to 4.7 stars: These workout leggings are excellent—they might have minor flaws, but we still recommend them. Whether you're hitting the gym or going for a sportswear inspired look for a lunch-date with friends, there are so many ways to style sports leggings. Any weight loss from wearing a waist trainer is more likely to be due to increased sweating than to any loss of body fat. A blog post from the Royal College of Surgeons of England mentions that long-term use of a corset can also lead to the deformation of the rib cage. Digestive issues

Beyond Yoga’s Spacedye Love the Bump Maternity Midi Leggings fit like a dream. Made of a stretchy polyester-elastane blend, the leggings feel soft and comfortable. And they seamlessly transition from activity to activity, so you don’t have to change between errands and exercising.The most flattering workout leggings depend on a lot of things, including your body shape and size, the type of workout you're doing and personal preference. For the price, we’re happy to deal with these tradeoffs. And we’re excited to find great leggings in many sizes. We also love that the leggings come in 18 shades and prints—though we’d like to see more inseam options too. We wish they came in different inseam lengths. (The flare cut isn’t forgiving when it’s too short or long.) But that’s our only complaint. They’re comfortable, durable, versatile—and worth their price point.

lululemon’s SenseKnit High-Rise Running Crops are the most expensive leggings we tested. But they really impressed us. They fit like a second skin while still offering plenty of coverage. And though they’re designed for running, we found them great for various workouts. The brand's Legacy Leggings stood out when we tested 12 pairs of Gymshark leggings. And we especially love them for spin class. Though the leggings are sturdy and squat-proof, they’re also lightweight and breathable. So they’re perfect for cycling and other fast-paced activities.Degree by Reflex’s Fleece-Lined Leggings were our favorite budget-friendly fleece-lined leggings. They earned a perfect score in every key category, proving comfortable, durable, and squat-proof. But we found them a little too tight in the waist. If you’re looking for opacity, fleece-lined leggings are always a great bet. And Under Armour’s ColdGear Authentics Leggings deliver. The leggings proved completely squat-proof, staying opaque in every situation. And they showed no signs of moisture, even when sweat pooled behind our legs. In the end, we scored the leggings between 1 (would not recommend) and 5 (highly recommend) in a range of key categories, like quality, fit, feel, opacity, durability, and overall value. Then, we compared them based on score, style, and use case. We also turned to Jess Paris, NASM, CPT,and Equinox trainer Erika Hammond for general advice and recommendations on what to look for in workout leggings. ODODOS’s Cross-Waist Yoga Leggings were the budget-friendliest leggings that impressed us the most during testing. Made of a sturdy performance fabric, the leggings are stretchy, smooth, and comfortable to work out in. And their on-trend crossover waistband makes them great for everyday wear. Though the leggings showed no signs of thinning, stretching, or pilling, they didn’t feel very high-quality. And we found their double-layer gusset tight and uncomfortable. Still, for their budget-friendly price, we think they’re a worthwhile buy for petite exercisers. And since they come in several sizes and colors, you can find them in a style you love.