Spandex was estimated to be a $6.9 billion industry ... and animals but the water supply humans depend on, as well. Most fabrics shed, and the fibers elastane sheds are not biodegradable.

Spandex isn't the best at wicking moisture and ... many athletic wear brands blend Merino wool with polyester and other fabrics for softness and breathability (and price -- Merino wool is expensive).

In the year 2000, superhero movies were at the precipice of a mainstream revolution, and leading that charge were the X-Men. But this was a new millennium and a new format. The tight, stretchy ...

These Brooks shorts are made of the brand’s DriLayer HorsePower polyester-spandex fabric, a bluesign-approved (read: eco-friendly) material that will keep you dry and cool. Plus, the Greenlight ...