Whether you're exercising outside [1], or experimenting with new indoor gear (like a punching pad for boxing or a portable treadmill [2]), you'll need to wear something. And, if you're like us, that something is almost always leggings. Depending on the intensity of the workout, you may want something silky soft, a pair packing powerful compression, or even a combination of the two.
Since it's so easy to get tempted, we checked out the selection at Target, and found a ton of cute, under-$50 pants to kick your fitness fashion game [3] up several notches without busting a budget. With a full length of inseams from capri to long, see which leggings you'd most like to wear next time you're working out [4] — or working in [5] — ahead.
All in Motion Women's Sculpted High-Waisted Capri Leggings 21"
If you love high-intensity activities, the inseam panel on these All in Motion Women's Sculpted High-Waisted Capri Leggings 21" [7] ($30) makes sure your range of movements aren't limited in the least and the sweat-wicking fabric keeps you dry at the same time.
All in Motion Women's Contour Power Waist High-Waisted Leggings 26"
If you're looking for a new shade of leggings for spring, may we suggest a pair of these All in Motion Women's Contour Power Waist High-Waisted Leggings 26" [8] ($21, originally $28) in trendy sage or coral [9]?
All in Motion Women's Contour Curvy Brushed Back Ultra High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 25"
We'd proudly show off the pretty foldover waist on these All in Motion Women's Contour Curvy Brushed Back Ultra High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 25" [10] ($23, originally $30) with a matching longline bra [11], even if we're just working out at home.
Mizuno Women's Impulse 3/4 Running Tight
These compression Mizuno Women's Impulse 3/4 Running Tight [12] ($45) are great for running and weight training as they stay put and keep moisture away while you work out.
All in Motion Women's Seamless High-Waisted Leggings 24"
Sure, these All in Motion Women's Seamless High-Waisted Leggings 24" [13] ($23, originally $30) come in basic black but we love the ombré shades best like this lilac option and the rose and berry ones, too.
JoyLab Women's High-Waisted Printed 7/8 Leggings
Or add colour to a solid black leggings wardrobe with the soft pink JoyLab Women's High-Waisted Printed 7/8 Leggings - Assorted Pink [14] ($34) or the blue or pink snakeskin JoyLab Women's High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings [15] instead.
All in Motion Women's Printed High-Waisted Sleek Run Capri Leggings 21"
Sport these All in Motion Women's Printed High-Waisted Sleek Run Capri Leggings 21" [16] ($30, originally $35) on your next run. The perforations make them even more breathable as you go, and there's a zippered pocket at the waist to bring your phone along, too.
All in Motion Women's Sculpted Linear Laser Cut High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 25"
If you're doing a high-impact cardio workout class or interval training session, these moisture-wicking All in Motion Women's Sculpted Linear Laser Cut High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 25" [17] ($24, originally $32) support you on that journey.
All in Motion Women's Simplicity Mid-Rise Leggings
These All in Motion Women's Simplicity Mid-Rise Leggings [18] ($15, originally $20) work well for barre, pilates, or even at home dance workouts. Plus, they come in 12 colours, and regular and long lengths, too.
All in Motion Women's Contour Flex Ultra High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 25"
We'd pick up a pair of these buttery softAll in Motion Women's Contour Flex Ultra High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 25" [19] ($27, originally $35) for yoga — the lightweight, stretch fabric keeps sweat away as you contort into even the most challenging yoga poses.
JoyLab Women's High-Waisted Brushed Jersey 7/8 Leggings
The exposed seams on these JoyLab Women's High-Waisted Brushed Jersey 7/8 Leggings [20] ($34) add unique flair to standard leggings (and they look extra cute with the matching longline bra [21], too).
Mizuno Women's Full Length Tight
These high-performance Mizuno Women's Full Length Tight [22] ($50) work for a wide range of workouts with durable fabric that's not see-through either.
All in Motion Women's High-Waisted Cargo Leggings
Pick a pair of olive or grey All in Motion Women's High-Waisted Cargo Leggings [23] ($30, originally $40) for your next hike. The pockets on each thigh can hold all your goodies so you can go hands free.
All in Motion Women's Premium Elongate Ultra High-Waisted Curvy Leggings 25"
As the name hints, these new All in Motion Women's Premium Elongate Ultra High-Waisted Curvy Leggings 25" [24] ($40) have an elongated silhouette so they come up extra high for a smooth look from waist to ankle, without any actual cinched compression.
JoyLab Women's Ultra High-Waisted Laser Cut 7/8 Leggings
The design on these JoyLab Women's Ultra High-Waisted Laser Cut 7/8 Leggings [25] ($34) is subtle but the colours are definitely not, ranging from bright blue to this bold lime pair.
All in Motion Women's Contour Curvy High-Waisted Leggings with Power Waist
We love these All in Motion Women's Contour Curvy High-Waisted Leggings with Power Waist [26] ($25) because they really cinch in your midsection with a wide, mesh-lined waistband (and then contour to hug hips and thighs, too).
All in Motion Women's Premium High-Waisted Leggings
These pretty patterned All in Motion Women's Premium High-Waisted Leggings [27] ($30, originally $40) look great whether you're running errands or just walking around the neighbourhood instead.
All in Motion Women's Premium Ultra High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 23"
If side seams are your enemy, you'll want to opt for a pair of these All in Motion Women's Premium Ultra High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings 23" [28] ($30-$34, originally $40). Not only are there flat seams throughout, they're super soft, too.