The Results Are In, And These Are The Best Lululemon Leggings (2024)

WH associate commerce editor Lily Wohlner legit gets a new pair of leggings to test out every single week. But a major athleisure staple from her closet that she's stuck with is still Lululemon's Align leggings. "Nothing beats Lululemon's Align leggings," she says. "They're SO soft, they hug you in all the right places, and they look cute with everything." She owns them in multiple colors—that's how hard she goes for them.

These leggings are breathable and soft inside and out, and the fabric is stretchy and sweat-wicking, she says. Plus, they're available in three different styles: High rise, ribbed, and with pockets. While Lululemon says they're perfect for low-intensity workouts and casual wear, they're more versatile than that. Take it from Wohlner: "There's truly nothing like a good pair of all-black Aligns to get you through a sweaty workout."

Rave Review: "These are my favorite leggings ever. They're amazing quality and super soft. I own every color!"

These leggings are a hot purchase here at Women's Health. Both fitness editor Jennifer Nied and lifestyle director Lindsay Geller are major enthusiasts of Lululemon's Fast and Free High-Rise Tight. "While I love my Aligns for low-impact activities, these are my go-to leggings for runs of all distances," Nied says. "I also love the reflective detailing for the inevitable early morning or evening runs when the light dims." She says that they stay put for the entire run, even when her pockets are loaded with her phone and snacks.

Geller agrees. "These are my absolute favorite for running and walking because it has side pockets to hold my phone, keys, and any other essentials I might need," she says. "They're also my go-to travel pants since they're super comfortable and lightweight." So, yes, while technically these were designed for running because they're made with Lululemon's weightless Nulux fabric—they work for pretty much any time you want to prioritize comfort—which is probably all the time.

Rave Review: "I had my last pair of Fast and Frees for six years before needing to repurchase. These are the perfect durable legging that every endurance athlete dreams of. I love the higher rise of the waist and side pockets."

Designed for running and training, these leggings are made with their slick, seamless Luxtreme fabric to be low friction while you run or do other high-intensity activities at the gym. However, commerce editor Jasmine Gomez also loves these for the hidden pocket. "The deep hidden pocket is right in the waistband, so it's perfect for storing away my small essentials whether I'm heading to a workout or running errands," she says. "Their compression also makes them perfect for holding everything in place."

These leggings also have a hidden drawstring in the waist so you can adjust them to the perfect fit. "Plus, they stay dry—literally, they can wick sweat away in just a few minutes," she says. What's more, they're breathable and made with lycra fibers that stretch and aid in shape retention. And the stitching holds up despite many high-intensity workouts, a reviewer wrote. Another customer also said they stayed put on a run, which is a major plus.

Rave Review: "These are perfect for heavy weightlifting. There's heavy, stabilizing compression for back and legs, and no seam."

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The four-way stretch on the Instill tights makes these an amazing pick for a variety of occasions, between athletic workouts and chilling at home. (Versatility, am I right?) To make matters better, WH executive health and fitness director Jacqueline Andriakos approves these tights. "My latest favorite! They say they're made for yoga, but I do everything in them," she says. "The main reason is simply that they're soooo soft to the touch."

These high-rise tights have a back drop-in pocket—because leggings with pockets are everything—and gives off a hugged feel. They're similar to their Wunder Under collection, if you happen to be a fan, and they stay put, so you don't have to keep adjusting them during your yoga practice or spin class. One reviewer even calls these the "best lulu leggings I've owned" for their soft, thick fabric, and all-around flattering fit. Another plus? The fabric doesn't feel sticky while running.

Rave Review: "These are the best leggings I own. They are so comfortable and make my butt look great! They are so breathable and the color is very pretty. You can match them with anything."

I know, I know. Technically these aren't leggings (unless you want to call them really cropped leggings). But, these biker shorts are so stylish and comfortable that they had to be mentioned—especially because WH deputy editor of content strategy Amanda Lucci is a big fan of them. "I call these the Goldilocks of shorts. I owned five-inch and eight-inch bike shorts and neither of those were right for me, but these six-inch ones are perfect," she says. "I have big thighs that touch, so finding a length that doesn't ride up and annoy me can be hard." I hear that!

Other than that, these biker shorts that are designed for yoga come in six fun colors and patterns. They're buttery-soft, made with Lululemon's signature Nulu fabric, and the four-way stretch is helpful to wear during any workout you're conquering. Reviewers rave about how soft they are, and how amazing they feel (and look) on. One customer even said they're excellent for wearing under dresses to stop their thighs from chafing. Just in case you need more convincing, feel free to peruse through their 3,000 five-star reviews.

Rave Review: "They're super flattering, super comfortable, and I wear them to lift and run. These are always my go-to shorts."

These leggings, designed for yoga and training, are super supportive and legit made to feel like a second skin, Lululemon's website says. They're designed with four-way stretch to move as you do, and their fabric is quick-drying and sweat-wicking to stick with you through even the sweatiest of workouts. If you're a fan of high-rise tights, editorial assistant Addison Aloian totally recommends these ones—just know that the 25-inch inseam was created so this pair can sit right above your ankles.

Reviewers are total fans, too, with multiple writing that they're a mix of the Wunder Train and Align leggings. They give you the perfect feeling of compression and comfort, and the seams on the back will contour to your butt perfectly, a user wrote. More features that are total necessities—the back drop-in pocket and hugged feel.

Rave Review: "I love these leggings as they feel very similar to the Wunder Trains, but with a hint of the softness from the Aligns. I have upwards of 20 pairs of Lululemon leggings and these may be my new fave."

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You're not ready for your sweatiest training session until you buy these tights. The Wunder Train tights are made for high-intensity training and have medium support. Their Everlux fabric is soft and sleek, as well as fast-drying, sweat-wicking, and squat-proof. They're also literally built to survive most humid, low-airflow environments, so the sweat won't stay on you long. (This is proven, too—a reviewer wrote that the sweat stains are minimal!) Plus, the waistband has a drawcord so that these leggings stay in place, even for your *hardest* training sessions.

More good news? These babies are machine-washable. They hug your body and help you look and feel great, a user wrote. Another customer, who bought their first pair two years ago, says that they're still in amazing condition after consistently wearing them once or twice a week.

Rave Review: "I love that these are snug and create a snug fit around the waist/mid-section, but are still fitting and stretchy for my workouts. To put it plainly, I jog three miles on the treadmill and don’t have to adjust these leggings at all."

Every girl should have at least *one* pair of flared leggings in their wardrobe. They're amazing for traveling, lounging around, working out, and absolutely everything in between. True to their design, these mini-flared pants are made for yoga and being on the move—whether that's running errands, or going to brunch. The iconic Align Nulu fabric also makes a return in these pants, which are absolutely buttery-soft. Aaand they're also sweat-wicking, stretchy, and breathable, in case you were wondering. Plus, yes, there's a back drop-in pocket, in case you need to keep your phone or keys nearby.

One thing to keep in mind: These are the mini-flared pants, so if you kind of want flared pants but you're not ready to go all in yet, these are a happy medium to start with since the bottoms are a little more tailored. Reviewers say these are—shocker—extremely soft and comfy, and that they're a bit dressier than the average pair of Lululemon leggings. Aloian's a fan of these and says that she loves that they're made in regular and extra short leg length. "None of my fellow five-foot ladies will have to spend extra money to get them taken in," she says.

Rave Review: "These are my absolute favorite leggings ever. Super soft, excellent quality. I can wear these all day, every day."

Where are all my runners at? These leggings aren't called Swift Speed for no reason—they're built to propel you to your fastest speed. They're slick with low-friction support and they have four-way stretch for all of the stretching you'll do pre and post-run. When it comes to design, these are cropped, sitting at the calf, and have side drop-in pockets for anything extra you're bringing with you on your miles. (They're also made with reflective details for safety if you're on the roads.)

The leggings also feature a drawcord, too, which is easy to cinch—because there's legit nothing worse than having to constantly pull up your leggings while running. Perhaps best of all? There's no inseam. Reviewers go crazy for these leggings, as evident by the hundreds of five-star reviews. They're fans of the compression, with several saying they enjoy the feel and fit of the leggings. One reviewer says that they love that these stay up even when there's stuff in the pockets.

Rave Review: "I love these tights! The length is perfect, the compression is perfect. They're perfect!"

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• Lily Wohlner is the associate commerce editor at Women's Health.
• Jennifer Nied is the fitness editor at Women's Health.
• Lindsay Geller is the lifestyle director at Women's Health.
• Jasmine Gomez is the commerce editor at Women's Health.
• Jacqueline Andriakos is the executive health and fitness director at Women's Health.
• Amanda Lucci is the deputy editor of content strategy at Women's Health.

The most important thing to consider to determine which one is right for you is your workouts, Nied says. However, "you can't go wrong with either style of leggings," she adds.

Align leggings are made with Lululemon's Nulu fabric, "which is all about breathability, comfort, and a barely-there feel for low-intensity movement," she says. They're especially great for yoga or other less-intense workouts.

But the Wunder Train leggings, on the other hand, are made for very sweaty workouts because they're made with "fast-drying Everlux fabric and a waistband drawcord for no slip," she says.

It all comes down to comfort, though. The leggings you wear to any workout should be ones you feel comfy enough to train and perform at your best.

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