How do I put on my Katalyst Shorts?Updated 2 hours ago

1. Before putting on the shorts, start with all straps completely loose and unbuckled. Be sure you are not wearing undergarments beneath the base layer. The base layer is designed to be directly in contact with the skin to provide maximum efficacy. 
2. Strap the belt band around your hips. Make sure the belt is sitting low around your hips. The belt is designed to sit across the low hips, and it is completely okay if it sits below where your pants typically sit.
   1. Lower the leg pads a small amount toward the knee, which will be easier after lowering the belt.
3. Grab the front quad pads, rotating them as much as you can over the top of your thigh, then buckle.
   1. Tip: If you are having difficulty buckling, try to straighten your knee, rather than having it bent when buckling. 
4. Finish by tightening the leg straps and velcroing any of the excess strap.
   1. Please note the shorts must buckle, yet the velcroing the straps down is not necessary. The velcro for the straps was designed and intended to be used if any excess strap is hanging.
5. If desired, attach the bottom of the vest to the top of the shorts by clipping the buckles at your lower back. 

Tip: Feel free to suit up for the first time in front of a mirror.