Find your best workout jumpsuit with expert guidance.
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How We Chose
Best for Pilates
Best for Running
Best for Yoga
Best for Strength Training
Best for Cold Weather
Best for Layering
What to Look for
Thanks to the workout jumpsuit, getting ready for your gym session, yoga class or post-workout brunch has never been easier. And considering these stretchy onesies are both comfortable and cute, it's no shock they're all the rage. (Yes, the '80s workout wear trend is back in a big way.)
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But workout bodysuits aren't just a fashion piece. They're functionally fit, too, eliminating a lot of the issues you may get with traditional workout gear. Think: Your bottoms don't shift and your top stays perfectly in place mid downward dog.
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Browse some of our favorite, expert-approved products and learn how to track down the best workout onesie for you.
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How We Chose
With the help of Melissa Garcia, DPT, CSCS, a California-based physical therapist and strength coach who’s a big fan of workout jumpsuits, we hand-selected each of these products. We chose them based on criteria including:
Fabric Fit and support Ventilation
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1. Best for Pilates: Girlfriend Collective Cami Unitard
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This Girlfriend Collective unitard is best for lower-impact exercise like Pilates, according to Garcia. The buttery fabric is smooth and comfortable and the seamless design helps prevent unwanted rubbing and irritation on your skin.
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This one is also available in two different inseam lengths (28.5" and 23.75"), so both taller and shorter exercisers can find their perfect fit.
Buy it: Girlfriend.com; Price: $88 2. Best for Running: Athleta Legend Bodysuit
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This compressive bodysuit is perfect for running. The high neck, sports bra top offers plenty of support, while the short-length bottom offers ventilation and helps prevent chafe, according to Garcia.
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The zipper on the back also helps with easy on and off during even your sweatiest workouts. The polyester and Lycra fabric is quick-drying and the open back provides a little extra air without compromising compression.
Buy it: Athleta.com; Price: $49.99 3. Best for Yoga: Nike Yoga Luxe Dri-FIT
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Nike's jumpsuit is best suited for a yoga class, according to Garcia. The top has a built-in shelf bra for extra support and the snug fit allows for a distraction-free flow without feeling too restricted.
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This matte yoga bodysuit is also made with Nike's Dri-FIT fabric, which wicks sweat away from your body and dries quickly. And the suit is made with shiny, satin seams for a cute bonus.
Buy it: Nike.com; Price: $110 4. Best for Strength Training: Gymshark Adapt Animal Seamless All in One
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With the racerback top and short-style bottoms, this jumpsuit is optimal for weightlifting, Garcia says. The seamless design helps prevent unwanted chafing and the contoured fit means a distraction-free gym session.
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This one has a built in bra shelf with removable cups, too, so you can adjust depending on the level of support you prefer. And the nylon/polyester blend fabric dries quickly to keep your body sweat-free while you train.
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Buy it: Gymshark.com; Price: $70
Best for Cool Temps: Good Karma Long-Sleeve Onesie
Visit Page https://go.skimresources.com Image Credit:Free People/LIVESTRONG.com Unlike most workout jumpsuits, this one has long sleeves, making it ideal for breezy outdoor hikes, jogs or yoga sessions. The legs are cropped at a 7/8 length for extra breathability and the back is open for some extra ventilation.
Advertisement While the long sleeves are a great touch, the best part about this workout onesie is definitely the compressive waist band, Garcia says. It holds you in without feeling too tight and confining. Buy it: FreePeople.com; Price: $118
Best for Layering: New Balance x Bandier Bodysuit
Visit Page https://www.bandier.com Image Credit:New Balance/LIVESTRONG.com Stopping at your bikini line, this bodysuit is best for layering with your favorite gym shorts or sweatpants. But that means it’s super versatile, too! You can toss it on for a gym session and just switch up your bottoms on the way to a post-workout lunch. Another bonus: The high neck gives your chest plenty of support and the zipper back makes it a breeze to slip on and off. Buy it: Bandier.com; Price: $88 4 Factors to Consider When Shopping for Your Perfect Workout Bodysuit
Length Like workout leggings, bodysuits come in all lengths, including full legging, 7/8 cut and biker short length. The best length for you is personal preference, but thinking about your favorite workout style can help, Garcia says.
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Adjustable Straps The one downside to workout onesies is that everyone’s proportions are different, while suits have set top and bottom lengths. But suits with adjustable straps (like our Girlfriend Collective pick above) can help you get the perfect fit for your body. This is especially nice for people who have a very long or short torso, according to Garcia.
Fabric As with all your other workout clothes, you want a comfortable and breathable fabric, Garcia says. Read the product details and look for a quick-drying or sweat-wicking fabric, like nylon, Lycra and polyester. These will keep your body cool and dry. Avoid cotton during sweaty workouts, as this material absorbs moisture and takes a long time to dry.
Ventilation Considering a workout bodysuit covers you from (almost) head to toe, think about how much ventilation you may need during your workout. A lot have either an open back or mesh panels to allow a little extra breathability. Depending on how sweaty you may get during your workouts, these are nice details to consider.
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Find your best workout jumpsuit with expert guidance. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative
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- How We Chose
- Best for Pilates
- Best for Running
- Best for Yoga
- Best for Strength Training
- Best for Cold Weather
- Best for Layering
- What to Look for
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Buy it: Girlfriend.com; Price: $88
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Buy it: Athleta.com; Price: $49.99
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Image Credit: Nike/LIVESTRONG.com
Buy it: Nike.com; Price: $110
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Buy it: Gymshark.com; Price: $70
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Buy it: FreePeople.com; Price: $118
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Buy it: Bandier.com; Price: $88
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