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Six Steps to Washing Workout Leggings: Separate Towels and Skip Softener

Keep technical leggings in good condition by airing them after exercise, checking the exact care label, washing inside out with similar fabrics, and choosing gentle drying methods. These steps focus on routine care rather than one-size-fits-all rules.

5 min read2026-10-27

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What you need

Worn leggings
Care label
Suitable detergent
Drying rack

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How to

1. Once you finish exercising, remove damp leggings from the gym bag and spread them out until you can wash them. Avoid leaving sweaty synthetic clothing tightly bundled for an extended time.
2. Read the care label, typically inside the waistband, to check permitted machine-wash settings, water temperatures, detergents and drying methods. Search for model-specific directions if necessary.
3. Turn leggings inside out to expose the side that contacts skin. Keep them away from lint-shedding towels and cotton, heavy jeans, and clothes with abrasive buttons or zips; sort by similar colors and fabrics.
4. Where permitted by the label, select a cold and gentle wash cycle with an appropriate dose of detergent. Using excess detergent does not improve cleaning and can leave residues on the material.
5. Avoid fabric softener and dryer sheets on moisture-wicking technical fabrics. Their residues can impair intended fabric performance. Do not add bleach or aggressive cleaners without product-specific permission.
6. Reshape the leggings and air-dry them in a well-ventilated area away from high heat. Check the waistband, seams and material afterward, and retire damaged leggings if their support or coverage is no longer suitable.

One more tip

Do not assume every pair of leggings can be washed identically. Check the actual care label first, especially for special finishes, attachments and compression fabrics; the manufacturer's model-specific guidance takes priority.

Sources and media

Originallululemon technical fabric care referenceSource and publisher: lululemon

OriginalNike's official leggings washing and drying guideSource and publisher: Nike

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