Workout Outfit Ideas: Gym Sets, Shorts, Crop Tops and Pilates Matching Sets

What should you wear to the gym? Here are workout outfit ideas, from leggings and sports bra sets to gym shorts, crop tops and pilates matching sets.

Best leggings and sports bra sets

A supportive sports bra with high waisted, squat proof leggings is the classic gym outfit. Matching sets look put together with no effort. Shop workout sets.

Best high waisted workout pants

Choose a wide waistband that does not roll, thick fabric and four way stretch. Read our squat proof leggings guide.

How to style gym shorts

Pair biker shorts with a crop tank or sports bra, or wear looser running shorts with a fitted tee. Shop shorts.

Best crop tops for working out

Look for sweat wicking fabric, a fitted cut and a length that meets your waistband. Shop tanks and sports bras.

Best pilates matching sets

Pilates sets pair a light support bra with flare or high waisted leggings in soft, stretchy fabric. Neutral and pastel colors are popular.

Gym outfit tips

• Do the squat test before your first workout.
• Choose more support for running and HIIT.
• Add a zip jacket for warm ups.

Workout clothes for women: what to buy first

The best workout clothes for women are the pieces you will actually wear: squat proof leggings, a supportive sports bra and a breathable top. Women's activewear, gym wear and athletic wear all describe the same thing, fitness clothes made from stretchy, moisture wicking fabric that moves with you. Start with workout leggings, add a sports bra, and you have the core of your gym clothes.

Workout tops for women

Workout tops and workout shirts for women come in crop tops, tank tops, long sleeve workout tops and fitted tees. Gym tops with an open back, halter neck or wrap front look great over a sports bra, and exercise tops with a built in bra save a layer. For cooler days, a long sleeve gym top or long sleeve athletic top keeps you warm on the way to class.

Gym outfits and pilates outfits

Good gym outfits pair high waisted leggings or biker shorts with a matching top. Pilates outfits and pilates clothes are usually fitted, so nothing slides during rolls: try high waisted leggings with a wrap top or a long sleeve crop top. Prefer one piece? A workout jumpsuit, workout romper or athletic bodysuit is a complete outfit you just pull on. See our jumpsuits.

Comfortable, affordable and modest options

Comfortable workout clothes should feel soft and stay in place. Affordable workout clothes do not have to look cheap: most of our leggings start at $19.90. For modest workout clothes, choose full length leggings with a longer tank or a loose fitting workout top. Want sexy workout clothes instead? Cut out sports bras and scrunch butt leggings make a bold gym outfit.

Workout underwear

Seamless panties or a seamless thong are the best workout underwear under leggings because they leave no lines.

Women's activewear and fitness apparel guide

Women's activewear apparel, fitness apparel, workout apparel, gym clothing and athletic clothing all mean clothing for fitness. Whether you call it gym attire, workout attire, fitness attire or exercise apparel, the best women's workout apparel uses stretchy, breathable fabric. A full set of workout gear or gym gear for women is simple: leggings or women's exercise bottoms, a sports bra and fitness tops for ladies, plus a jacket.

Activewear brands vs affordable fitness apparel

Big activewear brands, workout clothing brands and gym clothing brands can charge over $100 for leggings. Affordable fitness apparel, discount workout wear and inexpensive gym wear can feel just as good when the fabric is squat proof and opaque. Buyco is a women's activewear brand with ladies workout clothes from $19.90.

Comfy workout outfits

For comfy workout outfits, choose cotton exercise clothes, flowy or relaxed fit workout pants, or a workout onesie you just pull on. Colorful leggings and a matching ladies workout top make an easy, cool workout outfit.

Where to buy gym clothes

Where can I buy gym clothes? You can shop activewear stores and athletic wear stores, or buy online for more choice. Buyco is an online activewear store with gymwear, sportswear and athleticwear for women, including trendy activewear, stylish fitness wear and flattering activewear at affordable prices.

Athletic dresses and one piece options

An athletic dress or fitness dress has built in shorts, and an athletic romper dress works for tennis or errands. A gym unitard or one piece is a sleek all in one. Racerback fitness tank tops and fitted athletic t shirts pair with any leggings.

Lightweight workout clothes and lounge pants

Lightweight gym clothes, lightweight activewear and lightweight yoga pants for summer use thin, breathable fabric. Lightweight workout pants for summer and loose workout pants keep you cool. For rest days, flared lounge pants, wide leg lounge pants and soft lounge sets are comfortable alternatives to leggings.

Exercise pants and shorts with pockets

Exercise leggings with pockets, exercise pants with pockets and exercise shorts with pockets hold your phone. Zip pocket shorts and gym shorts with zip pockets keep keys secure, and a one piece workout jumpsuit with pockets is an all in one option.

Crossover tops and shorts

Crossover tank tops, crossover tees and crossover V neck tops match crossover leggings and crossover biker shorts for a coordinated look.

More workout guides

See the gym clothes guide, biker and running shorts guide, matching set ideas and squat proof leggings guide.