Amazon Secretly Has A Great Maternity Activewear Collection
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The main job requirement of maternity workout clothes is simple: They must be stretchy. After that, there's a host of other factors to consider depending on a) your environment and b) your workout habits. If your pregnancy falls in the summer, mesh panels and cooling fabrics make for breathable gym attire. If you live in a cooler climate, fleece-lined leggings that let you keep up your morning walk habit are about to become your new best friend. With thousands (no, really) pages of products to comb through, Amazon is basically the Wild West of activewear, and its pregnancy selection is no exception; so, to streamline your shopping, we pulled together an edit of 20 items.
On our list are silky smooth maternity leggings with compression and belly support, high- and low-impact sports bras that are adaptable for nursing, and sleek one-pieces so snug, you'll want to lounge in them all day. Here's to maximizing your comfort (wherever possible):
Pregnancy Jumpsuit
Pockets, four-way stretch, and double-sided fabric (read: non-see-through) all combine in this snug playsuit. When you're done working out, throw on a cropped sweatshirt for running errands or pair with an oversized knit and boots for date night.
Half-Zip Pullover
A perfectly slouchy sweatshirt is a staple in any closet, maternity or not. This simple style is one you'll be reaching for well into your postpartum days.
Maternity Leggings
Thick with just the right amount of compression (according to reviewers), these buttery soft leggings are for the gal whose workout wardrobe is just as colorful as her regular one.
Motion Control Bra
Not only is Champion's high-impact sports bra great for support—the molded cups were built with targeted zones for breathability and stretch—but it also has a zipper, which means it doubles as an easy-access nursing bra.
Fleece-Lined Leggings
If the majority of your pregnancy occurs during winter or fall, thermal leggings are the way to go. Shirred detailing on the sides gives this purple pair extra flexibility, and the fleece lining ensures they'll hold up in frigid temperatures.
Maternity Joggers
Whether you wear them to the gym or just to cozy up on the couch, we're predicting these elastic waist joggers will become a quick staple. Reviewers note they hold up in the wash well and won't shrink.
Maternity Zipper Shirt
When the temps start to plummet, throw on this zippered jacket for your morning run. According to buyers, the material is still thin enough to be breathable—great for tricky transitional weather that always makes getting dressed a hassle.
Flare Maternity Leggings
You don't actually have to do yoga in these yoga pants, but the bootcut style is a good way to switch it up if you want something just as convenient as leggings (high-waisted, elasticized support and all) with a different silhouette.
Two-Piece Set
If you're a fan of corduroy, add this ribbed set to your collection. The bra comes with a removable pad so you can tailor the fit, and both pieces have a seamless design.
Maternity Bike Shorts
We see no reason to give up on the bike short trend just because you're pregnant; simply pick a style that has full-panel stomach coverage. This navy pair is made with four-way stretch and chafe-proof seams, too.
Maternity Leggings
Leave the bag at home and pare down your gym items to the essentials (a phone, keys, and maybe a card or two) with this 7/8-length style that comes with pockets (!!). These leggings are also designed to be worn two ways: unrolled, for a high-rise style that's more comfortable during your pregnancy, or rolled down to just below the belly button for postpartum.
Maternity Running Shorts
When the drawstring closure on your go-to shorts becomes a little too constricting, upgrade to this affordable lined pair. It has a flat, high-rise waistband for better support that won't dig into your skin.
Maternity Workout One-Piece
For the hotter months when you want to avoid bulky clothing at all costs, the answer is simple: a workout romper. This one-piece is lightweight, with 10 percent spandex in the fabric for flexibility.
Maternity Tennis Skirt
If your favorite activity is tennis, choose a uniform more conducive to a growing belly. This ultra-stretchy pastel skirt is made to be sweat-wicking, with an inner shorts layer built from quick-dry mesh to keep you cool and comfortable.
V-Neck Bra
This v-neck style has everything you'd want during your pregnancy. Made from True & Co's signature True Body microfiber (an ultra-soft fabric that reviewers say feels like a second skin), it's seamless, wire-free, and plenty supportive.
Racerback Tank Top
Beyond Yoga's maternity tank is made from a slightly lighter-weight version of their trademarked Spacedye fabric, which is a UV-protected performance material specially made for all kinds of workouts. The ruched seams are a nice perk for sneaking in some stretch.
Tennis Dress
This scoop-neck dress comes in six muted colors and has both a built-in bra and shorts. One reviewer even noted that because the dress isn't super fitted, it doesn't rub uncomfortably or feel too hot.
Sonic Underwire Sports Bra
If you want maximum support without sacrificing breathability, Freya's best-selling underwire bra is made from the brand's Coolmax fabric, which was created to eliminate sweat, and features mesh panels to further keep you cool.
Secret Fit Leggings
When you find something good, it can't hurt to stock up. Motherhood Maternity's cotton-blend leggings have over 23,000 reviews to back them as well as seamless maternity panels for support—why not buy a two-pack?
Sports Bra
For long walks or light yoga, a lower-impact sports bra that doesn't skimp on support is all you need. We like the wide straps on this one because they come with nursing clips, so you'll be getting use out of it way after the baby comes.
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