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Leggings roll down from the waist when running 😩

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tulips27 · 09/11/2022 07:50

I run once or twice a week- nothing serious, I'm not "a runner" like a lot of you. But I'm having the issue that whatever leggings/joggers I wear will roll down while I'm running.

At first when I started out I was running in tracksuit bottoms and cycling leggings because I didn't want to spend any money, so I thought when I invested in running-specific leggings the problem would disappear. Well, I've now just bought two pairs of running leggings, and it's not any better. I had to finish my run yesterday holding the top up with one hand. I now can't return them, either, so that's annoying too. They do fit, they're not baggy or anything, and have a high waist and thick banding with support around the waist so I thought they would work.

Everything I wear just slides down and is distracting and also embarrassing! I have scarring on my abdomen that I really don't want to be flashing.

Has anyone encountered this issue and what brand did you buy that helped?

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PolkaDotMankini · 16/11/2022 15:07

I bought a pair of Sweaty Betty Power cropped leggings and a cheap pair from Decathlon off the back of this thread and have tested them out. These are the findings from my wardrobe:

Don't roll down
Sweaty Betty Power £52.50 in the sale
Decathlon Domyos women's fitness leggings £12.99
Ancient pair of fitness leggings from Sainsbury's TU

Do roll down
Fabletics Oasis high-waisted
H&M bum sculpting sports tights

Pic attached so you can get an idea of my body shape.

Leggings roll down from the waist when running 😩
WindyHedges · 16/11/2022 11:07

I love my old Primark running leggings with a drawstring tie. Can you fit a tie in somehow? Weave elastic through the fabric and tie it up, for example.

Setyoufree · 10/11/2022 09:03

I'm tall and long in the body and sweaty Betty don't work for me, can't pull them up quite high enough so they roll down.

Under armour with drawstring have been good for me, I get them in the sale.

I'll go and check out rainbow and sprinkles, thanks!

ARoastPotato · 10/11/2022 07:31

The only time I’ve had leggings roll down on me is when I was pregnant and they were too tight around the waist, I think people tend to buy smaller to avoid rolling as it’s fitted… anyway talking to friends we concluded that they roll when they’re too tight. So maybe try a bigger size? I’m not really a fan of sweaty Betty but I love lulu lemon and M&S

MangoBiscuit · 10/11/2022 07:31

Another vote for rainbows and sprinkles. I'm really tall, and long in the body, and they still don't slip down. Squat proof, really good thigh pockets, and they wash really well. I've had a couple of pairs for almost a year, wear them weekly, and they still look like new.

notacooldad · 10/11/2022 07:30

Sweaty Betty Power are the only ones that stay up on me
Mine roll down when I run. I only use mine for weights or yoga.

havingabubble · 10/11/2022 07:29

I used to always have this problem too and agree with some of the other posters to go for a drawstring on the waist, solved it for me!

Priminister · 10/11/2022 07:28

I found Sweaty Betty the worst for rolling down. I bought two pairs of their running leggings and they just constantly roll down so I can’t wear them. Lululemon wunder train are the only ones I’ve found which stay up.

Beanbagtrap · 10/11/2022 07:27

Braces

Slowgrowingelm · 10/11/2022 07:26

Also - are you wearing the right size? In the past I have noticed that sometimes leggings would start to roll if they were either two tight or too large.

Slowgrowingelm · 10/11/2022 07:23

Sweaty Betty as well. And they are high so they cover up all the lose skin from my pregnancies which is handy.

fellrunner85 · 10/11/2022 07:20

I really don't rate Tikiboo or those other colourful options - they seem to favour style over substance.

Decathlon Kalenji are the best budget option; Sweaty Betty Powers are great if you can spend a bit (lot) more.

DeliberatelyObtuse · 09/11/2022 16:24

Sweaty Betty power leggings are incredible. Once they are on they don't move 😊

HippyChickMama · 09/11/2022 09:19

I have this issue with tights, ordinary leggings and some knickers thanks to having a high waist, big hips and a caesarean overhang but I have some high waisted running leggings from Sainsbury’s and they never roll down when running. They only cost me about £7 in the sale and are plain black too which I prefer to neon colours

yepiamone · 09/11/2022 09:17

Snag. They do more than tights...

goldpendant · 09/11/2022 09:06

Sweaty Betty’s for me, zero gravity and power ranges both do the trick. All as good as new many years on.

Fabletics hopeless!

M&S okay but go thin quickly.

if you can invest, do.

PeloFondo · 09/11/2022 09:03

Sturdy by design stay up on me and have a drawstring

AngelsWithSilverWings · 09/11/2022 08:40

I've been running for 12 years and always had this problem. Tried expensive running leggings, Nike leggings and some cheaper ones from ASOS. Even bought an all in one suit as was so fed up but the material wasn't the best for running.

In the end I tried high waisted Next ones. Problem solved. Now have them in three colours.

LifeIsBusy · 09/11/2022 08:39

I love my rainbow and sprinkles ones. Make sure you follow the directions on the website and order a size smaller than you'd normally buy 😎

Wailywailywaily · 09/11/2022 08:36

Sweaty Betty for me. Nothing super high waisted as they just seem to roll over my apple shaped tum Blush

TheFormidableMrsC · 09/11/2022 08:31

I've got some Adidas ones with an inside drawstring which are fine and also some Hourglass range ones from ASOS which are really firm and high waisted.

Whatsinanamereally82 · 09/11/2022 08:23

Tikiboo are the best for this, decathlon have a drawstring too if you need a budget option. I have large stomach and small bum so terrible problems with rolling down. Tikiboo are by far and away my favourite

deeplybaffled · 09/11/2022 08:12

I have a tikiboo pair with a drawstring that stay put and a Lucy locket pair without drawstring that stay glued to me. That said, I am “blessed” with a big bum so they have plenty to be glued to!

Spudlet · 09/11/2022 08:10

You need a drawstring. If you don’t have one and you don’t mind cutting holes in your leggings, you can probably add one as most sports leggings have a lined waistband, you can cut two little holes in the lining and thread a drawstring through. Anything without a drawstring is hopeless for me!

DialsMavis · 09/11/2022 08:09

Sweaty Betty Power are the only ones that stay up on me (not tried M&S though). They are very expensive but there will be Black Friday sales soon. Mine are nearly 2 years old and 2 pairs on rotation are worn nearly all winter and still look and feel perfect

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