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You know your [style](https://www.nike.com/a/how-to-style-leggings) and all the features you want in your ideal leggings; now it’s time to make sure they fit you correctly. Even with a lot of compression, you want to feel comfortable in your workout leggings. So when you try on a pair of leggings, check that the fit is right with a simple test:

**The size test**: Even with a snug fit, you should be able to comfortably put one finger between the leggings and your body at both the waist and ankle. If more than one finger fits, you may want to go down a size. However, if you can’t get one finger in the gap, go up a size.

If you’ve ordered your leggings online, make sure you can [return or exchange](https://www.nike.com/help/a/returns-policy) them if the fit isn’t right or you don’t love them. Because when your muscles are aching and lungs are burning, you should still feel comfortable and confident in your workout leggings.

Once you’ve found the right pair, take care of them so they last. Wash workout leggings in cold water after each wear to remove sweat and oils, and skip the dryer — air drying helps preserve the fabric’s stretch and shape_._