The Athleta Interval High-Rise Legging was my favorite pair of compression leggings I tried during my initial two-month testing process. It’s super flattering, holds me in, and has a snug fit without feeling too tight. Plus, it’s completely squat-proof and stays put during all my workouts. I also love the hidden drawstring inside the waistband. An external drawstring can add bulk to leggings, which isn’t always the most flattering look.
Finding leggings that stay put during HIIT workouts has always been a challenge for me, but these genuinely don’t budge. Despite being tight compression leggings, it stays in place without rolling down at the waistband (a common issue with super snug fits) or slipping during full-body moves. When you first slide it on, it might feel a little too snug, but once it’s in place, it’s surprisingly comfortable and contours perfectly to your body. Out of all the leggings I tested, this made me feel the most supported and was the most flattering by far. That’s thanks to the brand’s PowerMove fabric, which is made from a blend of polyester and elastane that feels both stretchy and contouring on the body.
I opted for my normal size, medium, and felt like they were the perfect fit, so I’d recommend going true-to-size for these. I also went with the regular length, as I’m 5’7″, but if you’re on the taller or shorter side, you can opt for the “petite” or “tall” lengths.
I appreciate that the waistband is on the thinner side and that the seam goes straight across the hips, so it doesn’t add any bulk to the waist for a flattering shape. Another pro? Even in burpees or deep squats, these are never see-through.
While these leggings do feel nice and cooling, I found they’re not as moisture-wicking as the brand claims. By the end of my low-intensity workout, I noticed some sweat stains around the waistband. This could be even more noticeable during a higher-intensity session. That said, I’d go for the black color to help hide any sweat marks.
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