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Over the course of three years, the Telegraph Recommended team (Abigail and Rebecca) have tested countless pairs of gym leggings from every leading brand whilst running, cycling and strength training. You may have noticed that people generally talk about good gym leggings in terms of what they don’t do – ie, fall down or bunch around your ankles – rather than what they do. The best pairs operate like a second skin, keeping you warm (but not too warm) if you’re training outside and cool if you’re in the gym, dry and comfortable. They offer a zero-distractions fit that allows you to focus on the exercise at hand. Which are the best women’s gym leggings? We’ve tested over a hundred pairs over the years, from the good to the bad and the alarmingly see-through. (We’ve also tested the best running shoes, the best exercise bikes and the best sports bras.)
Before trying these leggings, I only associated Peloton with fancy treadmills and cheesy American coaches. Oh how that has changed. They’re totally opaque and have a flattering, slightly matte finish that’s soft to the touch. The fit is slightly compressive, with minimal seams and a wide waistband that makes me feel confident but not constricted. You know, I never thought we’d see the day when butt-sculpting leggings exist—much less over 20 different iterations from activewear brands we know and love. But here we are! And I have to admit, this is one bizarre TikTok fashion trend I can get behind. I mean, what’s not to love about comfortable, high-performance leggings that help accentuate your booty by strategically placing textured fabrics, seams, colors, and lifting materials in all the right areas?