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7/8 leggings for the gym that don’t cost a fortune please?

32 replies

Frrrout · 19/01/2023 21:38

Suggestions please… I am back at the gym and need squat proof leggings that don’t cost a small fortune - yes, I’m looking at you Sweaty Betty 😑- there was a thread here a few weeks back but I can’t find it now. I think someone suggested tikamoon? Any others please?

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blondieminx · 19/01/2023 21:40

Matalan! Squat proof and groovy patterns. They tend to come up long (which is good for tall people like me!)

otherusername · 19/01/2023 21:52

I have found sweaty Betty leggings in tk maxx on occasion.

Frrrout · 19/01/2023 22:14

I’m tall too, so thanks for that!

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Motorina · 19/01/2023 22:41

Decathlon is your friend.

Kmwa · 19/01/2023 22:44

I recommended these on a thread(maybe the thread you mention you saw a few weeks ago) and the lady bought them after. They are amazing. Completely squat proof and supportive, loads of colour/style choice and reasonably priced. Definately size up though. www.next.ie/en/style/st628581/m38942#m38942

RampantIvy · 19/01/2023 22:45

M and S

Rosalindisafuckingnightmare · 19/01/2023 22:46

Vinted if you want the Sweaty Betties!

Copperoliverbear · 19/01/2023 22:46

My friend said sweaty Betty were in TK maxx but you can also use Clearpay on their website. X

pandora206 · 19/01/2023 22:48

IUGA Capri leggings from Amazon - amazing fit, very flattering and a great price. I prefer them to my Sweaty Bettys. I've also bought their yoga pants (which are the full length version) which are equally good. They're available in several colours too.

Smsquared · 19/01/2023 22:57

Have seen a bit of hype around Adanola. Not tried myself though!

WinterFoxes · 19/01/2023 23:00

Decathlon. Well made, very reasonable, last forever, non-see through. Mine have been in the wash literally hundreds of times and still look new and haven't lost their shape at all.

WestSouthWest · 19/01/2023 23:04

I get Fabletics 7/8 and Sweaty Betty 7/8 on eBay second hand. I never buy new - too expensive!

NeedWineNow · 20/01/2023 09:54

I buy mine from Primark and Sainsbury's Tu. Good quality and wash well. I also have cotton ballet leggings from Roch Valley for my ballet class and can confirm that they are squat (or plie) proof!

Frrrout · 22/01/2023 08:51

Thanks everyone…I wouldn’t normally even have thought of some of these places for gym leggings 🙂

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MariahsBaubles · 22/01/2023 09:22

Another vote for tk maxx and decathlon here.
Or if you are near an outlet store there are great prices. Eg there's a ASICS branch (and lots of other brands) in Wembley near the stadium, loads of parking. I think there are similar outlets all over the country

UnaVaca · 22/01/2023 09:23

Sweaty Betty have good sales

dreamingofsun · 22/01/2023 11:04

M and S. Though i've also bought from landsend and LIDL - which are still going strong after several years.

Bullshot · 22/01/2023 14:24

Sundried or BAM. If you go for BAM make sure to choose the Enduro range- defo squat proof

SpentDandelion · 22/01/2023 14:27

Move Beyond or Sundried, both on Amazon.

liveforsummer · 22/01/2023 14:30

Fabletics 2 for £24. Just remember to cancel the subscription afterwards

Pennyforthezombies · 22/01/2023 14:32

WinterFoxes · 19/01/2023 23:00

Decathlon. Well made, very reasonable, last forever, non-see through. Mine have been in the wash literally hundreds of times and still look new and haven't lost their shape at all.

Agree with this - just bought a very thick and hold you in 😄 pair, all for £20

fluffiphlox · 22/01/2023 14:32

My two favourites are from Sainsbury’s!

AnotherCountryMummy · 22/01/2023 14:35

As PP said, I've spied a lot of Sweaty Bettys on Vinted recently too!

Iliveditwizbit · 22/01/2023 14:37

I love the primark cotton ones in black with the high waistband. They’re not gym leggings, just leggings and cost less than a fiver. I’m tall though and they’re not specifically 7/8 but look it on me. I gym hard in them, no issues.

Wavescrashingonthebeach · 22/01/2023 14:38

Another vote for Matalan love their leggings!

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