Sure, workout leggings can be fashionable [1], but now they can also be functional. The fitness industry has seen a lot of advancements in virtual workouts and at-home equipment [2], and now that innovation has made its way to workout clothes. Comfortable, breathable, and durable [3] are no longer enough to make leggings stand out. Those things are still important in a pair of workout pants, but the competition just got much stiffer. From increasing intensity to aiding in recovery, your pants can now play a larger role in your fitness routine. Here are five innovative leggings that will help you get the most out of your workout.
Wearable X Nadi X
Take your at-home yoga practice [4] to the next level with Wearable X Nadi X [5] ($249) yoga pants. These unique leggings feature integrated sensors that guide your form, flow, and focus through gentle vibrations. The corresponding app comes with a variety of workouts to choose from and gives audio instructions for each pose based on feedback from the sensors.
AGOGIE Resistance Pants
Training with resistance bands [6] can help you build strength and burn fat, and now they come in pants. AGOGIE Resistance Pants [7] ($130) have actual resistance bands built into them and come in two different resistance levels: +20 Resistance [8] and +40 Resistance. The bands add resistance with every move, which activates more of your muscles and allows you to burn more fat and calories. Try them with your next workout, and you'll feel the difference [9].
Emma Lou Sculpt & Sweat Yoga Pants
Emma Lou Sculpt & Sweat Yoga Pants [10] ($75) target your lower stomach using a blend of neoprene fabrics in a contouring waistband. The brand claims they'll help you sweat off excess water weight, reduce bloating, and increase fat oxidation.
Intelligent Threads Relaxer Yoga Pants
Are tight or sore muscles getting in the way of your fitness routine? These Intelligent Threads Relaxer Yoga Pants [11] ($300) use a myo-equilibration technology infused into the fibres of the material to help relax your muscles as you work out. This can improve your performance and promote faster recovery.
Élastique Athletics L’Original 7/8 Legging
The Élastique Athletics L'Original 7/8 Legging [12] ($187) is designed to boost circulation and stimulate lymphatic flow [13] through supportive compression and strategically placed MicroPerle™ beads. The result? They might actually help eliminate toxins and fatty buildup.