In a stroke of luck, some of our experts’ favorite workout clothing just dramatically dropped in price, courtesy of the Athleta Friends and Family sale. The savings extend far beyond its already discounted section and to new arrivals, limited-edition collections and bestsellers — you name it.
Athleta’s site is chockfull of workout leggings, joggers, sports bras and plenty of other?fitness attire?to suit any preferred workout, and it’s?all up to 25% off. Consider it a special treat to loyal Athleta shoppers. No coupon code is necessary, as discounts are automatically applied and calculated at checkout.
These deals on exercise apparel almost seem too good to be true, so make sure you shop before items run out or until the sale ends on Oct. 1. To help speed up your browsing, we rounded up a solid list of our favorite pieces, selected by editors and tested by experts. P.S. The Salutation leggings are running for $69.
Underscored experts crowned the signature Salutation leggings our best legging pick. I personally own about three pairs of these (in fact, I'm wearing a Navy pair as I pen this) and consider them the elite yoga legging for their comfortable support that barely loosens over time.
Teaming up with Olympian Simone Biles, Athleta recently debuted its popular high-rise Elation leggings in this limited-edition shiny navy color. We're surprised to already see it discounted, considering its new release.
Equal parts stylish and practical, this exercise dress from Athleta impressed our experts with its "barely there" fabric and hidden liner pockets. Best of all, the already on-sale dress can be stacked with the current 25%-off deal.
The Conscious Crop bra tank restored my faith in sports bras for larger busts. As someone who wears a 32DD, it's tasking to find a top that feels supportive sans a restrictive look and feel. This one saves the day and outfits wearers up to size 3X.
Unsure whether a restaurant or movie theater will be too chilly for your liking? Keep this cozy wrap on hand. It's made with the brand's Nirvana fabric, touted as "ultra soft" and "breathable."
I subscribe to the belief that leggings are in their most stylish form when they are flared. Athleta's pair proves just that with these high-rise pants in versatile olive, wine and black colors.
I'm constantly raving about this backpack's deceptively roomy interior (enough to fit overnight clothes) and its smart features, like a laptop compartment, key leash and zippered outer pocket. Most notably, its durable material has withstood rain, and it zips all the way down so you can better pack items.
A hit for years among my family members, the Athleta fanny pack has been the plus-one on trips to Europe and days at amusement parks. It's cut from the same cloth as the backpack, meaning it'll do well protecting the essentials. I appreciate its structured build because it makes it easier to open and close without the contents spilling out.
Pair this cropped jacket with a matching sports bra and leggings, and you'll feel all the more motivated to take on the gym. Sacrificing neither function nor style, it offers a compressive fit, a pair of thumb holes and zippered pockets à deux so you can keep earbuds or keys within arm's reach.
Athletic pants disguised as work trousers? Your colleagues will be none the wiser. Pack these pleated wide-leg travel pants in your gym bag to throw on after a gym sesh, styling it with a pair of chunky sneakers. We simply love how easy it is to dress up or down.
Does Athleta ever have sales?
While it’s not unusual to see an Athleta sale, they tend to be scattered on and off throughout the year, oftentimes around holidays. It is, however, noteworthy to see prices slashed across every category on the site, especially brand-new arrivals and limited-edition collections.
Last year, the Athleta Friends & Family sale happened only twice a year. That’s why we recommend shopping the Athleta Friends & Family sale now to save across top-tested activewear. Also, shoppers can unlock free shipping off orders of $50 or more by signing up for a free Athleta Members account.
Why we like Athleta
The brand consistently tops the competition in our product guides. Our team of testing editors evaluates nearly everything under the fitness umbrella. That means putting clothing to the test in real life with real testers. Specifically with leggings, Athleta performed leaps and bounds ahead during our tests, holding up against repeat laundering without noticeable pilling, fading or stretching. We consider its high quality well worth the investment. Athleta also makes tons of editor favorites, like its sports bras.
Why trust CNN Underscored
Our savvy deals team, including senior editor Rikka Altland and associate editor Elena Matarazzo, rakes the Internet for hours to find the best deals for readers. That includes checking price history to ensure you’re actually getting a good bargain to keeping tabs on coveted products for when they go on sale at a moment’s notice.
As someone who has covered fashion deals and product reviews for more than three years, deals editor Jacqueline Saguin curated this list of Athleta deals with hits that are both top-tested items and those with impressive discounts.
