7/12 Outdoor Clothing

As I grow older, I have to admit I’m more concerned about my health.

* be concerned about: ~을 걱정하다, ~에 관심을 가지다

ex> We are deeply concerned about the global warming.

I just threw on a cotton T-shirt, a pair of sweat shorts and running shoes.

* throw on: ~을 걸치다, 입다

ex> Why don’t you throw on your jacket?

ex> She just threw on the first skirt she found.

* sweat shorts: 트레이닝 반바지

I felt a little out of place because every hiker was fully dressed in expensive outdoor clothing.

* out of place: 장소에 어울리지 않는, 맞지 않는

ex> I fell out of place whenever I’m with him.

Every amid the recession, outdoor clothing brands enjoyed double-digit growth.

* double-digit: 두 자리 수의

ex> He’s going to have double-digit wins this year.

Experts are having a hard time explaining this.

* have a hard time: 어려움을 겪다

ex> She had a hard time adjusting to a new environment.

I think it’s because outdoor clothing is comfy and can be worn for everyday activities.

* be worn: 착용하다, 입다

ex> Safety goggles should be worn in the laboratory at all times.

@ You opened a can of worms. 넌 상황을더 복잡하게 만들었어.

1. She was concerned about his drinking problem.

2. I just had enough time to throw on some clothes

3. Your reasoning is out of place here.

4. I'm having a hard time getting used to this car.

Talk about outdoor clothing market in Korea.

As I grew older, I have to admit I’m more concerned about my health.

A few weeks ago, I decided to hike up Cheonggye Mountain.

I just threw on a cotton T-shirt, a pair of sweat shorts and running shoes.

When I got there, I felt a little out of place because every hiker I saw was fully dressed inexpensive outdoor clothing.

In fact, outdoor clothing is extremely popular in Korea.

Even amid the recession, outdoor clothing brands enjoyed double-digit growth.

Experts are having a hard time explaining this.

I think it’s because outdoor clothing is comfy and can be worn for everyday activities.

Plus, its fashionable design appeals to younger consumers.