22 Best Workout Leggings for All Your Workout Needs

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22 Best Workout Leggings for All Your Workout Needs

22 Best Workout Leggings for All Your Workout Needs

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Cool & Dry

Nike Mesh-Paneled Leggings

Mesh-Paneled Leggings

Cool & Dry

Nike Mesh-Paneled Leggings

Now 14% Off

Pros
  • ProWaist doesn’t slide down
  • ProSupportive material
Cons
  • ConNot fully sweat proof

Perfect for training your inner professional athlete, whether hiking, biking, or weight-lifting.

Customer review: “Great feel and quality. The leggings fit like a glove”

Micro-Performance

Alo Airlift Legging

Airlift Legging

Micro-Performance

Alo Airlift Legging

Pros
  • ProFitted high-waist design
  • ProTons of color options

The compression waistband keeps your core tight as you breeze through your weekly yoga classes.

Customer review: “High waist is super flattering and compression around the waistline is great. Held everything in place without feeling too tight.”

No Slip Grip

Calvin Klein Stirrup Logo Leggings

Stirrup Logo Leggings

No Slip Grip

Calvin Klein Stirrup Logo Leggings

Pros
  • ProSquat-proof fabric
  • ProSide seam pockets

You’ll feel supported from top to bottom during any fitness routine with the additional stirrups.

Customer review: “Very Comfortable!”

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Ultra-Soft Finish

Everlane Perform 24/7 Leggings

Perform 24/7 Leggings

Ultra-Soft Finish

Everlane Perform 24/7 Leggings

Now 71% Off

Pros
  • ProMade from recycled material
  • ProDual inseam options
Cons
  • ConWaist may slide down

Look great, feel cozy, and help save the environment. You literally can’t go wrong with these leggings made from recycled materials.

Customer review: “These fit perfectly. They don’t fall down during intense Pilates classes, or while chasing after my small child. I’ve already purchased another pair!

Ballerina Style

Sweaty Rocks Ankle-Tie Leggings

Ankle-Tie Leggings

Ballerina Style

Sweaty Rocks Ankle-Tie Leggings

Now 11% Off

Pros
  • ProUnique design
  • ProBelow $20
Cons
  • ConNot much stretch

Train tough while looking graceful in these ankle-tie leggings. So feminine and fierce!

Customer review: “I will order more! I love everything about them. I do not like too sheer, but I like good quality fabric and they are.”

Snatched Waistline

Lululemon Align V-Waist Leggings

Align V-Waist Leggings

Snatched Waistline

Lululemon Align V-Waist Leggings

Pros
  • ProV-waist gives hourglass shape
  • ProButtery soft fabric
Cons
  • ConHigher price point

Bring the focus to your waistline with this V-cut option from Lululemon. Perfectly designed to flatter and hold.

Customer review: “The V design seems even more flattering on curves than the regular align. Love it!”

Sizes Available US0 – US14

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Everyday Essential

Gap Power Split-Hem Legging

Power Split-Hem Legging

Everyday Essential

Gap Power Split-Hem Legging

Now 31% Off

Pros
  • ProMulti-functional for everyday
  • ProMoisture-wicking
Cons
  • ConNo pockets

These are the lovechild of flare pants and bodycon leggings. That little peek of skin is sure to have everyone asking, “Where’d you get those?!”

Customer review: “Love everything about these: the look, the feel, the fit, and the style.”

Seamless Design

Wolford Perfect Fit Leggings

Perfect Fit Leggings

Seamless Design

Wolford Perfect Fit Leggings

Pros
  • ProNo gusset seams
  • ProExtremely durable
Cons
  • ConHigh price tag

We want you to always splurge on your comfort, and leggings are no exclusion to that rule. Your legs will thank you for the luxurious fit.

Customer review: “Highly recommend can be dressed up or down. Wolford perfect fit legging excellent quality. Bought 2 pairs so far & going to buy more, a wardrobe must have.”

Sheer Skirted

Eleven By Venus Williams Kudos Outskirt Capri

Kudos Outskirt Capri

Sheer Skirted

Eleven By Venus Williams Kudos Outskirt Capri

Pros
  • ProMade from recycled water bottles & organic cotton
  • ProUPF 50 to block ultraviolet rays
Cons
  • ConCapri length only

Your favorite leggings meets your favorite tennis skirt. These capris are essential to help you stay active on and off the court.

Customer review: “Great fabric—substantial for the leggings, yet super comfortable. Skirt is light and fun with perfect coverage. Love the outskirt capri.”

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Fit and Flare

Aerie Real Me Crossover Flare Laggings

Real Me Crossover Flare Laggings

Fit and Flare

Aerie Real Me Crossover Flare Laggings

Now 40% Off

Pros
  • ProCrossover fitted waistband
  • Pro3 length options

Flare leggings or yoga pants? Call them whatever you like as long as you get a pair. These will hug every part of you in all the right ways.

Customer review: “These fit me better than I ever could have expected, and I loved that there was a “long” option, as leggings usually aren’t long enough for my legs. I was also a huge fan of the crossover waist and the overall material. Would definitely recommend!!!”

Seamless Scrunch

Alphalete Amplify Leggings

Amplify Leggings

Seamless Scrunch

Alphalete Amplify Leggings

Pros
  • ProLots of color options
  • ProNo front seam
Cons
  • ConScrunch detail not as pronounced

Leggings are all about the booty. The scrunch booty-lifting detail is sure to show off your best ass-et.

Customer review: “My items arrived promptly & I love my new leggings! Great quality!”

4-Way Stretch

Fabletics PureLuxe Maternity Leggings

PureLuxe Maternity Leggings

4-Way Stretch

Fabletics PureLuxe Maternity Leggings

Pros
  • ProChafe-resistant fabric
  • ProPockets
Cons
  • ConWaistband may slide down

Growing life requires leggings that grow with you in every trimester. Feel no restrictions as you bump around in Lamaze classes or on your daily walks.

Customer review: “I lived in these leggings while I was pregnant!!! Super comfortable for running errands & weight training.”

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Crisscross Bodycon

Live The Process Orion Cutout Legging

Orion Cutout Legging

Crisscross Bodycon

Live The Process Orion Cutout Legging

Pros
  • ProVibrant color options
  • ProUnique design
Cons
  • ConRuns small

You’ve worked hard for where you are, so why not show it off? The symmetrical cutouts will have you doing a double-take in the mirror.

Customer review: “I love. Obsessed.”

Versatile Function

Athleta Elation 2 in 1 7/8 Tight

Elation 2 in 1 7/8 Tight

Versatile Function

Athleta Elation 2 in 1 7/8 Tight

Pros
  • ProHidden back pocket
  • ProUPF 50+
Cons
  • ConFabric may be thin for some

This skirt-legging combo is all about keeping it cute and covered. It may be the cutest, modest option we’ve seen yet.

Customer review: “These are amazing. So soft. Pass the squat test. Will buy more.”

Carry ’N Go

FP Movement Trail Cargo Leggings

Trail Cargo Leggings

Carry ’N Go

FP Movement Trail Cargo Leggings

Pros
  • Pro4 functional pockets
  • ProWarm knit fabric
Cons
  • ConThicker than typical workout leggings

Worry no more about where you’re going to put your keys, a little cash, or that cool rock you found while hiking. These leggings have got you covered…in pockets.

Customer review: “I absolutely love these. They are definitely thicker than your regular leggings. The pockets add just some extra flair, and I’ve gotten a lot of compliments on them.”

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Power Lounger

Victoria’s Secret Love Cloud Ruched Legging

Love Cloud Ruched Legging

Power Lounger

Victoria’s Secret Love Cloud Ruched Legging

Pros
  • ProInterior waistband pocket
  • ProMoisture wicking fabric

You go all out when you train, so you need leggings to match that energy. Choose prints over solids for your next sweat session.

Customer review: “These leggings are so comfortable. True to size. Enough stretch, but enough to hold you in as well. Love them! Bought in 2 colors.”

Lace-Up Front

Year Of Ours Ribbed Football Leggings

Ribbed Football Leggings

Lace-Up Front

Year Of Ours Ribbed Football Leggings

Pros
  • ProNumerous color options
  • ProMoisture wicking fabric
Cons
  • ConThicker than typical workout leggings

You had me at adjustable. Lace-up waistbands inspired by athletic uniforms are just what you need to get your head in the game.

Customer review: “Makes you look great from any angle.”

Graphic Print

Reebok Cardi B Tights

Cardi B Tights

Graphic Print

Reebok Cardi B Tights

Pros
  • ProVibrant color
  • ProMade from recycled materials

Make money moves in these print leggings by Cardi B. The vector design highlights the best contours of you.

Customer review: “I love these tights, very comfortable, great fit and I would order them again in every color.”

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Italian Perform

Vaara Bonded Sports Legging

Bonded Sports Legging

Italian Perform

Vaara Bonded Sports Legging

Pros
  • ProBonded seams for durability
  • ProQuick drying
Cons
  • ConHigh price tag

The bonded seams can withstand your HIIT workouts and on-the-go lifestyle.

Customer review: “My favourite. Perfect as a set.”

Cult Following

Gymshark Whitney Everyday Pocket Leggings

Whitney Everyday Pocket Leggings

Cult Following

Gymshark Whitney Everyday Pocket Leggings

Now 40% Off

Pros
  • ProPocket
  • ProSize inclusive
Cons
  • ConLighter colors may be sheer

Everything you want in a pair of leggings can be found right here with the pocket, pretty colors, and buttery soft feel

Customer review: They feel so nice on, they compress in the right places but don’t feel uncomfortable at all. I’m very happy with them.

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