Call me Gen Z, but I just can't get behind tight, constricting leggings. I mean, I can appreciate a cute workout set now and then, but I'd much rather throw on loose-fitting pants for the gym or a power walk outside.
That said, I searched Amazon for comfy, flattering bottoms that aren't too baggy but give me more wiggle room than leggings, and let's just say, my shopping cart is now overflowing with options. In addition to my new favorite wide-leg yoga pants, I found Adidas parachute-style pants (a shopping team go-to), Puma track pants, and more styles to wear to the gym, on a long-haul flight, and lounging around the house.
Below, shop all the anti-leggings styles I've been eyeing, starting at $25.
These wide-leg yoga pants have jumped from my shopping cart into my drawer and have quickly become my most-worn workout bottoms. They're made from a buttery-soft, stretchy material that has carried me through countless Pilates classes and treadmill sessions. They're also polished-looking enough to wear while traveling or bopping around town. The highlight for me, though, is that the petite sizing fits my 5-foot frame without any hemming.
With more than 9,900 perfect ratings, I'm far from the only fan of this leggings alternative. One person wrote, "These are comparable to pants I've bought from Athleta for three times the price." Another said "they pack so easily," and "come out wrinkle-free and ready to wear."
Parachute pants are having a moment once again, especially in gymwear, and I have my sights set on this pair from Adidas. They feature comfy details like an adjustable elastic waistband and a relaxed, wide-leg silhouette (though they have a drawcord at the hems that can convert them into joggers). One shopper simply described the pants as "easy, breezy, comfy, and worth it," and another customer raved that they're "so comfortable and versatile."
For a cozier alternative to leggings, I love these Reebok track pants. They are lined with a mid-weight fleece fabric that's perfect for throwing on to warm up at the gym or for running errands. Now, the hard part is deciding between the classic black and the playful purple shade, and honestly, I'm tempted to pick up both pairs while they're on sale.
One shopper, who purchased the pants for physical therapy after a knee replacement, wrote, "These wash well, feel great, and don't look baggy."
Celebrities like Halle Berry and Jessica Alba have co-signed the barrel-leg silhouette, and these workout pants add a gym-ready twist to the popular trend. Made from a sporty, quick-dry material, they're perfect for working out. One shopper described them as "lightweight and so comfortable," adding that they plan to wear them "all summer" in place of shorts.
Below, shop more loose-fitting workout pants that will convince you to ditch your leggings, too.