Let me state this plainly: there are women’s workout leggings that don’t work for some people and there are terrible leggings, such as the chair at my studio covered with lost and abandoned leggings, ranging from leggings that slide down and sag, or leggings that simply are so uncomfortable.
The moment I put on the right women’s gym leggings, I wondered to myself how nobody has told the world how revolutionary they are. So, this is the practical and passionate viewpoint of someone who has experienced far too much disappointing seams and here is the info you need.
How do these compression leggings work?
It was a moment of magic the first time I pulled on well designed compression leggings. The moment the fabric hit my skin, I almost cried. Gone was the absurd wedging, the awkward flapping tissue, and in its place stood a divine feeling of support and blood flow. Their purpose is not to squeeze, rather to provide support. Imagine the sensation as a high five to your muscles. And yes: they do work towards faster recovery post HIIT or long runs.
The Realistic Effect of Workout Leggings
A number of companies brag about compressing almost every inch of a fabric but a high majority forget about the fabric’s arrangement, stitching or the fabric blend. Performance women’s workout leggings uplifts the lungs, only stretches when and where desired, and retains its form after dozens of washes. You will appreciate the difference when squatting or pacing through side lunges.
Fabric of Workout Leggings
I know, I’ve worn leggings for every and all studios: Cotton blends leggings that absorb sweat and hug your thighs, polyester that’s well blended and wicks sweat, all four ways stretch fabric.
This actually works
Blended polyester leggings with a moisture-wicking finish that stays dry, sleek, and lightweight.
Polyester leggings that are recycled, soft, and with dense fabric: You know that feeling, the wonderful feeling, your conscience is at peace. Brushed ultra soft that is soft on the skin.
One time I came for a chilly outdoor bootcamp and had borrowed a pair with that brushed lining. I thought I was in pajamas but wore it for a workout.
Some Grand Designs That Don’t Suck
Amazing high waisted leggings are supportive, won’t roll down and will never drag passive for core workouts. That confidence counts. But other times, mid-rise is just more relaxing, particularly when bending, lunging and doing kettlebell swings. You want freedom of movement, not a fabric war.
Pockets
Sketch out the waistband for the bottom half of sketch two in the middle of the page for deep side pockets. Just deep enough to hold my phone.
This fusion waistband has two slanting zip pockets to tuck things into. Fanny packs are a fashion disaster. Although I won’t wear a full cargo pant let me put my ID or lip balm somewhere that won’t flop or fall.
A Few Real World Tips I Swear By
These are things I would say to a friend to help over a cup of coffee, not on a product page:
Jump, stretch, and lunge. Go on, squat before you buy.
- A number of the materials and fabrics look and feel great standing up but become ridiculous transparent whilst seated so ensure to get the right buy.
- Cold wash and air dry. Elastic, even, the simple rule to keep them working for the long run is you must not put them in the dryer.
- The waistband. If you can see the wrinkles above the belly button when seated, it is not true high rise, it will fall down.
If you prefer the post workout look with no to little shining compression on. Buy Matte, it ages a lot better and looks better after a workout.
How Gravity Force Evaluates Leggings
At Gravity Force, our focus is not a discount race, it is engineered comfort. We listen to real women trainers, marathoners and new moms, use movement patterns to create features of the leggings.
Conclusion
It goes without saying, purchasing women’s gym leggings is not only a style but an investment in the movement, confidence and longevity of your body. The right leggings, especially compression ones, should help in muscle support, faster recovery and in shifting your focus into more important things than fit adjustments. The Gravity Force fitness leggings should serve their purpose as the muscle, not the distraction.
So sift through the fabric, try the waistband, perform a squat test and repeat the steps in store and post purchase. You will know the moment you put them on, and they just work. When you do, just like I predicted, you will learn to stick to them, love them and perhaps tell me so I know my job was done well.
