These Yoga Pants Can Keep Up With Every Workout — and They Have Pockets!

Updated Mar 12, 2025 2:23 am ET


Diverse group of students doing yoga poses during yoga class

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Staying active is one of the best things we can do for our bodies, whether it’s yoga, Pilates, strength training or simply going for a walk. But if your workout gear is uncomfortable, restrictive or constantly shifting, it makes it that much harder to focus on movement. That’s why a good pair of leggings is essential, and THE GYM PEOPLE’s High Waist Yoga Pants check all the right boxes — comfortable, supportive and designed to move with you.

Unlike leggings that roll down, dig in or lose their shape after a few washes, these feature a wide elastic waistband that stays put so you won’t have to constantly adjust them. They also offer just the right amount of tummy control, providing a smooth, hugged-in feel without being too restrictive. The moisture-wicking, four-way stretch fabric keeps you cool and dry while staying thick enough to be completely squat-proof — so no worrying about sheerness.

And let’s talk about the pockets, because they’re amazing! The two, deep side pockets are perfect for carrying your phone, keys or even a small wallet, while a hidden inner pocket in the waistband keeps smaller essentials secure. One reviewer swears by their durability, saying, “These leggings have held up for over a year of doing aerial silks twice (or more) per week! I use them at the regular gym and am impressed with their thickness and durability.”

Another raved, “Love that there is a pocket on each side. Great value/price. Not too stretchy — perfect level of control.”

Whether you’re wearing them for exercise, running errands or simply lounging, these leggings deliver on comfort, support and convenience.

Maria Correa is a writer who loves making information accessible to others and good storytelling. She began her career as a copywriter intern who had to Google “What is copywriting?” but has since gotten the opportunity to create dozens of print and social media campaigns for well-known international and local brands in English and Spanish. She’s also well-versed in the world of SEO writing. When she’s not writing articles, you’ll find Maria walking around her neighborhood in Puerto Rico, filling out the pages of a coloring book, and writing fiction stories.

Kayleigh Drake

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Kayleigh Drake is a Commerce Content Editor at McClatchy. She’s based in Birmingham, Alabama, and holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Kayleigh has written and edited content for numerous publications, with a particular focus on the food, kitchen, home and lifestyle verticals. When she’s not fulfilling her editorial duties, she loves record shopping, playing guitar, baking and buying entirely too many plants.