These high-waisted leggings will actually stay up when you’re working out

Tired of pulling up leggings that keep falling down? We’ve found the best activewear so you’ll never get distracted from your workout again with these 12 best high-waisted gym tights.

We expect a lot from our leggings. We want them to be squat-proof, lightweight and sweat-wicking, phone-carrying. If we’re running, we need compression. If we’re yoga-ing, they need to be breathable. And if we’re wearing them to pick up groceries at Tesco or heading out for a coffee, they need to look good.

And that’s why a decent pair of high-waisted leggings is such an investment. They’re our armour for nailing workouts and every day life. In fact, on any given day, you’ll see members of Strong Women wandering around the office in a pair of belly-button grazing Lululemons or cycling away to an IRL meeting wearing some just-tight-enough Spanx leggings.

With that in mind, these are our picks of the best leggings on the market for all bodies, sports and budgets.

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• Under Armour Meridian Ankle Leggings

  

  Ultra soft and breathable, these leggings are made with specifically engineered fabric that’s both stretchy and super-sweat wicking. That means no matter how brutal your workout, you’ll be dry again in no time (dead useful if you’re planning on leaving the gym without taking a shower). Oh, and they have built-in side pockets.

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• LNDR Chisel Light 7/8 Legging

  

  Looking for a pair that you can wear to work and to the gym after? Look no further. These seamless leggings are sculpting and compressing – meaning that they look fab and perform well. And they also use a higher grade of elastane, which means that you won’t peel them off post-workout to find scores etched into your waist.

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• P.E Nation Mastery Legging in Coffee Bean

  

  If there’s one brand of legging that looks incredible and genuinely stands up to performance, it’s P.E Nation. These are fancy-brunch-and-a-mimosa leggings. They’re also boxing/HIIT/reformer pilates-proof. Don’t believe us? Give them a try. They go up to an XXXL or UK size 18.

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• Lorna Jane Amy Phone Pocket Leggings

  

  These lightweight leggings are made of moisture-wicking and breathable fabric, making them comfortable enough for everything from strength training to lounging around the house. The thick waistband leaves no annoying gap at the top, too.

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• Lululemon Align High-Rise Tight Twist Waist Leggings

  

  For weightless, buttery-soft leggings that are easy to move in, Lululemon’s offering is ideal. With four-way stretch and a flattering twist waist that lies flat, these high-waisted leggings are ideal for stretching it out in a yoga class. 

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• Nike Air 7/8 Running Leggings

  

  If you’re after a more sustainable option, then look no further than the Nike Air 7/8 Running Leggings, which are made with at least 50% recycled polyester fibres. Designed with runners in mind, the comfortable fabric and reflective stripes on the ankles mean they’re perfect for an after work jog when the sun goes down. 

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• Fabletics Power Hold High-Waisted Leggings

  

  These leggings are asgood-looking as they are practical, and are made using moisture-wicking, four-way stretch fabric – making them super versatile. Whether you’re cycling or stretching, these leggings have got you covered.

  Shop Fabletics Trinity High-Waisted Pocket Legging, £89

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• Sweaty Betty Zero Gravity Leggings

  

  The internal cord in these Sweaty Betty leggings is a game-changer, allowing you to add as much extra support to the legging as you need. Designed for intense workouts, they’ll withstand deep squats, HIIT or running without falling down – and that’s without mentioning how much we love the variety of patterns. 

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• Adidas Sportswear Leggings

  

  Sometimes you can’t go wrong with a classic, so why buy anything other than Adidas’ most simple legging? They’re specially created to support you through whatever training you take on without slipping, rolling or chafing.  

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• Nimble Activewear All Day High Rise Leggings

  

  The clue’s in the name: you can wear these leggings all day for ultimate comfort. Made from recycled bottles, the material is high-coverage but with a naked sensation. Plus, the subtle seams help to hold everything in place without discomfort. 

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• Girlfriend Collective Compressive High-Rise Legging

  

  High-waisted, compressive AND ethical? Girlfriend Collective checks all the boxes with these leggings. Their four-way stretch and compressive fabric (also made from recycled water bottles) makes them perfect for your favourite high-impact activities. They also come in two lengths – 23 3/4 inseam and 28.5 inseam – for the perfect fit.

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• Aybl Core Leggings

  

  These high performance compression workout leggings are designed for comfort and breathability. Their super high rise means that they’ll hold you in, whatever the intensity of your workout. 

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