There are so many choices out there when it comes to workout leggings, how can you know which ones will work for you without purchasing and returning them over and over again. Most people also don’t have the luxury of buying ten pair at once to try them all out. And, if you are new to working out, returning after an injury, or postpartum, it can be hard to even know what size to buy. Not to mention, being tall adds a whole other layer to the challenges.
I spent several months trying leggings to find just the right ones that didn’t show underwear lines too badly, were buttery soft, and had a high enough waist band to not show my midsection when I raised my arms. Yes, I could have just bought long shirts, but I really love the crop top look (Find my picks for Best workout tops Here) and it’s flattering on my longer torso. So, here’s a list of a few of my favorite leggings that I found in my search.
Best overall – CRZY Yoga
Best running- Under Armour
Best fabric – LuluLemon
Best for beginners – Target
1. CRZ YOGA Butterluxe Super High Waist Leggings
Best Overall
These leggings are my go to for my everyday workouts; lifting, stretching and walking. They are made with material that feels super soft. They stretch in all directions without sagging and come very high on the waist to cover my midsection. The waistband had a seem that sits just above the hips and helps separate visually your booty from your back, giving it a slightly lifted appearance. At the time of this writing they scored 4.8 stars on amazon reviews with customers noting softness, leg length and waist length as the top reasons they love these leggings.
Best for: Tall girls and covering midsection
Material: 81% Polyamide, 19% Lycra
Exercise type: Lifting, stretching, walking
PROS:
- Super high rise waistband that won’t be roll down
- Thicker material than many amazon brands
- Long length 28” intended to sit at the ankle
- Affordable price tag
- They don’t sag in the crotch area
CONS:
- Material still shows lines when using certain underwear
- May not last for years
- No pockets
- Length may be too long for people under 5’7”
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- Most options
Lululemon Align High Rise Pant
These definitely offer specific sizing more than any other that I was able to find. They are high waisted, but not quite as high as I prefer. But they do offer a 25”, 28” and even 31” leg length making these a great option for anyone with extra long legs. They also offer beautiful color options and even some prints. These are well known for their superior quality fabric that can last years with a price tag that matches. Even though they are among the most expensive leggings, they may be worth it for some people to have specific sizing, thick quality material and trending color option.
BEST FOR: Specific sizing and long leg length
MATERIAL: 80% Nylon, 20% Lycra Elastane
EXERCISES: Stretching, Strengthening and relaxing
PROS
- Extra long leg length
- Quality durable material
- Well known brand
- Lots of color and print options
- Will last longer than most
CONS
- Price tag is high compared to most others
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- Best For Stay at Home Moms
Womens Super Flex High Rise ⅞ pocketed Leggings All in Motion
These leggings are a great choice for stay at home moms. With a reasonable price tag and features like key pocket and side pockets, these leggings are great for at home workouts or simply every day wear. They say high waist, but on me, they still fell about 2 inches below the navel. The leg length is ⅞ not full length so on tall girls they can end up looking more like ¾ length. They also usually have matching tops you can find here, which I love. Even when I don’t leave the house, I still want to feel cute and athletic.
BESTFOR; Lounge and playing pretend with the kiddos 🙂
MATERIAL: 76% recycled polyester, 24% spandex
EXERCISE: Stretching, and lounge
PROS
- Cute matching tops
- Affordable price tag
- Great for everyday
CONS
- Not high enough waist for some
- Shorter leg length
- Thin Fabric
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- Best Running
Under Armour Velociti leggings
These are my go-to running leggings. The moisture wicking material is perfect for running, especially in hot humid areas. Also the deep side pocket keeps my phone secure without it bouncing around and bothering me on runs. These also hold up really well, some of mine have even lasted through years of running long distances. They are middle of the road as far as price is concerned, so these are a great choice for anyone who wants something that will last without a huge price tag. The waist band also sits about midway up on me, hitting right at the navel. The leg length is great as well coming all the way to my ankle. If you do any sort of warm weather running or walking, these are a great option.
BEST FOR : Hot weather
MATERIAL: 77% Polyester, 23%Elasstane
EXERCISE : Running