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My favorite pair might surprise you.
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But it can be pretty overwhelming to find the right pair for your needs.
As a plus-size leggings wearer, I also have to navigate which brands carry my size.
Finding the right balance ensures you feel confident and comfortable in your gear.
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Eventually, I learned that research is vital to finding the best plus-size leggings that fit my needs.
So, I decided to put some of the top-rated plus-size legging brands to the test.
I was on a mission to find the best of the best out there for us plus-size babes!
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For the performance test, I put them through squats, running, yoga, and lounging around.
Read on to discover the eight best plus-size leggings, backed by my 672 hours of testing.
These Beyond Yoga Spacedye leggings certainly fit the bill.
I noticed that these leggings wicked away sweat and moisture pretty quickly.
They’re comfortable and not restrictive for either workouts or lounging.
In fact, I lived in these while I was recovering from the flu.
They really impressed me with their ability to maintain their shape during all my tossing and turning.
Overall, these Old Navy leggings are a reliable, budget-friendly option.
That’s why I love Superfitheros Superhold Pocket ankle leggings.
These leggings have the roomiest pockets of all the leggings I tested.
These leggings had the highest amount of compression and are double-lined, adding comfort and moisture-wicking ability.
The waistband didn’t pinch while doing stretches, and I didn’t notice anychafingat all with extended wear.
These leggings also did a great job of wicking away booty sweat.
Knowing I look good and feel comfortable gives me an instant confidence boost.
It’s a great pants but better option.
I felt secure and held in place during both high and low-impact movements.
While they aren’t seamless, the seams are smooth and didn’t chafe or irritate me.
The leggings provided me with complete opacity and smoothing capabilities and had no transparency issues.
They also don’t retain heat a big plus for me because I tend to overheat quickly.
Another detail I really enjoyed especially during cardio was their lightweight feel.
Flattering can mean different things to different people.
I personally loved the way the Beyond Yoga and Knix leggings accentuate my curves!
This depends on how sweaty you get in them.
Taliaferro typically throws her leggings in the wash after one wear, especially after sweaty or high-intensity activity.
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In the US sizes 14 and up are considered plus size.
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Mayra Mejiais a fashion and culture writer, body liberation advocate, and founder.
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