I Tested Old Navy's Leggings, and These 3 Are at the Top of My List

I tested the High-Waisted Elevate Built-In Sculpt 7/8-Length Compression Leggings For Women ($45, originally $50) to see how they'd perform in a Pilates class. I have certain tights I wear for specific workouts, and I wanted something that was flattering but would move with me in even the most awkward of positions.

It was clear to me the minute I put these on that this legging was about movement much more than sweat-wicking. Boy could I move my legs! These are also incredibly snug. I was fearful that that might restrict my movement in the session, but it wasn't the case. I had all of the mobility I needed. And the best part about these leggings is that I never had to tug them up. They definitely stay in place. There are a number of things that can go wrong with your wardrobe in a Pilates at-home class, but my pet peeve would have to be accidentally wearing tights with a zipper on the back. I'm happy to report that these not only are completely zipper-free, but they felt seam-free against my skin, even while lying on my side.

Next I tested the High-Waisted Elevate Powersoft 7/8-Length Side-Pocket Leggings For Women ($40) to see how the pair delivered when it came to pockets.

Side pockets are everything to me, but just because a pant has them doesn't mean they can hold up to the pressure. I'm someone who stuffs a lot into their pockets, and I almost never use waistband zippers anymore because they can barely hold anything. I wore these tights to see how much I could shove into the pockets, and whether or not anything would fall out during a long walk.

I'm happy to report that while doing legs, I managed to fit my wallet, keys, and cell phone into the pockets, enabling me to be completely hands-free during my walk. I turned things up and did a quick HIIT session and a park to really test them out. Throughout squats, lunges, and other moves, nothing budged or pushed against my skin.

Lastly I tested the High-Waisted Run Leggings ($20, originally $33) for running because I'm very specific about my running tights. I need something high-rise so I never have to think about tugging my pants up, and I need to be able to move my legs freely should I get a burst of energy and want to sneak in a few sprints.

The second I put these on I knew they were meant for running. They were much firmer than the other tights I tested, but I still had full range. The waistband was considerably higher than my other running tights, and I think that's what helped them stay in place. I loved the slight sheen to them, and there are breathable mesh panels on the backside of the knee that made moving easier.