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Full length leggings that stay up when running please!

40 replies

TheRookieMum · 07/05/2025 21:21

I'm 2 completely different sizes top and bottom, with a larger bottom half and small upper body. I'm looking for a new pair of full length leggings for running. Except I'm not a runner, just trying to return to some sort of exercise after a long time and my very old favourite leggings have finally given up on me. I struggle with all trousers really as they're never small enough around my waist after accomodating my bum. I'm not huge, just apparently oddly proportioned.

I want full length leggings, not this 7/8 stuff, dark solid colour that's not see through, and with some kind of ribbon or something to tie round my middle so they stay up and not just pre-washing! Sadly must also not cost a fortune.

Can anyone recommend some good leggings, please?

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ShaunaSadeki · 07/05/2025 22:04

Another vote for Sweaty Betty power here, I also have M&S good move and they are fine but not quite as good. Ronhill also always get recommended on these threads, but I can’t vouch for them personally.

IamChipmunk · 07/05/2025 22:03

Another vote for Tkkiboo. I have a few pairs, patterned and plain. They wash well and are not see-through at all. Also, have an adjustable waist.

comeundone · 07/05/2025 22:03

Lucy locket loves are my running leggings (size 12 but bottom heavy), they have zipped phone pockets and some have let sure pockets big enough for a phone, stay up well and wash well. Only downside is as they're manufactured in China there is some variability in quality, I've had a defective pair before, the CS team dealt with the issue brilliantly.

StMarie4me · 07/05/2025 22:03

ThatPeachSheep · 07/05/2025 21:47

https://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-run-tights-womens-451098

I have two pairs of these, they have a drawstring which keeps them in place. Really good for the price.

I’ve had my Karrimor like this for 12 years and still going strong!

Twillywoowooo · 07/05/2025 21:59

Three requirements for running leggings:

1 drawstring waist
2 stash pocket on side for phone
3 zipped back pocket for keys etc

recommend m and s for budget and sweaty Betty power for pricier option. Both are great. Any brand that tells you they will stay up is for people with super flat abdomens.

FloraBotticelli · 07/05/2025 21:59

Always recommend Sweaty Betty power leggings - they’re the best and worth saving up for! But definitely look out for a half price sale, they happen fairly often, and look through all the colours as some are cheaper.

Also USA Pro stuff at Sports Direct isn’t too bad - pretty good for the money.

Needapadlockonmyfridge · 07/05/2025 21:58

Sturdy by Design and Tikiboo have drawstrings.
I find the Ewedoos ones from amazon really good too - and very reasonable. They stay uo well.

SiobahnRoy · 07/05/2025 21:57

The best running leggings I've ever had for running were from Asos, lovely high waist and not expensive

bluesatin · 07/05/2025 21:56

Fooshufflewickjbannanapants · 07/05/2025 21:23

Think mine are llama leisure, staying up admirably during my couch to 5k!

Mine are llama leisure too; I've chosen the jazziest patterns they have.

eyeswide21 · 07/05/2025 21:55

Nike One leggings!

TheChosenTwo · 07/05/2025 21:52

I swear by and will always recommend the sweaty Betty power leggings. Possibly more than you want to spend but I love mine, just own black pairs but they do quite a few other solid colours (aswell as some awful garish patterns!!). They go in the sale quite often though if you’re not too fussy.

Notsoblonde · 07/05/2025 21:48

Nike, tikki boos, and Aldi are my go to ones, I get loads on Vinted and most have tags still on them.