There’s nothing I enjoy doing more to clear my head than exercising. But I have to exercise right. You know — rolling up to the gym lookin’ cute and fashionable! I realize how petty (and slightly vain) that sounds, but something about feeling like I look good just makes me put more effort into my workout.
But coming up with cute gym outfits isn’t always easy — that’s why I’ve come up with this list of cute athletic gear that I like to wear whenever I’m exercising. Everything in here is not only adorable, but it’s also functional, too. You don’t want your leggings to turn see-through while you’re in downward dog, right?
And the best part about cute gym attire? You don’t have an excuse to skip a workout — keep scrolling to see my favorite picks!
A Cropped Hoodie To Change It Up
Sleeveless and lightweight, I like to wear this cropped hoodie to change up my regular gym attire. It doesn’t leave me feeling overheated while I’m sweating, and there are tons of colors to choose from — including tie-dye.
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A Long Tank In More Than 15 Colors
Not only is the cross back cute, but this long workout tank is also available in more than 15 shades. The large arm holes won’t leave you looking like a sweat-dripping monster, and you can even wear it with jeans on casual days.
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This Cropped Tee With A Cute Tie Front
Pair this cropped tee with any pair of high-waisted leggings, and you’ll instantly look cute for the gym or regular days out. I like the tie in the front since it catches the breeze while I’m working out, and it’s made with a hint of spandex so that it’s not restricting.
This Workout Top With An Open Back
I get really sweaty when I exercise, which is why I like this open-back top. It dries quickly so that I’m not stuck wearing a soggy mess, and it’s available in tons of colors.
A Crop Top For The Gym And Anywhere Else
I wear this crop top to the gym, to bed, or even when I’m just laying on the sofa. It’s soft as well as form-fitting, and there are three colors to choose from: black, white, or grey.
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These High-Waisted Workout Leggings
When I wanna look cute at the gym without spending $80+ on leggings, these high-waisted ones are my go-to. The fabric doesn’t become see-through no matter how low I’m squatting, and the high-waisted cut looks ultra-cute paired with a crop top.
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An Open Back Top For Yoga And Lifting
No matter whether you’re doing yoga or lifting weights, this open back top is a must-have. I like that it catches the wind as I’m exercising to help me stay cool, and you won’t get stuck with any pit stains since it’s sleeveless and loose.
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A Workout Top With A Mesh Backing
With a mesh back for added breathability, this cropped tee is my go-to whenever I have a heavy workout planned. The fabric is stretchy, soft, and the touch of spandex keeps it comfortable as you exercise.
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These Yoga Shorts With Pockets
Wish your workout shorts had pockets? Just throw on these ones. The pockets are large enough to hold my phone while I’m exercising, and the fabric also wicks away sweat to keep me dry.
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Not A Fan Of Long Socks? Check Out These Ankle-Cut Ones
Not into long socks? No worries — these ankle-cut ones are great too. The heel tabs are padded to help prevent blisters, and the airmesh weave helps keep your feet dry as you sweat.
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A Pack Of Workout Tanks In Tons Of Cute Shades
Not a fan of crops? No problem — just grab these tanks instead. They’re made from soft polyester that wicks away sweat as I exercise, and the racerback style shows off your colorful sports bra.
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These Casual Joggers That Are Lightweight
Need a pair of joggers that aren’t too heavy? I like to wear these ones on chill fall mornings when I’m walking the dog, or even to the gym when I want to sweat. Make sure to order one size up though — at 5’7″, the small is just a little short on me.
These Tanks That Show Off Your Sports Bra
What’s the point in wearing a cute sports bra if no one can see it? These tanks feature extra-wide warm holes — similar to muscle tanks — so that you can create cute layered looks with your sports bra. And if you don’t care about the layering aspect, they’re still lightweight and breathable for heavy gym sessions.
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This Nike Shirt For Exercise And Errands
I like to do everything from exercising to errands in this shirt from Nike, as it’s made from breathable polyester that won’t leave me feeling sweaty on hot days. Choose from more than 20 colors, including orange, red, pink, green, and more.
A Longer Pair Of Workout Shorts
Prefer a longer pair of workout shorts? These ones don’t ride up while I’m sweating, and they also feature pockets for your phone, keys, or cash.
These Cropped Tees That Come In A Pack Of Four
I like this four-pack of workout crops because they come in a bunch of different colors to match any leggings. They’re just long enough that they pair perfectly with high-waisted jeans on casual days out, and the hint of spandex lets them move with me — not against me.
A Pair Of Joggers That Come In 15 Colors
If you’re looking for joggers that’ll add a splash of color to your gym outfit, search no further than these ones. You can grab them in dark olive, misty merlot, savannah, and 12 other gorgeous colors. I like that they’re made with lightweight fabric, as they don’t leave me sweating out every pore when I’m running.
This Fitness Romper That Already Matches
Too lazy to figure out what to wear to the gym? Me too — that’s why I have this fitness romper. Available in pink or blue, it’s made from breathable polyester that keeps me dry as I exercise.
This Reversible Sports Bra
Since this sports bra is reversible, it’s like getting two for the price of one — and because it’s soft and stretchy, I’ve never had it chafe me. Ever.
These Leggings That Stretch With You
These leggings are great for everything from yoga to laying around the house. Not only are they soft, but the high-waisted cut looks great with any top — they’re so comfortable that I own them in three different shades: black, lilac, and mulberry.
These Track Shorts That Help You Stay Cool
With mesh side panels for added breathability, these track shorts help me stay cool and dry while I’m sweating all over town. Choose from colors like anthracite, blue, white, and others.
These Joggers You Can Wear Anywhere
Since they’re more tapered than baggy sweats, I like to wear these joggers everywhere — from the gym, all the way to the grocery store, and then back onto the stair master we have in the spare bedroom. Choose from dozens of colors, including granite, purple, teal, and more.
These Adidas Trackpants
Track pants are so comfortable, but they can be really stylish, too. Case in point: these Adidas ones with a tapered leg so they don’t look shapeless and baggy. They come in some bright colors and some tamer ones — I like the classic black to go with all my gym clothes.
These Beyond Yoga Leggings
I would confidently say I’m a seasoned consumer of gym clothes since they make up about 90% of my wardrobe. These Beyond Yoga leggings are the cream of the crop – they’re supersoft brushed jersey fabric and highwaisted so they’re comfortable but keep everything contained!
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These Yoga Socks
Whenever I do yoga or barre classes, my feet slide all over the place even on my mat. These yoga socks are an awesome solution – thanks to the grippy bottoms you won’t be sliding anywhere, which is a more comfortable and safer way to work out.
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These Adidas Sneakers
After I read the over 22,500 rave reviews of these Adidas Cloudfoam running shoes I had to give them a try. They’re the most comfortable sneakers I’ve ever owned, it really is like walking on a cloud! Plus they look great with leggings and yoga pants which I wear daily so I’m basically never taking these shoes off.
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These Camo Leggings
Another cult favorite here on Amazon, these high-waisted leggings have almost 10,000 great reviews for comfort and style. Not into camo? That’s cool, they come in 31 other colors as well. And they have the holy grail of leggings – POCKETS!
This Pony Tail Cap
Wearing a baseball cap to cover up messy hair at the gym is essential, but if you have a long mane it can get really hot when your hair is down. Enter: this pony tail hat that has a criss-cross elasticized back to let you wear a high bun or pony or just a regular one. Seriously should be a staple in every long-haired person’s closet.
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These Asics Shoes That Are Almost Too Comfy
Asics are my favorite athletic shoes, and these Gel-Venture 6 are currently my preferred pair. Specifically, this hot pink and black ones — they add a splash of color to my otherwise monochromatic gym outfit.
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These bootcut yoga pants have tummy control
The fit of these yoga pants is so flattering! And I love that you can choose from several different lengths for every size. (Saves me from having to hem them!)
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You Need A Good Pair Of Compression Socks
It doesn’t matter whether I’m at the gym or on a plane — I’m still wearing these compression socks. They help promote circulation to prevent soreness in your muscles, and the padded heel makes them more comfortable than the competition.
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These Socks That Wick Away Moisture
Running around in soggy wet socks is no fun, which is why I like to wear these moisture-wicking socks when I’m exercising (and when my other compression socks are dirty.) The built-in ventilation channels help keep your feet dry, and the heel and toe are even reinforced for added comfort.
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These Running Shoes You Can Wear Everywhere
You can’t go jogging in just any pair of shoes — but these ones from Nike are made with a shock-absorbing sole that helps my knees stay intact while I’m running.
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This Long Sleeve Crop With Thumbholes
Sometimes your outfit looks cute with a cropped fit, but it’s too cold for short sleeves. Enter: this cropped long sleeve. I like that the sleeves have thumbholes to prevent them from riding up while I exercise, and it’s available in more than 10 shades.
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A Full-Zip Hoodie For Chilly Workouts
I’ll throw on this hoodie when I’m running outside, or even when I’m laying around the house. It’s made from a lightweight blend of cotton and polyester, and the kangaroo pockets are perfect for phones, keys, or cash.
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This Fleece Sweatshirt From Hanes
For as low as $7, you can grab this fleece sweatshirt from Hanes. It’s made from a mid-weight blend of cotton and polyester, and it sits just below my natural waistline so I don’t have to worry about it riding up when I’m working out.
Some Days You Just Want A Sweatshirt
On days when I can’t be bothered to come up with a gym outfit, I just throw on this sweatshirt. The v-notch detail at the neck is a cute touch, and the raglan sleeves are sleek — no bulk that the rest of my sweats have.
Okay, still amped for more picks? I’ve gathered some more awesome fashion finds below!
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