Women’s Sports Leggings

Lay down the foundations of your workout wear with indispensable women’s sports leggings. Explore our selection, which is packed with premium materials, cooling and moisture-wicking fibres and popular brands. Look out for top-performing Goodmove leggings alongside iconic staples from Reebok and adidas, and turn to Sweaty Betty for on-trend silhouettes and fun prints. Choose from mid and high-waisted designs and find fashion-forward elements too, including wrap detailing and go-faster stripes on the leg for a retro-inspired finish. 

Whether you’re a track and field fanatic or simply enjoy a jog in the park, check out our running leggings for high-tech pieces that maximise performance. Compression leggings gently support and massage your muscles for improved circulation, while quick-drying yarns provide UV40+ protection too. There are handy phone pockets for keeping devices safe, and zipped compartments to tuck away keys and coins. If aerobics, yoga or pilates are your thing, our gym leggings give you confidence during routines, made from blackout material that stays opaque as you stretch and bend. Our 7/8 cropped leggings will see you through those dynamic sessions and warmer days. For a briefer silhouette, shop our women’s sports shorts for cycle-style options and specially designed underwear incorporating Cool Comfort™ technology to keep you comfy while exercising.

To achieve a sculpted aesthetic and minimal friction, discover our seamless leggings that are gentle on sensitive skin and feature four-way stretch and soft-touch fabric. Contemporary touches include herringbone knits, cut-out panels and uplifting prints. Co-ordinate your leggings with your kit courtesy of a versatile colour palette, including vibrant block shades and eye-catching motifs.

Women's Sports Leggings FAQs

What are sports leggings?

Sports leggings for women are specially designed pieces of your athletic kit that help you perform at your best, whatever activity you favour. Several features help you tell sports leggings apart from fashion or loungewear styles. First, there’s the breathable, moisture-wicking and squat-proof fabric that tends to be heavier in weight. Second, there’s the comfortable fit with flat or minimal seams and non-rolling waistbands. Last, you’ll find handy details like phone pockets and mesh air vents.

What are compression leggings?

While regular sports leggings focus on comfort and ease of movement, compression leggings take care of your muscles. These styles are expertly made from specialist fabrics that apply targeted therapeutic pressure to your lower body. This boosts circulation and supports your muscles to prevent injury, reduce muscle tiredness and minimise post-workout soreness. Along with all of that, compression leggings help sculpt and smooth your figure, so you can be sure of a flattering look.

What leggings are good for exercise?

The best choice of sports leggings for you will depend on the type of activity you do. Compression leggings are top picks for runners, while cropped styles with plenty of flex keep you comfy in the gym. For tough hikes in changeable weather, reach for full-length designs made from water-repellent materials. Thanks to flared shapes, crossover waistbands and reliable coverage, studio leggings help you reach challenging yoga poses or sink into deep pilates stretches without distractions.