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My Favorite Affordable & Flattering Leggings Right Now

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16 Nov

Hello! I posted a funny Instagram Reel with the realities of hopping around in leggings to make sure they’re actually compression, high waist, flattering, etc. (You can see it on Instagram @RunEatRepeat) And I just discovered a NEW pair that have quickly become my favorite! I got a lot of questions about them & every company has a lot of different options so I’m sharing the specific ones I recommend in this post. Plus, a few updates from the weekend… let’s go!

Best lulu dupe leggings

New Favorite Affordable and Flattering Leggings

First a confession, I’ve noticed so many influencers and companies raving about ‘buttery soft’ leggings and I can’t relate. I don’t want butter soft leggings. It sounds like my worst nightmare – a skintight pair of pants that cling to every bulge and jiggle with every step? I can feel my butt jiggle just thinking about that. No thank you.

I’m not here to judge if that’s your jam. Do you 1000.

But, or should I say butt – as someone with a big one, I want compression, a flattering cut and material that’s on the thicker side.

And over the years I’ve become somewhat of a leggings connoisseur – I’ve tried all the fancy ones, bargain ones and ones that people swear are ‘Lulu Dupes’. Yeah… no.

I’ve tried Target, Old Navy, tons of different ones from Amazon and more – and they didn’t make the cut… until now. These leggings are the High Waisted Elevate from Old Navy and a lot more affordable than Lululemon and Athleta (both of which I wear and love).

What I Look for in Leggings:
  1. Compression to control the jiggle
  2. Flattering cut – seamless sounds good, but well placed lines can make you look taller, thinner and your butt look perkier
  3. Quality Fabric – sometimes a little thicker than other options so it’s not see-through (aka squat proof)

Other important features: Sweat-wicking fabric so you can actually run in them. High waist (but not too high). NO SIDE POCKETS.

Yes, I know side pockets are super helpful and they’re on most new leggings on the market. But I hate them.

I recently discovered these Old Navy Workout Leggings that hit all my must haves for both workout and casual wear.

They are the Old Navy High-Waisted Elevate Built-In Sculpt Leggings for Women.

What I Love About the Old Navy High-Waist Elevate Leggings:

  • High Waist – the fabric and cut makes it extra flattering
  • Fabric – thick and great compression really holds in the jiggle
  • Cut – the seams make ya look longer, leaner and hold it all in

Wow. This is NOT an ad, but legit sounds like one. I just get excited about things like this!

Tip: If you have thick thighs and/or a big butt – great! Wearing baggy clothes or covering up your booty with extra long tops can just add to your frame. Don’t be self-conscious. Put it on display baby!

Whether you check out any of my favorite leggings – I hope you dress and eat and run – like you love yourself.

Check out the Old Navy Elevate Leggings here.

In life news…

Since I missed my niece’s birthday party due to close contact with someone who tested positive – I made it up to her this weekend. [Ben tested positive for Covid19.]

I went over with gifts and a mini-picnic at the park (it’s one of the few things open and kid friendly around here in Southern California).

It felt festive because I brought party plates and we ate snacks and looked for squirrels. Good times all around!

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    1. Stephanie says

      2020-11-17 at 1:40 pm

      Do the tights fit true to size? I am short and thick at the bottom

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      • Run Eat Repeat says

        2020-11-21 at 6:35 pm

        Yes, I’m in a medium in these and that’s the size I wear in Fabletics and Target too.

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    2. Stephanie Weeks says

      2020-11-17 at 1:37 pm

      I did 4 miles and a strength class

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    3. Lauren says

      2020-11-16 at 7:58 pm

      Why do you hate the side pockets?!

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      • Michelle says

        2020-11-17 at 10:11 am

        I was going to mention the same thing. As a marathon runner, they are the best invention since watches.

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