Please recommend some gym leggings

butler_helen

Evening all,

I've been hunting on the net for some decent gym trousers, I need tight ones (like leggings) not bothered how long they are but i am a 16/18 so they need to be stretcy, however I have a pair and because my tummy doesn't stick out enough they fall down i.e. when I am running they go around my hips and show off my belly. This happens even in a 16 and I didn't fit the 14.

I've tried the Adidas climacool range but they come up really really small, so what do you ladies recommend? I'd rather something very mse but I am willing to pay for quality as they get worn and washed three times a week.

londonsurrey

Pineapple do leggings. They're meant to be danced in, and hold up decently.

jenniewb

Adidas do come up small, I just get the next two sizes up. I find adidas work out better for me as they have better wicking effects (take sweat away from the skin) and show sweat less then other brands. Look for the Clima-Cool range, this is their sweat wicking stuff.

Nike are good and size wise are more correct but do seem to have a smaller rise so not so great for those of us with larger backsides! The dri-fit stuff seems hit and miss, they all work well but some show sweat patches and others don't. Try instore before you buy is my best advice, the BeFast range was my favorite but they've stopped selling this since the sale. Sports Direct have it in but its too expensive at their prices IMO.

SweatyBetty have some great pants in but tend to be on the smaller size.

Reebok are OK, not so good at wicking though last time I tried (3 years ago).

Theres always Sports Direct and TKMaxx if you've got all the time in the world to search for things, failing this M&M direct or Ebay?

If your looking for a certain fit or type be sure to match your kit to your workout. If you know your going to me moving around alot, watch for lose wet fabrics (which you don't want) as this can cause chaffing and skin pain. I'd advise tigher stuff, maybe trying longer fitted tops if your worried about your mid section but IMO don't be too worried about your figure, other people will be far too concerned about their own bodies. People rarely make fun of anyone else and if that does happen, it just makes the person looking appear sad, shallow and immature. I've actually yet to meet one of these types of people in all my (many) years of gym use and at least 15 different gym floors over the years. Please don't feel self concious over how you look, your in the same boat as many others who will be with you.

pinkmami

I have Adidas Clima Cool & I'm a size 10 & I agree they are a bit tight! Yet I only go running so I need something tight so they don't fall down. Another good thing about them is I might be a size 10 but after 3 kids I have a bit of a jelly belly & the tight waist certainly keeps the jelly in!

Saturnalia

I know you said leggings but I swear by Pineapple workout trousers, they come up to your waist, have plenty of lycra in them and are slightly bootcut. They are very comfortable, have a flattering fit, are smart enough to wear out and about and look good after years of wearing and washing.