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My Favorite Brands For Workout Clothes
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I mostly work out at home doing yoga, Pilates, weight-training, or mobility exercises.  I also take my dog for walks on nature trails.  So for a long time, I wore the same workout clothes I've had for the past decade 🤫 This year, it was time to upgrade! For reference, I'm just under 5'4" / Size 4  or 4Por Small or SP in most brands.
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Lululemon
 
Athleta
 
Pact
 
Uniqlo
 
Zella
 
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Lululemon

While I love the quality of Lululemon, it doesn't always fit my short curvy frame, except for these styles…

 
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I have the mini flare version of these leggings - super soft with light compression.
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Pant 28" | Women's Leggings/Tights | lululemon
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I'm wearing this for walks, yoga and pilates...
Like a Cloud Ribbed Longline Bra *Light Support, B/C Cup | Women's Bras | lululemon
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I have the cropped version of this from a couple of years ago - great for walks, travel or a post-workout coverup.
Scuba Evolve Oversized Full-Zip Hoodie | Women's Hoodies & Sweatshirts | lululemon
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Obsessed with this in blue! Size up. I'm usually a 6 in Lululemon, but I needed an 8 in these. They come in Short lengths too!
Dance Studio Mid-Rise Pant *Regular | Women's Pants | lululemon
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I just bought these in my usual Lululemon size 6. Love the piping!
Court Rival High-Rise Short 3" | Women's Shorts | lululemon
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I also bought this in blue. I love the higher neck, loose fit and super soft fabric!
Jersey Training Tank Top | Women's Sleeveless & Tank Tops | lululemon
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Athleta

Athleta seems to be made for curvy figures, and they also have petite and tall sizes.  

 
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The 7/8 length is the perfect full-length legging for me (I'm just under 5'4")
Elation Ultra High Rise 7/8 Legging
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I have two pairs of these for fall and winter walks...
Rainier High Rise Legging
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I have this soft, lightweight jacket in pink - it's great for an after-class coverup or walking/running on a chilly day.
Salutation Jacket
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I have two of these - they're super soft and stretchy - more like a top than a sweatshirt.
Coaster Luxe Recover Sweatshirt
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Good for a chilly walk/run - I have it in an older blue color.
Unstoppable Fleece Lined Full Zip Jacket
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Pact

I've been trying to add some organic cotton pieces to my workout wear, and Pact has some really affordable options.

 
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These don't have any compression but they're soft and stretchy.
Women’s On The Go-to Legging made with Organic Cotton | Pact
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While this is not rally workout wear I've been wearing this for summer walks...
Women’s Perfect Rib Scoop Neck Tank made with Organic Cotton | Pact
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On my wishlist for yoga and stretching...
Women’s On The Go-to Contour Bootcut Legging made with Organic Cotton | Pact
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Uniqlo

I just discovered Uniqlo's Sport Utility section - they have affordable workout wear.  

 
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I juts bought this stretchy and soft bra for low-impact workouts...
Womens Active Wireless Bra | UNIQLO US
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I bought this affordable polyester tee in blue - size up if you don't want it top hug your body
Womens Ultra Stretch Active T-Shirt | UNIQLO US
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Zella

My Zella leggings and tops aren't available any more, but they're a pretty decent affordable brand.  Here's what I'm considering buying next…

 
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Just right for walking the pup in the fall...
Zella Soft Luxe Half Zip Pullover (Women)
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A nice basic for chilly day walking and running...
Zella Breathe Long Sleeve Performance T-Shirt (Women)
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These get great reviews for being soft and for having deep pockets.
Zella Move In Mid Rise Straight Leg Sweatpants (Women)
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If you'd like to see how some of these look on an average person (me!) here's my blog post abotu my workout wear…

 
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Here are some of the workout clothes I've bought recently…
Workout Clothes I'm Wearing In My 50s
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