I've been looking into running tights for my daily walks and 3x a week jogging sessions/gym ventures. What do you all recommend as best for this? I've looked at lululemon, Athleta, and Nike... Opinions, suggestions, anything would be helpful!
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I have new balance and nike. I think you need to go with what feels comfortable for you. I would go to the local running shop. Fortunately, I do not live where it gets all that cold. If you need a higher level tights or compression, the store can probably make recommendations. I prefer the things that are sold in the running stores more than department stores. I really like Mizuno attire, but again, I'm usually trying to get things that are cooling since Charlotte summers can be brutal.
I was honestly slightly shocked at the prices for them at first. I'll definitely try some of the local places although I'm rather intimidated as I'm not a typical "runner"/ runner's build. My shoes are Mizuno and I LOVE them so I'll definitely check them out too. Thanks!!
Here are my favourites:
2XU (these are the best but you pay through the nose for the privilege!)
Skins (I like the A200)
Lululemon (my favourites are the Run for Your Life crop and the Inspire crop)
Lorna Jane tights are also really good quality and a flattering fit, but I'm not sure if Lorna Jane is freely available outside of Australia.
2XU (these are the best but you pay through the nose for the privilege!)
Skins (I like the A200)
Lululemon (my favourites are the Run for Your Life crop and the Inspire crop)
Lorna Jane tights are also really good quality and a flattering fit, but I'm not sure if Lorna Jane is freely available outside of Australia.
rizzie said:
I need full length tights (its 34* today and supposed to get down to 15* later in the week) but ill look into under armor for sure. Thanks for the suggestion!
chunkylover53 said:
Awesome, thank you for the suggestions I'm going to look into all of them today!
one of my instructors pretty much exclusively wears under armour tights (granted she's sponsored by them...) and they look amazing on her every time.
I only wear tights if it's cold outside, can't imagine wearing them in a gym! I sweat so much!
I have a couple cheap, no name brands that I wear if the windchill is 30-15*. I also have a couple microfleeced lined ones for temps down to 0 and then just throw on a light pair of pants on top if it gets down to -10*. That's my limit!
The microfleece ones are by Under Armour and Nike. The only problem is they both sag a bit and slide down and I'm constantly yanking them up.
I buy my running shoes at the LRS but apparel is fair game at other stores.
I have a couple cheap, no name brands that I wear if the windchill is 30-15*. I also have a couple microfleeced lined ones for temps down to 0 and then just throw on a light pair of pants on top if it gets down to -10*. That's my limit!
The microfleece ones are by Under Armour and Nike. The only problem is they both sag a bit and slide down and I'm constantly yanking them up.
I buy my running shoes at the LRS but apparel is fair game at other stores.
I can't justify spending on Lululemon prices for athletic stuff unless it's for a really good sports bra - most of my gear is from Forever 21 or Amazon. F21 has expanded their activewear and some of their stuff is super cute. I've also like Victoria's Secret yoga shorts for my summer hikes and runs.
I'm not a runner, but I am a cyclist and hiker. I love Lululemon's inspire crops--hands down the best.