Any leggings fans knows — these versatile, comfort bottoms are not just for workouts. Still, not all leggings prove worthy enough to handle your day-to-day. If you’re constantly growing your leggings collection or haven’t quite found a brand worth dubbing your go-to, meet The Gym People’s high-waisted leggings. They’re amazing activewear (like, people run 10ks in them) yet equally loved for comfort and support while running errands, working from home or lounging. Celebrated for “buttery soft” fabric, a wide color selection in an XS-4XL size range and a superior fit, reviewers of all shapes and sizes swear by these bad boys for everything from tummy control to booty boosting — and today, they’re 20% off.
Reviewers say this $20 pair beats higher-priced options from Lululemon, Alo and Nordstrom in fit, softness and versatility.
Spending more money on clothes doesn’t always guarantee better quality and The Gym People leggings more than prove it. “I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect pair of leggings after Target discontinued my favorites from C9,” shopper Lisa vouches. “I went on a shopping spree & bought about 8 pairs from Amazon, Nordstrom & Express. These were the first to arrive & can I just say these have set the bar so high I’ve returned every other pair!”
Lisa’s not the only one in love. Others call these leggings “the most comfortable I have ever worn,” celebrating that they offer smoothing compression “without feeling so tight.” And hordes of reviewers swear that these match or beat other brands like Nike, Adidas and Alo.
Reviewer Nirvana says these bad boys in the medium size ended their years-long search for the perfect leggings that fit well and aren’t see-through. “This has so far surpassed my expectations,” they wrote. “It compresses well, sits high waist, does not roll down and hugs and smoothens out your curves perfectly.”
Fans say these 100% pass the “bend over” test.
Apart from softness and comfort on the skin, the ultimate leggings test is if a pair can stay in place as you move and groove. Reviewers of all sizes agree that these leggings pass the “bend over” or squat test with flying colors, never rolling down or bunching up. Remember our friend who ran a whole 10K in the pants? During that triumphant run in these leggings, they “never once had to pull them up.” (BTW, they wear an L.) Now, that’s a sign of true movement durability.
“I have a very large backside so [to] find a pair of pants that doesn’t slide is literally a dream,” they wrote. “Highly recommend... and will be buying multiple pairs.”
“I have never been able to find leggings that really fit. They always tend to fall down throughout my workout,” a reviewer who wears a 3XL wrote. ”...These are the first leggings that stay in place. The waist doesn’t roll down and the legs stay where they should be. But they are comfortable enough to just lounge in too. I’m buying them in every color.”
And they’re tall-person approved, too. “I’m 6’2” with a full figured hourglass shape, and have struggled for years with leggings that don’t stay up at the waist,” a reviewer who wears an XL wrote. “These completely solve that problem. They don’t budge!”
No matter what color you grab them in, reviewers say these leggings will subtly accentuate your figure, without drawing attention to stuff you prefer not to.
A matter of great importance: People seem to really dig how good these make their tush look without them feeling uncomfortable or exposed. Meanwhile, they like the other results the compression band provides for their figure, too.
“The awesome seams [are in] just the right place, so your butt looks fantastic,” a reviewer who wrote about the size S. “High waist and a tight fitting high waist so there’s no gap for a thong peep show in your down dog.” Welp, that’s important, no?
“These pants make my booty look amazing and my tummy look flatter 👍🏽,” another shopper, Citlaly R., noted about their XLs in black.
Reviewer, Grace, gushed about another benefit the fit of their XXL in the silver and black combo provides: “The best part about these tights for me is they don’t give me a camel toe.” Phew!
People also compliment the fit through the legs of the pants, how they seem less likely to pill between the thighs and don’t cause chafe or “chub rub.”
Additionally, we’d be remiss not to mention a trending feature in the reviews: the pockets can hold a whole bottle of wine 🍷.
Seriously, if you peruse the reviewer photos, you’ll see many fans showing off the pants with their favorite vino in tow. ”...The best part is that you can carry full-size bottles of alcohol (mezcal in this case) around and they fit into those pockets just fine!,” a reviewer who wrote about their XS leggings shared, joking that “morning yoga will be way more fun from now on…”
If it can hold the vino, it’s more than equipped to fit your entire smartphone for extra assurance when you’re on walks or runs, no? “My iPhone 7 Plus fits completely within the side pockets, and I can tell it’s not going anywhere,” one reviewer, who grabbed their leggings in an XXL, noted.
Careful, once you try these oh, so soft leggings, you may never take them off. Read more 5-star reviews and grab a pair on sale.
“I’m a plus size woman and very very tall, so it’s always been hard to find a good pair of leggings that are high waisted and actually hold you in and that are also long enough so they don’t look like capris. These are the literal best leggings I’ve owned, better than my lululemon and Fabletics. These leggings are amazing! They are long and have great tummy control, I hate buying things online especially as a plus size woman but I’m so glad I came across these because they are literally amazing, especially for the price. They feel like high end quality, and when I fell while wearing them they never even ripped! I will definitely be buying a lot more of these! Only own side is that they don’t have more colors 😉” — Kailyn Bethke, Size 3XL
“Listen, I’ve been searching for the perfect leggings for years. I’m 5′4″ weight around 160lbs and the medium fit me perfectly. I was looking for something of thick non see through quality with good stretch and this has so far surpassed my expectations. It compresses well sits high waist does not roll down and hugs and smoothens out your curves perfectly. If you have a tummy it really snatches and disguise. With a little cellulite I don’t have to worry about my dimples printing through the fabric. At the gym it stretches well and feels breathable with every movement. I bought one the first time loved it and just ordered two more. It’s really good quality and one of my top purchases ever” — nirvana, Size M
“I’m 5 feet 7 inches, and weigh 158 pounds. Based on reviews I ordered a large and unfortunately I just felt they were a bit too tight. I was debating on keeping them but then decided to return them for an X Large. I am soooo glad I did! The X large are so much more comfortable!! They are a good length, good thickness, good quality. And I can breathe in them! These yoga pants are perfect in all ways!” — Deb, Size XL
“These are my favorite warm yoga pants for winter. Amazing quality for the price and last for years. I do wash them on gentle and hang to dry. No need to buy your yoga pants from the lulu-citrus store…save your money and enjoy these! They run true to size to slightly on the small side. I vary between XS and Small and the small fits great in these. (I’m 5’3” and 115lbs). I also love that the pockets are a great functional size.” — Amy, Size S
“these leggings are super comfortable! i’m 5′1, 110 lbs, and got an XS. they fit snug but not too tight and don’t show panty lines which is a plus. the fabric is thick and soft but feel lightweight during wear although my cat’s hair does stick to them pretty easily. the pockets are deep and can fit my phone perfectly! I don’t have any complaints with these leggings so far although I haven’t seen how they hold up in the wash yet. I would definitely recommend these to someone who’s looking for an affordable pair of leggings for the gym or just something comfy to wear everyday!” — Zoe, Size XS
“Fit great and NOT see thru!! Amazon told me to go with XL but I went with a large.. follow the chart for your jeans/pants size… it was spot on for me!! Highly recommend… huge plus is the don’t roll down in the tummy, they actually stay put!! Will be buying more!!” — RS, Size L
“I had to jump in here and give a review because as a busy plus size mom I feel like I live in leggings. I bought these because I’ve recently started going back to the gym. I put them in the wear in the house as a trial first. I have had these in all day and just realized I have not had to adjust them once. I have tried EVERY SINGLE POPULAR BRAND. I have paid from $100 to $20 Walmart ones and everything in between. These are the only pair that have ever stayed in place all day. I’m a size 20 with wide hips and a booty. Usually the crotch will start sagging and I’m left pulling my leggings up all day or I get chub rub. These leggings feel great and have stayed in place all day long which I have never had. 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR CURVES 🙌🏼 I will be buying more!” — Desiree pena, Size XXL
“I’ve been buying on Amazon for years and this is only the 2nd review I’ve posted. These leggings deserve it. I’m 5’6” and 140 lbs. I bought the fleece lined leggings in a size medium. These leggings stay put - and they’re truly the only leggings I’ve owned that I can say that about. There is a compression factor to them that smooths bumps and masks cellulite. They don’t slip down - so I’m not constantly having to yank them back up into place. True to size - but they’re a comfortably snug fit. I’ve now purchased every fleece lined color - wish there were more.” — stacey hansen, Size M
“These gym pants fit perfect. They are very soft and high quality fabric! I would buy them again.” — Cat., Size 4XL
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