The Best Maternity Workout Clothes for Moms-To-Be

Geller was hesitant to try this workout dress at first for fear that a snug dress was going to be “unflattering,” for her bump, but the second she tried it on all of her doubts washed away. It’s on the slightly looser side, so it doesn’t overaccentuate anything. Plus, it’s a bit longer so you don’t have to worry about it riding up too much. She wears it on long walks with her dog, but she tells me it’s also one of the few maternity activewear pieces that she feels cute enough wearing casually as well. She’ll throw a jean jacket over it, pair it with flats or flip flops, and wear it to a backyard hang at a friend’s house.

This dress is suitable for pregnant workouts because it’s equipped with all the necessary bits: a built-in shelf bra and built-in briefs for extra protection, wide shoulder straps for support, removable cups, and a moisture-wicking fabric comprised of nylon and spandex to step in when things start to get sweaty. While it does have slight compression, it’s buttery-soft, so you’re always comfortable and never claustrophobic.

Geller notes that the only downside to this dress is that, like a normal workout dress, you have to take it fully off to pee, which she’s doing more often these days, but that's to be expected with this type of one-piece outfit.

Throughout her entire pregnancy, Andriakos hit the gym consistently. And the workout bottom that got her through every high-intensity sweat session was the Lux Maternity Legging from Reebok. “This legging is made of a thicker, slightly more compressive fabric than a standard legging, which makes it perfect for sweatier, more intense workouts during pregnancy,” she says. While it def holds you in, Andriakos confirms that the over-the-bump waistband isn’t too tight over the belly (this is a pet peeve of hers with any maternity legging). It’s made from nylon, but there’s also a 20 percent concentration of elastane mixed into the fabric, so you can count on this pair for some solid stretchiness.

This legging only comes in one color (we know, a bit of a letdown), but Andriakos points out that the brown-gray shade hides sweat completely—a major plus. It’s also made with odor-fighting tech, so you don’t have to stress about breaking a sweat during intense workouts. You've got enough on your plate with the bump! Just a heads-up: It’s not seamless, so if you’re all about that smooth, second-skin feel, you might want to explore other options.

Geller and Andriakos both highly recommend the Beyond Yoga Spacedye Legging with pockets. “Whenever someone asks me if I recommend any must-buy maternity items, these are my number-one suggestion,” says Andriakos. She lived in these during her third trimester because they were more comfortable than any other maternity legging she tried on. As far as workouts go, she loved doing low-impact exercises in them, but she also wore them during long travel days and to the office with an oversized sweater. “I couldn't live without a clean pair, so I invested in two,” she says. “Can’t recommend them enough.”

For Geller, these leggings stand out because they’re buttery soft (hi, polyester and elastane!). While they still feel tight enough to be supportive during workouts, Geller says wearing them feels like you’re wearing nothing. And although they’re a bit more of a splurge at $110, she says they’re def worth investing in, as the quality is “better than anything else on the market,” so you’ll get a lot of use out of them.

She says these leggings may be a little too warm for a pregnant woman in the summer, so you may want to opt for the Beyond Yoga Maternity Biker Short once temps heat up.

Geller says finding a good pair of shorts during pregnancy felt nearly impossible. Most were too tight on the thighs, rode up constantly, or didn’t fit over her bump. That all changed when she discovered this pair from FP Movement. “Even though it’s not technically maternity, the stretchy waistband fully covers my bump,” she says. The loose legs keep things light and airy, which is crucial in her pregnancy playbook. And because it’s not made just for maternity, she loves that she can keep wearing it postpartum too.

Another win? It stays in place while running, so no need to constantly tug it down. Geller also feels fully supported thanks to the built-in briefs under the flowy outer layer. Made with a breathable polyester-elastane blend, it’s lightweight, moisture-wicking, and comes in a bunch of fun colors, not just the usual black or navy. “I love that I can choose red, green, even yellow,” she says. One note: The lighter colors can be a bit see-through.

This is Amazon’s top-selling maternity workout dress, and with over 2,000 glowing reviews, it’s safe to say it fits like a dream over a growing bump. The built-in bodysuit means you’re fully covered, whether you’re bending over or caught in a breeze during a walk. While we wouldn’t suggest it for a high-intensity gym session, it’s perfect for pickleball or a breezy summer stroll.

Made from a breathable polyester-spandex blend, it’s stretchy and lightweight—no feeling hot or squeezed in. I have a similar one from FP Movement and wear it constantly on super hot days when I want to be comfortable but still look put-together. I'm not pregnant, so I can confirm this works just as well for anyone, bump or no bump. Bonus: the sleek front pockets are more than ideal for stashing keys or small essentials if you’re heading out for a quick errand.