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Whether you’re exercising outside or experimenting with new indoor gear (like a punching pad for boxing or a portable treadmill), you’ll need to wear something. And, if you’re like us, that something is almost always leggings. Depending on the intensity of the workout (or non-workout, we’re not judging), you may want something silky soft, a pair packing powerful compression, or even a combination of the two. Not all leggings are created equal — some are best suited for cardio while others are made for studio classes and even relaxing on the couch. With dozens of leggings available to shop online, it’s normal to overlook the details.
Since we know it’s easy to get tempted, we checked out the selection of leggings at Target and found a ton of cute, under-$40 pants to kick your athleisure fashion game up several notches without busting a budget. Whether you’re looking for sculpting leggings or leggings that are ultra high-waisted, the retailer has a slew of options that range from capri-length to full-size. Ahead, shop our top legging options — available in both plus size and regular — for the next time you’re working out (or working in).
— Additional reporting by Morgan Ashley Parker