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I’ll start. I ordered a pair of Core 10 (I believe this is an Amazon branded product) leggings on Prime Day (normally $55, but $33 for Prime Day so I figured “why not?”). You select the length and waist. I went with a cropped high waist. I’ll update tomorrow after I test at the gym.

For leggings, I don’t have a single pair that I regularly wear that isn’t Lululemon. I find that Athleta and Sweaty Betty leggings just don’t fit my body quite right, and they’re especially baggy in the legs. I wear all kinds of sports bras and tanks, but for leggings I’m a Lululemon devotee.

I was surprised when I put them on and didn’t immediately hate them 😂. The high waist was a bit higher than I expected, but I ordered a small and would probably go with an x-small if I reordered (for reference, I’m 5’9” and weigh around 130. I don’t know my exact measurements, but I usually wear a 4 in Lululemon or an x-small from Sweaty Betty. Athleta’s x-small is just too big. I have a very small frame and narrow hips, but broad shoulders so I need a larger size in tops).

The fabric isn’t as slippery as my Lululemon’s, but I like it. They’re reasonably flattering. If you’re looking for true compression pants (I’m not, so no big deal to me) I’m not sure these are the right choice, but remember I probably should have sized down.

If they perform well during a workout I’ll definitely reorder since they’re like half the price of my Lulu’s. I’ll let you know.

UPDATE

I wore the leggings to a circuit training class today and my tank top actually stayed put (it generally rides up when I’m wearing Lulus). They were sweat wicking and not too hot. The only complaint I have about them is that they bunched a bit at the knees.
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I cannot part with the price of Lululemon, refuse to pay $100 for a pair of leggings. I actually have had great success with a store around here called Stitches, they have really nice leggings and they fit perfect. As for bar tops I have had great success finding them at Winners - I have got Nike, Adidas and Puma for great prices, best ones however (for any Canadians) is at La Senza. Now since I am a 32A on my top no really issue with needing much support

Now is anyone can please let me know what Resistance bands to purchase that do not roll I would love to know. I have tried four different bands (all different sizes, and strengths) and nothing seems to stay where it should.
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I ordered workout leggings from fabletics. I've never ordered from there before..so we will see.
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My new SUP board from ISLE was worth every penny. Anyone else Stand Up Paddle?
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