The 8 Best Compression Leggings for Women, Tested by Pers...

What’s Happening

So basically Our favorite one we tested is from Athleta.

Shannen Zitz is the Associate Style & Commerce Editor at Women’s Health, where she covers all-things sneakers and activewear. Before, she was an assistant editor at Prevention. (wild, right?)

Shannen graduated from the State University of New York at Cortland with a bachelor’s degree in English.

The Details

If she’s not reading or writing, you can probably find her frequenting the skincare and makeup forums on Reddit or hogging the squat rack at the gym. Lily Wohlner is a style contributor at Women’s Health.

A sneakerhead, shopping enthusiast, and beauty expert, she’s mastered the art of testing, reviewing, and recommending standout products across every style category. Lily kicked off her career as a freelance makeup artist before diving into the editorial and copywriting world, creating content for brands like Oribe, NewBeauty, and Dermstore.

Why This Matters

When she’s not training for her next half marathon, whipping up high-protein recipes with her roommate or thrifting for the ultimate pair of low-rise jeans. Lily WohlnerWomen’s Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Like most Women’s Health editors, I have a drawer full of leggings.

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Key Takeaways

• But when I’m gearing up for a tough workout, I always reach for a pair with compression.
• That’s because a solid compression legging offers a snugger fit to keep me locked in during workouts.

The Bottom Line

To help you shop smarter, I turned to the experts and personally tested 15 of the bestselling compression leggings over the past year to find the top styles worth your dime. I put them through the wringer with intense workouts like HIIT and long runs, lounged around the house, and even wore them out and about to see how comfortable they felt after hours of wear.

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