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Women’s Running Leggings

Our curated selection of women’s running leggings blend technical performance and comfort to support you mile after mile. With sweat-wicking fabrics, excellent stretch, practical pockets and dependable coverage, our range of running tights let you perform at your best and enjoy your run. Browse our great selection of colours and designs, all from leading brands from Nike to Sweaty Betty.

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    Women’s Running Leggings

    Ladies Running Leggings & Tights

    Discover ladies running leggings and women’s running tights designed to support every stride, pace and personal best. At The Sports Edit, we curate only the highest-performing running leggings for women - pieces that combine technical innovation, premium fabrics and modern, flattering silhouettes. Whether you're looking for sleek running tights, sculpting compression fits or versatile running leggings, our collection reflects the very best in quality, comfort and function from the world’s leading sportswear brands.

    Unlike everyday leggings, running leggings are engineered specifically for movement: lightweight yet supportive, breathable yet durable, and crafted to stay in place through sprints, hill climbs and long runs. Our expert edit features performance-led designs that wick sweat, regulate temperature and reduce distractions, helping you focus fully on your run, whether it’s a Park Run or a marathon. From running leggings with pockets to reflective styles and adjustable waistbands, each pair is selected for its ability to enhance your running experience from the first step to the cool-down.

    At The Sports Edit, we partner with the world’s leading brands to ensure our customers always have access to high performance products. Sweaty Betty delivers standout quality across leggings and tights that feel featherlight yet supportive, and always through a stylish lens. On Running offers exceptional craftmanship and responsive fabrics suited to both everyday training and more intense sessions. Meanwhile, Nike blends iconic design with high-performance tech, creating women’s running leggings that support every type of runner — from beginners to marathoners.

    Features & Styles for Women’s Running Leggings

    Our favourite women’s running leggings combine technical features with thoughtful and stylish design. The collection at The Sports Edit includes intelligent details runners appreciate mile after mile - from breathable mesh panels to reflective details, supportive, adjustable waistbands and four-way stretch fabrics.

    Pockets are one of the most in-demand features for most runners, and we offer a range of running leggings with pockets and running leggings with phone pockets ideal for storing essentials. Explore our full edit of leggings with pockets to find secure side pockets, streamlined zip pockets or drop-in thigh pockets designed for easy access to your phone while on the move.

    For runners who prioritise support, compression running leggings offer more targeted stability and muscle support that can help reduce fatigue during longer sessions or on recovery days. If comfort and coverage are key, our high waisted leggings provide a sculpted, stay-put fit ideal for everything from speed work to steady endurance runs.

    We also offer a variety of lengths and seasonal styles. Cropped running leggings and capri styles available in our cropped leggings edit are perfect for warmer weather or indoor training. For winter, we curate our collection with brushed, thermal and reflective running leggings that enhance visibility and warmth without compromising performance.

    Whether you prefer hitting the treadmill, a weekly park run or weekends chasing trails, our selection of lightweight performance tights, supportive compression designs or practical running leggings with pockets, will help runners feel confident, supported and ready for any challenge.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes — leggings are great for most runners thanks to their supportive fit, sweat-wicking fabrics and reduced chafing. They stay in place, offer compression, light or heavy depending on fabrication and provide extra warmth in cooler weather. If you’re deciding between leggings and shorts, it often comes down to weather conditions and preference: running shorts are ideal for warmer days and speedwork, while running leggings offer coverage and support for longer or colder runs. If you prefer maximum ventilation when you run, explore our running shorts collection.

    Compression running leggings are a great option for runners focused on performance or marathon-training. Compression leggings are designed to provide targeted support to key muscle groups, helping reduce fatigue and improve circulation during runs, which can be especially beneficial for long-distance runners, interval training and recovery days.

    Running leggings for women should feel snug, supportive and stay firmly in place while moving without digging in or restricting movement. They should contour the body, prevent slipping at the waist and avoid bunching at the knees. If they feel overly tight or limit your movement we would recommend sizing up. Many runners prefer high waisted running leggings for a supportive, comfortable fit that moves naturally with the body.

    The main differences between running leggings and yoga leggings comes down to compression and fabrication. Running leggings use technical, sweat-wicking fabrics, secure waistbands and low-friction seams designed for repetitive, high-impact motion. Plus, they often include useful features like pockets, compression or reflective elements to support different needs and keep you running all year round.

    Yoga leggings on the other hand, are generally free of pockets and additional features and prioritise softness, breathability and stretch for slower, seamless movement. Gym leggings sit in the middle, offering general versatility for different sports but not always the stability needed for running. For a more in-depth comparison, you can read our guide on running leggings vs yoga leggings here.