Living the celeb lifestyle means brunching with the girls, signing up for pilates classes and of course, wearing the best pilates leggings. They can be worn during a workout but also whilst running errands, which makes them the easiest weekend outfit. Coffee after class? No problem.
It's not just celebs either, all things athletic are quickly becoming the new casual for the rest of us. Comfy, versatile and practical. Why wouldn't you want your very own leggings that double up as leisurewear and activewear?
Pilates has become all the rage, especially with the likes of Made in Chelsea's Verity Bowditch, Millie Mackintosh and Love Island's Olivia Bowen speaking out about its' benefits.
'I find Pilates sessions are as much for my mind as my body, it feels good to take time out and do something for me,' Made in Chelsea's Millie Mackintosh posted on her Instagram. Even fellow cast member, Verity has found time to set up her own set of pilates classes.
So, if you're feeling like pilates is something you'd want to try, but you're not quite sure where to start when it comes to buying pilates clothes, these leggings as picked by celebs might just help you out.
The best pilates leggings as picked by celebs
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The best pilates leggings as picked by celebs
1 of 12Olivia Bowen's favourite pilates leggings
Olivia Bowen's faves are the Grey Rib Split Hem Leggings that are a staple of her In The Style collection. As seen as part of an activewear set, they're perfect for pilates.
2 of 12Olivia Bowen's favourite pilates leggings
Another of Olivia Bowen's favourite pilate leggings are the Charcoal High Waisted Seam Control Leggings. The placement of the seam detail makes for a super flattering pair.
3 of 12Verity Bowditch's favourite pilates leggings
Verity Bowditch has been spotted on her Instagram in these Go Move High Waisted Gym Leggings from Marks & Spencers.
4 of 12Verity Bowditch's favourite pilates leggings
She's also a fan of these Sweaty Betty Power 7/8 Gym Leggings as seen on her website, PilatesWithVerity.com
5 of 12Verity Bowditch's favourite pilates leggings
These Mono-XR Blue Nights Leggings from Lilybod are sleek, sustainable and has pockets? What more could you need?
6 of 12Millie Mackintosh's favourite pilates leggings
Millie Mackintosh's favourite brand of pilates leggings seems to be Varley, and these Let's Move High Rise Leggings are a great choice.
7 of 12Millie Mackintosh's favourite pilates leggings
She's also been seen in the animal print version of the leggings on her Instagram, too.
8 of 12Vicky Pattison's favourite pilates leggings
Vicky Pattison showed off her Meghan Grey High Waisted Body Sculpting Seamless Leggings from Missy Empire on her Instagram.
9 of 12Vicky Pattison's favourite pilates leggings
She's also a known fan of Pour Moi and has been seen in their Energy Seamless Leopard Leggings on the 'gram.
10 of 12Helen Flanagan's favourite pilates leggings
Helen Flanagan is also big on Pour Moi and loves their Energy Seamless Logo Leggings in Forest Green.
11 of 12Chloe Lewis' favourite pilates leggings
As South Beach are her go to brand for pilates, these South Beach Yoga Wrap Waistband Leggings as worn by Chloe Lewis are the perfect choice.
12 of 12Lisa Snowdon's favourite pilates leggings
Lisa Snowdon's favourites are these Lettie Printed Leggings from hush.
What is pilates?
Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen the body, particularly the core, with deep breathing and stretching. As well as aiming to improve strength, it also aims to improve balance and flexibility.
The exercise was developed with the connection between the body and mind as its' focus, which is why there's such an emphasis on breath work during the work outs.
What are the benefits of pilates?
There are a number of health benefits to pilates, according to experts. Regular pilates can help improve posture, muscle tone and joint mobility, practitioners across the NHS say.
Due to techniques that hold an emphasis on mental health, pilates can also help alleviate stress and tension, while increasing concentration, body awareness and relaxation.
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