Leggings guide - everything you need to know!
The Ultimate Leggings Guide
Buying training leggings can seem like a challenge when you start looking at all the variations available on the market. How do you know which type of fabric, shape, features, and size is best for you? It doesn't have to be as difficult as you might think. In this guide, we will cover everything you need to know for your next legging purchase. Sizes, fabric, type of workout, features. Everything you ever wondered about to make it easier for you to find your ultimate leggings.
Seamless Training Leggings
Seamless, or seamless garments, are clothing items that are (mostly) produced from a circular knitting machine and thus are knitted like a tube to avoid seams in the garment. This results in soft and comfortable garments that provide good freedom of movement and feel light on the body. We have a large selection of seamless garments with various features for you to choose from.
Leggings with Seams
In our leggings that are not made with seamless construction, we use high-quality fabric that is sewn together with stitches designed for both function and aesthetics. Essential Leggings are a great alternative if you want leggings with seams. These have good compression, are high-waisted, and are made from elastic fabric with high density.
Warp Knit
Warp knit seamless is a technique in seamless production that results in highly elastic, breathable, and durable garments. The technology binds the yarn tightly together with parallel loops that are bound together in a zigzag pattern. Several of our garments are produced with this technology, including Agility Leggings and Stamina Leggings.
Weft Knit
Weft knit is another production technique that differs from warp knit as it is knitted from left to right in rows rather than warp's vertical knitting that goes up and down the garment. The advantage of weft technology is that it creates garments that are stretchy and comfortable, but also insulate well and retain warmth in cold environments. Most seamless garments are made with this technology.
Wool Leggings
Our Wool Knit Leggings are made from merino wool and are super soft, anti-static, and moisture-wicking. These leggings insulate well against the cold and are perfect for both a run in winter chills and cozy time at home.
Activities
Leggings for Running
To choose the best leggings for running, there are several things you should consider. For example, you want leggings that enhance your running motion, that don’t slide down during your run, and that are suitable for the temperature you will be running in. Most running leggings are sewn (so not seamless) to support the typical running movement, but if you want versatile leggings that allow good movement in all directions, a seamless legging with a strong waistband that fits well on the body can also be a good alternative. Techna Leggings are some of our best running leggings. If you are going out to run in the cold, our soft Softy Leggings could also be a great choice.
Leggings for Strength Training
The best leggings for strength training are leggings that have good support, are not easily see-through, and allow good freedom of movement. Also, ensure that the leggings are high-waisted and fit well so that they do not slide down during training. Leggings like Softy Leggings from Famme are suitable for this type of training.
Leggings for Yoga
The best yoga pants are usually a pant or legging made from soft and stretchy fabric that provides good freedom of movement. You can choose a classic yoga pant with flared legs or a more fitted but soft legging like our Softy Leggings.
Leggings for Everyday Use
We are strong advocates of using leggings for everyday wear too. For everyday use, the needs differ somewhat from intense strength training. For example, you might want to ensure that you have leggings that are extra flattering, have a cool design, and are comfortable to wear for long periods. For everyday use, we suggest popular alternatives like Ribbed Flare Pants, Scrunch Flared Legging , and Softy Leggings.
