

The waistband sits just above the belly button for a good amount of coverage, and there’s a drawcord, which allows you to pull the waistband tight against your stomach during use. During testing, we never had an issue with anything falling out of the pockets on the run, other than when we’d pull our phone out and something else would come with it (although there are enough pockets to prevent you from having to overly cram them). There are also five different pockets on the waistband for your keys, lip balm, and all your other running essentials. The leggings have two large drop-in pockets on the leg, which were big enough to hold the iPhone 11, as well as some gels and running gloves.
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The main selling point with the Fast and Free leggings, in our opinion, is the range of pockets. If you’re a runner who hates shorts, these leggings will carry you through most seasons. The fabric is soft against the skin, cool to the touch, and never chafed, no matter what conditions we threw at it. We were never left feeling overly soggy at the end of a run wearing these leggings, although if you’re running in really cold weather, you might find you need more of a thermal tight to keep you warm. The leggings are made from lululemon’s Nulux fabric, which is lightweight and wicks sweat away from the body quickly.
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Our run testers have worn these leggings for everything from a 5K to a marathon and found them extremely comfortable for the entire race - they also reported they were able to leave their running belts at home thanks to the number of pockets on the leggings, which is a massive plus in our eyes. $128 might seem like a lot to spend on a pair of running tights, but trust us when we say these will last you miles and miles. Verdict: If you’re a yogi, you won’t find a softer pair of leggings to practice in, but don’t wear these for a HIIT class. Either way, it’s not enough to put us off wearing these leggings for the rest of time. Nulu with softer fabrics) to avoid abrasive materials like denim or zippers in the washing machine. This could be bad luck, or bad care, as lululemon recommends that you wash products inside out, and like with like (eg. We also found the softer fabric pilled a bit, especially if it came into contact with velcro or if we sat on a rough surface (we've tried to show this in the photo above).

We definitely wouldn’t head out for a run wearing them and found them pretty soggy by the end of a hot yoga class. Designed for low-impact workouts, the Nulu fabric is made to be comfy, so doesn’t have the same sweat-wicking properties as some of the other leggings on this list. While they are some of the most comfortable leggings out there, they won’t suit everyone. They also come in just about every color and print under the sun, so you’re bound to find something to suit. Pocket-wise, the leggings have a hidden pocket in the waistband that is big enough for a lip balm and a set of keys and not much else. The leggings come in three different leg lengths (25 inches, 28 inches, and 31 inches) and are designed to sit above the ankle bone. The high waistband sits above the belly button for a supportive fit and lies flat for a flattering fit underneath workout tops and jumpers. We’ve worn these leggings for yoga classes, Pilates, barre, walking the dog, and even when sitting at our desk, and found them to be extremely comfortable. By far the most popular pair of lululemon leggings, the Align leggings are designed for yoga, and made from the brand’s Nulu fabric, which is buttery soft against the skin. We’re yet to find a softer pair of leggings than the lululemon Aligns, and with more than 5,000 five-star reviews, it seems we’re not alone.
