

The leggings are made of Under Armour’s UA RUSH fabric, a stretchy blend of polyester and elastane. And thanks to their unique design, they fit better than most compression tights. Under Armour’s UA RUSH SmartForm Leggings are tight, sweat-wicking, and breathable. Sizes: 0-20 | Inseam Length: 23-31 inches | Color Options: 16 | Material: Everlux fabric (nylon, lycra elastane) | Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low | Compression Level: High | Pockets: One waistband pocket With that many choices, it’s easy to nab a version of the leggings you love-in a size, length, and color that suits you perfectly. We like that the leggings come in a range of sizes and four inseam lengths to further help you find your ideal fit. And the fabric held up in the wash throughout our four-week testing period, even after washing the pair multiple times a week. Unlike some lululemon leggings, we love that these are washer- and dryer-friendly for easy cleaning. The hidden waistband pocket is perfect for holding essentials like cards and keys. The tights also boast an adjustable drawcord, allowing you to get a more customized fit.

The leggings fit true to size, but if you're not used to very compressive leggings, they may feel small. That being said, even though the leggings are thick, they're still exceptionally sweat-wicking-even during sweatier HIIT workouts our sweat dried quickly and never pooled. But it also means that they may be too hot for outdoor exercise in warmer weather and are better suited to indoor workouts in air conditioning or exercise in colder weather. This means that the leggings are fully opaque and squat-proof, which makes them perfect for weightlifting. We even found these comfortable enough for Pilates and barre classes. They're our favorite pair of compression leggings that we tested because their fabric is compressive while still having four-way stretch, so you'll never feel constricted. Made from lululemon’s signature Everlux fabric (a blend of nylon and lycra) these leggings are compressive and great for higher-intensity workouts and strength training. We also interviewed three experts-a personal trainer, a yoga instructor, and an apparel expert-for buying tips and key factors to consider when looking for compression leggings. We then assessed each pair based on eight key factors: quality, opacity, fit, performance, durability, hold, material, and value. We wore each option while lounging, stretching, and doing various classic workouts, including yoga, brisk walking, high-intensity interval training, and more. We tested each pair for four weeks (and counting!). We tested 88 pairs of leggings at home, following Verywell's testing guidelines, to find pairs with the right amount of compression for every workout. And they’re packed with features (like padding or breathable panels) that will keep you comfortable as you work out. They offer the right amount of compression (light, moderate, or high) for your go-to exercises. Great compression leggings wick moisture, dry quickly, and boast chafe-free seams. They’re also comfortable, easy to clean, and well-suited to your favorite workouts. “This boosts the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, improving energy and reducing muscle fatigue.”īut the best compression leggings aren’t just tight. “Compression leggings increase blood flow from the lower body to the heart and back again,” Corey Lewis, CPT, personal trainer and CEO of 1AND1, a health and wellness company, says. And like other compression garments, they’re thought to improve recovery and performance.

Compression leggings feel tighter and more supportive than standard leggings.
