Materials: Polyester, Spandex | Sizes: XS to XXL | Rise: High | Care: Machine wash, tumble dry low or lay flat to dry | Our Overall Rating: 5/5 Materials: Polyester, cotton, Spandex | Sizes: XS to 3X (2-26W) | Rise: High | Care: Machine wash | Our Overall Rating: 4.8/5 We love that these leggings don't pill or shrink in the wash. But after several wears and washes, we noticed that a few threads started to come loose along some of the seams. When it's cold and rainy, wearing fleece-lined leggings and high-quality waterproof sneakers goes a long way. Our favorite layer for a chilly drizzle is lululemon's Fast and Free High-Rise Fleece Tight. During testing, the water-repellent fabric kept us warm and dry during a long, wet hike in Iceland.

Materials: Polyester, Spandex | Sizes: XS to 1X | Rise: High | Care: Machine wash | Our Overall Rating: 5/5 Since they're made with cotton, we recommend these leggings for low-impact activities. They're not ideal for running or working up a sweat. We noticed some pilling on the inner thigh after the first wash, although the seams and other details of these leggings seemed fairly durable. Materials: Recycled polyester, Spandex | Sizes: XS to XL (2 to 16) | Rise: Mid | Care: Not listed | Our Overall Rating: 5/5 If you're a new cold-weather runner, you need compressive, fleece-lined leggings that are warm and built for high-intensity workouts. We recommend Under Armour's Women's ColdGear Authentics Leggings because they're made from breathable, lightweight polyester and Elastane that provides a second skin-like fit. A secure waistband keeps them up and in place from Mile One to Mile 10.Fleece-lined leggings are only waterproof if they've been finished with a water-repellent coating, like lululemon's Fast and Free High-Rise Tight. We realized that the waistband tends to slip down during high-impact activities, so we don't recommend these for running or intense workouts. We like that UGG's Ashlee Double Knit Legging is squat-proof and durable—however, they weren't very stretchy and ran fairly small. Materials: Polyester, Spandex | Sizes: XS to 3X (0-22+) | Rise: High | Care: Turn inside-out and machine wash separately on a cold delicate cycle, tumble dry low | Our Overall Rating: 4.9/5 Opacity: We grab the material and pull it in multiple directions. Next, we perform a few squats to test the leggings' elasticity and opacity. Can we see our underwear color, pattern, or lines through the leggings when we bend down? The fabric should be very stretchy and solid, with no signs of sheering out.

Best for anyone who tends to overheat easily. We'd recommend these for most types of exercise, from walking to skiing. As a seasoned health and fitness writer, Lindsey Lanquist understands how vital quality product recommendations can be. She is careful to recommend products that are reliable, comfortable, and genuinely well-reviewed by those who’ve tried them. Gailcat Roomy & comfortable. Very pleased with these thermal leggings. Soft and comfortable. I went for size 16 and they are very generous - I can't stand anything tight and these are ideal.Best for everyday wear—think lounging, running errands, and going out to brunch when the temperature drops. Bisphenol A (BPA)is a chemical found in some types of plastic. Research has shown that exposure to high levels of BPA can lead to obesity, hormonal imbalances, and uterine cancer, among other health complications. In May 2023, the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) announced that, after testing, it found high levels of BPA in certain activewear pieces containing blends of polyester and spandex, including sports bras from Sweaty Betty, leggings from Nike, Athleta, Champion, Patagonia, and Kohl’s, shorts from Champion, Nike, and Adidas, and athletic shirts from Fabletics. We like that the thin fabric is breathable—however, we could see some slight underwear lines through these leggings. EmmaH78 Warm and cosy Love these leggings for wearing round the house or as an extra layer on cold days. Stretchy, cosy and a good fit.