Outfit ideas
What to Wear to a Spin Class for Women: Outfit Guide
Short answer: Wear high-waisted, opaque leggings that stay put when you move, a fitted top that won't ride up, and snug socks with cycling shoes or stiff-soled sneakers. Add a light layer for the warm-up and keep everything close to the body so nothing catches on the bike.
Spin class is a hot, sweaty, fast hour on a seat, so your clothes need to stay in place and not ride down. Here are six outfit ideas built around our leggings, each with shoes, a top and a few small extras. We describe each pair as the photos and titles show it, so check the size chart before ordering.
Charcoal leggings with a fitted black tank
Start with the Squat Proof Ankle Length Leggings. They are dark charcoal and high-waisted, with a wide stretch waistband and a dense, opaque-looking knit. That is reassuring when you stand out of the saddle with a full room behind you. Add a fitted black tank and a light zip hoodie to take off after the warm-up. Wear cycling shoes from the studio or your own pair, plus a hair tie and a small towel. There are no pockets, so your phone stays in the cubby.
Squat Proof Ankle Length Leggings for Women Over 60 · Gray · $69
See the dressSmoothing waistband with a longline sports bra
The Ankle Length Tummy Control Leggings have a high, wide waistband meant to smooth the middle. The knit is close-fitting and elastic, with ribbed panels on the thighs and calves. They are a pull-on style with no zipper or closure, which means nothing digs in while you pedal. Wear them with a longline sports bra and a loose, breathable tee. If you don't have cycling shoes, choose stiff-soled sneakers and ask the front desk whether the bikes take clip-in shoes.
Ankle Length Tummy Control Leggings for Women Over 50 · Charcoal Gray · $69
See the dressMedium-weight seamless leggings and a racerback
If see-through leggings are your biggest worry, look at the Seamless Thick Leggings Not See Through. They are charcoal gray with a wide waistband and a medium-weight, opaque look in the photos. Please check the thickness details on the listing and the size chart before you buy. Pair them with a racerback tank over a supportive sports bra, short athletic socks and a sweatband. Bring a zip-up for the walk out into the cold afterward.
Seamless Thick Leggings Not See Through for Women Over 50 · Gray · $69
See the dressPlain gray leggings with a side pocket
The Ankle Length Thick Leggings Not See Through are solid gray with a wide waistband, a skinny fit and a visible side pocket on the thigh. The look is plain and simple. Wear them with a white or navy tee, a sports bra and bright sneakers or cycling shoes. A slim pocket can hold a locker key or a card. I would still leave your phone in the locker, since we can't say how anything sits in the pocket while you ride.
Ankle Length Thick Leggings Not See Through for Women Over 50 · Dark Navy Blue · $69
See the dressRibbed dark gray leggings and an oversized tee
The Ribbed Ankle Length Leggings are dark gray, seamless and high-waisted, with horizontal ribbed stripes on the thighs and a scrunch seam at the back. The styling is sporty and a little youthful, so keep the rest simple. Try a roomy cotton tee over a sports bra, a headband and white sneakers or cycling shoes. The ankle hem keeps the fabric clear of the pedals. Pull-on, with no pockets, zipper or closure to fuss with.
Ribbed Ankle Length Leggings for Women Over 60 · Gray · $69
See the dressPetite-friendly leggings with a cropped tank
The Petite Thick Leggings Not See Through are dark charcoal, high-waisted and made of a stretchy seamless knit. They have a wide, smooth waistband and a ruched seam at the back. If you are petite, look closely at the size chart for the length. Pair them with a cropped, fitted tank so the high waist stays visible. Add low-cut socks, cycling shoes and a small water bottle for the rack by your bike. No pockets or zippers.
Petite Thick Leggings Not See Through for Women Over 50 · Gray · $69
See the dressWhat to look for in spin class leggings
Choose a high, wide waistband that stays put when you lean forward over the handlebars. Dark colors are the safest bet for opacity, since you spend a lot of time out of the saddle. Ankle length works well because there is no loose hem near the pedals. Skip anything with bulky seams at the inner thigh, as the seat will rub there. Because all sales are final, measure yourself and compare with the size chart before you order.
Shoes, tops and small extras
Many studios rent cycling shoes, so call ahead. If you ride in sneakers, pick a stiff sole and avoid long laces that can catch. Wear a fitted or cropped top, because loose fabric can ride up or flap in the fan. Bring a towel, a hair tie and a layer for the cooldown, since you will cool off fast once you stop. Keep jewelry minimal and leave your bulky bag in a locker.
Want more options? Browse all leggings for women over 50.
Questions, answered
Do I need special shoes for spin class?
Many studios have clip-in bikes and rent cycling shoes. If yours does not, stiff-soled sneakers work. Call the studio to ask before your first class.
Should I wear shorts or leggings to spin?
Either works. Leggings protect your skin from the seat and the bike and keep you warmer during the warm-up. Pick a dark, opaque pair with a high waistband.
How long does shipping take, and can I return leggings that don't fit?
Shipping to the US is free and takes 7 to 14 business days. All sales are final, so please use the size chart. Damaged, defective or wrong items are replaced or refunded within 14 days of delivery.