Best running leggings for women: great ladies running tights

published 10 March 2020

Nothing screams new-year-new-you quite like investing in a new workout wardrobe. But with so many options available, how do you figure out the best running leggings for women?

It’s a constant struggle to find ladies running tights stretchy enough to sculpt to any body type, that don’t sag, shrink, become semi-sheer when stretched or slowly slip down over the course of a short jog around the block. Also, we all want running leggings with pockets!

We understand there are a lot of factors to consider when it comes to withstanding the wear and tear that both competitive and non-competitive sports create. But the truth is, no one likes paying big bucks for well known designer offerings, only for them to become unwearable after a few months.

Update:We've added adidas' 7/8 leggings into the mix - a design that forms part of their new Believe This 2.0 range. Ideal for those who prefer shorter workout leggings, this is a design that doesn't slip down, move or end up a little translucent across the bum area mid quad stretch. They're made using lightweight, moisture-absorbing Aeroready fabric - sounds fancy - meaning you can worry less about becoming a sweaty mess (from the waist down at least). Featuring adidas' classic 3 stripe design down the length of the leg, there's a range of matching bras and bralettes if you're looking to co-ordinate your outfit for the gym and complete the monochrome look.

Best running leggings for women: great ladies running tights

Which is why we’ve taken to trying out some of the best designs on the market from brands big and small. Now it’s your turn to let us know what you think by upvoting your favourites and downvoting those that just aren’t up to the job.

So whether you’re in it for the long-haul (hello marathon runners) or are simply attempting to dip your toe into the more often than not intimidating jogging pool for the first time, these are the running leggings you should consider.

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Best running leggings for women

adidas' 7/8 leggings - part of their new Believe This 2.0 range - might just be the design for you. Ideal for those who prefer cropped workout leggings, this is a design that doesn't slip down, tug awkwardly or end up a little translucent across the bum area mid quad stretch. Featuring adidas' classic 3 stripe design down the length of the leg,this spring/summer 2020 training collection offering really does epitomise the brand's iconic design credentials.

A brand trusted by runners up and down the country, 2XU are a top-notch brand offering running tights with an equally impressive price tag. That being said, there’s a reason athletes can’t seem to get enough of them. The brand claim their Refresh Recovery Compression Tights offer “superior gradient compression” which is said to stabilise muscles and promote increased blood flow for faster recovery. All we know is they’re super-comfy and offer some impressive flash sales.

When it comes to leggings, we find that often style is just as important as athletic performance. Tikiboo is brand raising the bar in both. If you’re after colour and variety, then thi might just be the brand for you, as the brand offer a range of vibrant leggings that have both a charity connection and others that are purely eye-catching. This rainbow pair are no exception. They’re even equipped with a handy zipped pocket, capable of carrying a large phone.

Established by, you guessed it, a bright spark named Mari, this female-founded sportswear brand has developed a range of products that stand up to the toughest of test conditions. Starting with sports bras and branching out into these sleek looking leggings, Maaree has been taking the running world by storm. The brand has stuck to a high-quality, limited range that does everything and more that you’d expect from a trustworthy pair of running tights.