Popsugar Health & Fitness Fitness Shopping Best Winter Workout Clothes For Women 24 Chic and Cosy Outerwear Pieces to Keep Warm While You Workout 8 June 2020 by Angela Law Image Source: nike.com As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Regardless of the season in the UK and Ireland, there's one thing for sure: outerwear is an essential part of your gym kit. With unpredictable weather, hauling yourself out of bed for a workout (let alone for a run around the park) can be tough — we get it. To make sure you don't skip a chilly workout session, even in the deep, dark depths of winter, we shopped the internet to find the best activewear pieces for the workouts when you just need a little bit of extra coverage. From brightly coloured fleece jackets to tech-friendly tops, light layers, and cosy jumpers, these must haves are perfect additions for your winter active wardrobe. Check out our top picks, ahead. Protest Revet Leopard Print Winter Jacket Image Source: protest.eu We love a warm puffer jacket with a sassy print, and the Protest Revet Leopard Print Winter Jacket (£105, originally £150) has both of those bases covered and is completely water resistant to boot. Protest Revet Leopard Print Winter Jacket £105 from protest.eu Buy Now Uniqlo Ultra Light Down Vest Image Source: uniqlo.com Lightweight puffer vests, like the Uniqlo Ultra Light Down Vest (£40), are essential for all seasons. Uniqlo Ultra Light Down Vest £40 from uniqlo.com Buy Now Sweaty Betty Retro Ski Headband Image Source: sweatybetty.com Nothing kills a runner's high quite like painfully cold ears, and that is where this Sweaty Betty Retro Ski Headband (£21, originally £30) comes in. Sweaty Betty Retro Ski Headband £21 from sweatybetty.com Buy Now The North Face Water Repellent 550 Down Crop Jacket Image Source: thenorthface.co.uk This The North Face Water Repellent 550 Down Crop Jacket (190, originally £180) is also water-repellent to keep you both dry and super warm. The North Face Water Repellent 550 Down Crop Jacket 190 from thenorthface.co.uk Buy Now L'URV Energise Me Parachute Jacket Image Source: fashercise.com This L'URV Energise Me Parachute Jacket (£81, originally £108) is designed to be thrown over your warm workout layers and will keep the rain at bay. L'URV Energise Me Parachute Jacket £81 from fashercise.com Buy Now FP Movement Diversion Love Sleeve Top Image Source: freepeople.com This FP Movement Diversion Love Sleeve Top (£40, originally £58) is the perfect light layer, and it even has thumb holes to add a little bit of extra coverage for your hands on chilly days. FP Movement Diversion Love Sleeve Top £40 from freepeople.com Buy Now M&S 4-Pack Cotton Rich Trainer Socks Image Source: marksandspencer.com Winter is the ideal time to upgrade your workout socks — we love these cosy and fitted M&S 4-Pack Cotton Rich Trainer Socks (£8). M&S 4-Pack Cotton Rich Trainer Socks £8 from marksandspencer.com Buy Now Nike Essential Packable Running Rain Jacket Image Source: nike.com This Nike Essential Packable Running Rain Jacket (£70) will keep you covered and dry on your runs. Nike Essential Packable Running Rain Jacket £70 from nike.com Buy Now FP Movement She Fly Solid Jacket Image Source: freepeople.com The FP Movement Apex Half Zip (£150) is a lightweight, anorak-style pullover that's very oversized and comfortable. While the outside feels like a water-resistant material, the inside is supersoft, plus, there is a hidden zipper pocket in the front. It's the perfect outer layer for a walk or trips to and from the gym. FP Movement Apex Half Zip £150 from freepeople.com Buy Now Adidas Helionic Down Hooded Vest Image Source: adidas.co.uk Puffer vests are great for those days when it's not quite cold, but definitely not warm. The Adidas Helionic Down Hooded Vest (£90) is a great choice because it's not bulky and it has a hood too. Adidas Helionic Down Hooded Vest £90 from adidas.co.uk Buy Now Sweaty Betty Elite Seamless Merino Run Hoody Image Source: sweatybetty.com This cosy Sweaty Betty Elite Seamless Merino Run Hoody (£115) will keep you warm on even the chilliest mornings. Sweaty Betty Elite Seamless Merino Run Hoody £115 from sweatybetty.com Buy Now Lululemon Cross Chill Jacket Image Source: shop.lululemon.com This superstretchy Lululemon Cross Chill Jacket (£198) is lightweight and perfect for wearing on runs. The jacket looks simple at first, but there are plenty of hidden features, like zipper pockets, as well as a secret hood that can be zipped away when not needed. There are also thumbholes so you can securely work out, and the entire jacket is water resistant. Lululemon Cross Chill Jacket £198 from shop.lululemon.com Buy Now H&M Hooded Running Jacket Image Source: www2.hm.com This H&M Padded Hooded Outdoor Jacket (£35) is made from a fast-drying fabric and has two zipper pockets H&M Padded Hooded Outdoor Jacket £35 from www2.hm.com Buy Now Lululemon x Roksanda Break New Ground 1/2 Zip Image Source: lululemon.co.uk Ideal for a rainy day, the Lululemon Break New Ground 1/2 Zip (£168) has plenty of room for layering underneath. Plus, it folds up into a small, travel-friendly pouch. Lululemon Break New Ground 1/2 Zip £168 from lululemon.co.uk Buy Now H&M Anti-Slip Yoga Socks Image Source: www2.hm.com You'll thank us for telling you about the H&M Anti-Slip Yoga Socks (£7) after your next barre or yoga class. H&M Anti-Slip Yoga Socks £7 from www2.hm.com Buy Now Sweaty Betty Glisten Bamboo Long Sleeve Gym Top Image Source: sweatybetty.com Made from Sweaty Betty's soft, warm, and eco-friendly bamboo fabric, the Sweaty Betty Glisten Bamboo Long Sleeve Gym Top (£50) is a great layering piece. Sweaty Betty Glisten Bamboo Long Sleeve Gym Top £50 from sweatybetty.com Buy Now Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 36 Image Source: nike.com Featuring a mesh material on top, the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 37 (£105) is a superbreathable choice, while keeping your feet warm. Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 37 £105 from nike.com Buy Now Gymshark Vital Seamless Leggings Image Source: uk.gymshark.com The bright colour of these Gymshark Vital Seamless Leggings (£40) is a refreshing take on a single-colour legging for when you want to mix it up. They're made of a thicker knitted material, so they're snug and flattering but still extremely comfortable, and will never go opaque while squatting. Gymshark Vital Seamless Leggings £40 from uk.gymshark.com Buy Now FP Movement Go For Gold Reversible Pullover Image Source: freepeople.com You'll never get tired of breaking a sweat in this FP Movement Go For Gold Reversible Pullover (£108), because it ticks both the cute and cosy boxes in a big way. The material is 100% cotton, so you know it's light and breathable, plus, it has side pockets (which are always welcomed). FP Movement Go For Gold Reversible Pullover £108 from freepeople.com Buy Now FP Movement Hit the Slopes Jacket Image Source: freepeople.com This cosy FP Movement Hit the Slopes Jacket (£158) features useful pockets for your keys and headphones. FP Movement Hit the Slopes Jacket £158 from freepeople.com Buy Now FP Movement High-Rise 7/8 Length Good Karma Leggings Image Source: freepeople.com The FP Movement High-Rise 7/8 Length Good Karma Leggings (£74) come in 27 different colours, so you're spoilt for choice. The leggings might look a bit small when you first receive them, but they're superstretchy and very comfortable. And while they're not squat-proof, they're ideal for walking, running, and lounging around the house. FP Movement High-Rise 7/8 Length Good Karma Leggings £74 from freepeople.com Buy Now ShoppingFitness ShoppingShoppableWorkout ClothesFitness GearWinter