Kayla Itsines’ Hack To Get Your Dirty Sneakers White Again
Four things. One simple process. Two very white shoes.
May 6, 2025 - Updated May 6, 2025
In pretty much every image and video of Kayla Itsines, Sweat’s head trainer and co-founder, she’s working out in white sneakers. Not white-turned-brown sneakers, not white sneakers with a few scuff marks - perfectly crisp, white kicks. And no, she doesn’t buy a new pair every week.
So, for someone who is always on the go and works out regularly, how does she keep them so fresh? Here’s the method she has been sharing with the Sweat Community for years. You’re welcome.
What you’ll need:
Washing powder
Stain remover (gel or soap)
Sponge or something to gently scrub with
2-3 old towels
… And of course, one pair of dirty white sneakers in desperate need of some TLC
What to do:
Fill a bucket or bowl with warm water.
Soak your sponge in the water, then rub it all over your sneakers until they are very damp.
Grab your stain remover gel or soap and start rubbing it over your sneakers.
Once your sneakers are well covered, grab your sponge again and give them another good rub to make sure all areas are definitely covered with the stain remover.
Put your sneakers straight into the washing machine (don’t rinse them first) along with the old towels. The towels will act as a buffer so you don’t damage your sneakers or your machine by banging around in the drum on their own.
Add a scoop of washing powder to the machine, then set to wash on a high spin with cold water.
Take them out when the wash has finished and dry naturally in the sun if you can!
Voila.
Put your sneakers to work
Now that your sneakers are fresh and clean, we reckon they’re ready to be taken for a proper spin. Not a member yet? Grab a 7-day free trial and enjoy your first week of the Sweat app on us.
Erin is a writer and editor at Sweat with years of experience in women's publishing, the fitness industry, media and tech. She's passionate about the power of movement, and you can often find her on a yoga mat, a hike, a dance floor, in the ocean or the gym.
* Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. Sweat assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.
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