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We wont sugarcoat it.
Morgan Johnson
This year has been tough.Gymsclosed, classes were cut, and races were canceled.
Working out seemed downright trivial.
For a while, maybe, we all lost motivation.
But then something incredible happened: We got up and got moving again.
Any class that could did move outside.Runnersput on masks and took to the streets.
And everywhere, bedrooms and living rooms turned into ministudios.
Because at the end of the day, we deserve to sweat and move.
Keep reading for the best workout leggings of 2020, all winners of our SELF Certified Awards.
Sizes: XSXL
Read our fullreview of the Asics Tokyo Highwaist Tights.
Our judges found these leggings to offer all the essentials and not much else.
Sizes: XSXXL
Read our fullreview of the Old Navy High-Waisted Compression Leggings.
Theyre a tight fit, so wear them for your sweatiest workouts.
Sizes: XS2XL
Read our fullreview of the Nike Epic Luxe Tights.
New Balance knows what runners and gym fanatics craveand these leggings offer just that and nothing extra.
Read our fullreview of the New Balance Determination Academy Tights.
brand has done it again.
These leggings are smooth, soft, and very stretchyperfect for your bendiest yoga classes.
Sizes: 014 (XXXSXXL)
Read our fullreview of the Lululemon Invigorate Tights.
And wow, these didnt disappoint.
Sizes: XS-3X
Read our fullreview of the Spanx Every Wear Icon 7/8 Leggings.
Sizes: XS-XL
Read our fullreview of the Hoka One One Performance Crop Tights.
Bonus: There are slit pockets on both thighs and one at the back.
These leggings find that perfect balance between stretch and compression.
Sizes: S3X
Best Performance Tights: P.E.
Nation Aerial Drop Leggings
P.E.
Nation Aerial Drop Leggings
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If youre in the mood to splurge, these are the legging for you.
Our judges loved the bold pattern on these and the compressive fabric that really kept everything held in place.
They tend to run small, so if youre between sizes, go up.
A super-high waist makes them extra flattering.
Read our fullreview of the Brooks Momentum Thermal Tights.
Aside from the design, the one thing our judges couldnt stop raving about was the fabric.
Its super soft, antimicrobial, and great for cooler weather.
Get your hands on these.
Sizes: XXSXXL
Read our fullreview of the Under Armour Meridian Joggers.
These will do just fine.
The only drawback: We wish they had pockets.
