Adanola leggings review: I tried the viral gym leggings and here are my honest thoughts

Welcome to another edition of I Bought A Really Good Thing and I need to tell you about it. This time we're talking about a pair of the best leggings. I am slightly embarrassed to admit that in 2024 unless it involves cocktails and an Uber home, you best believe I will be wearing the best leggings I can buy - because comfort is key. Welcome friends, to my Adanola leggings review.

Leggings are slick! Cosy! Versatile! Give me a well-fitting pair of gym leggings and I can take on the world. The best running leggings are the ones that are chic enough to wear whilst chasing errands but you can also actually run for the bus if you need to. We all have those days, don't lie.

Leggings are the crux of any lounge outfit and my life-long obsession is finding the best out of the lot. And...I've found it.

The viral leggings which do all of the above (and more!!!) are the Adanola leggings which have the whole of Celebsville in a tizzy. Everyone from Molly-Mae Hague to Michelle Keegan can't stop wearing Adanola Ultimate Leggings, along with the brand's equally-as-nice workout clobber.

Another celebrity who's joined the Adanola Leggings Fan Club is Zara McDermott who was spotted donning a staple black pair during Strictly rehearsals with Italian pro dancer, Graziano Di Prima.

During the hilarious video poking fun at Zara's dancing skills (oh, hun, we can relate) the former Strictly star wore the Adanola Ultimate Leggings, £39.99 paired with the Adanola Tank Bra in White, £29.99. See, we told you they are good.

At £39.99 a pop, the Adanola leggings aren't exactly cheap, but as they look just as good for rest days as they do for gym days, they are beyond worth it. Available in plenty of wearable shades (think Navy Blue, Deep Teal and of course, Black) they have been saving the Instagram elite's outfits time and time again.

Adanola leggings review:

So, what are the leggings actually like IRL? They are beyond stretchy and flattering for starters. As a life-long lover of Lululemon Aligns, £88, they definitely have a very similar look, but the fabrics are not the same. Think more buttery-soft like a Lululemon dupe but the Adanola leggings are lighter and feel more similar to lycra. If I had to pick, Adanolas are definitely worth it especially as Aligns go bobbly after a while.

I'm a size 10 and went with a size S, which fits me perfectly, but they are the type of stretchy material that you could probably go a size up or down and they would still fit (but don't hold me to that! Please!) If you're unsure about your sizing, they have a handy guide on their website.

Is Adanola worth it?

Adanola is a great option for any type of exercise, whether it's hitting the gym or going on a leisurely walk. They have a range of products perfect for a range of exercise intensities, so we can see why their products are raved about so often.

Are Adanola leggings stretchy?

Adanola leggings are specifically designed with four-way stretch, meaning they won't be restrictive and will hug the existing contours of your body. They won't feel too tight and will help rather than hinder your workout.

Whose brand is Adanola?

The brand emerged from the thriving Manchester fashion scene after being founded in 2015 by Hyrum Cook, who's also its CEO.

Aimee Jakes is the shopping editor across heat and Closer. As well as mainly writing about skincare launches, high-street fashion and gym bag essentials, she also regularly chats to celebs about their wellness routines for heat's Self-Care Sunday.

Header image credits: courtesy of @missjamiefirth, @jesschamilton and @hattiebourn