jacket?
In wind and rain, your child needs a suitable outer jacket. Fleece mainly adds warmth, and wind can pass through its open structure. Try both layers together and check that arms and shoulders can still move freely.
Last updated: November 2026