I don't have a ton of money to invest in workout clothes, but I need more than what I have. I wear three sports bras due to the ones I have being A. unsupportive and B. myself having large-ladies.
I would like to find some moisture-wicking leggings to run in, every pair I've tried thus far, won't stay put while I move.
Where do you buy workout clothes without paying a crap-load of money (I'm talking about you lulu lemon!)?
papaya / 10473 posts
I've been wondering the same! Now that I'm working out more days than not, I'm running through the few good pieces I have over and over.
I have a friend who has had great luck with Fabletics - its a monthly thing designed by Kate Hudson.
nectarine / 2272 posts
I buy a lot of stuff on 6pm and target. And i really like moving comfort and champion bras. I'm a 34dd.
hostess / wonderful grape / 20803 posts
Bottoms I buy Champion brand for Target. Same with sports bras. Then I just buy cheap colorful tanks (usually mossimo at Target). I work out a lot and don't spend a lot.
wonderful grape / 20453 posts
Target!! And Zella during the Nordstrom anniversary sale. Creative director of lulu works for Zella now and it's much cheaper
bananas / 9899 posts
Target. I love Lululemon stuff, but it's just way too expensive for me to ever justify.
persimmon / 1379 posts
I second Moving Comfort bras. I am also 34 DD and find them the best and worth the $!
hostess / wonderful watermelon / 39513 posts
Mostly Target but I also shop at sporting goods stores and Lululemon.
cherry / 184 posts
@blackbird: I agree about Zella, and the Anniversary Sale is always when I stock up! Can't wait to get back in my Zella stuff. 
Old Navy Active is where all my maternity workout gear came from and I have been happy with it.
apricot / 398 posts
Target - I recently bought a $30 pair of Champion work out pants on clearance for $9! H&M also has a new work out line that's cute and affordable.
watermelon / 14467 posts
Target. Also, my favorite sports bras are the Moving Comfort ones. They are pricey ($45-$50 retail), but I have been able to get them cheaper online.
coconut / 8430 posts
I buy Zella on sale at Nordstrom and I also find stuff from Danskin/Nike/Adidas at Nordstrom Rack, Marshall's, etc.
nectarine / 2134 posts
Moving Comfort bras are essential for big busted active ladies -- and totally worth the investment. The adjustable straps are key for me. I also really like my Sugoi running knickers and pants, but I get them at Sports Basement, which is a discount sports store we have here in the Bay Area. Personally I think it's worth it to invest in a few pieces of good quality apparel that will provide the support you need, be comfortable, and last a long time. I'm totally down to wear cheaper stuff around the house/running errands, but when I'm running 10 miles I want a supportive bra and pants that wick and stay in place!
pomelo / 5257 posts
I just bought some leggings and a sports bra from Gap and I really like them! Very comfortable, nice material, and they're a lot less than brands like Lululemon but feel like similar quality. If you sign up for Gap emails, they also send out regular sale codes (I got my stuff for 40 percent off).
PS: If you're running, the leggings I bought have a zipper pocket in the back which is awesome for holding my keys.
GOLD / pomegranate / 3688 posts
Moving Comfort for the ladies, hands down. Worth the investment.
As for regular stuff, Old Navy. Seriously. Their Active line is *really* good (says the woman who usually springs for Lululemon).
cantaloupe / 6869 posts
The best sports bras that I have ever had are from Title IX. Get a 5 barbell bra and you will never need to wear three sports bras again.
eggplant / 11824 posts
If you have a BJ's or Sam's club membership, check out there too. I've gotten a couple of sports bras there - they are not the best ones I have, but they were CHEAP (seriously, like 2/$10!). I also get all my sports socks there because, again, CHEAP!!!
My favorite sports bras I got at the Nike outlet, and my absolute favorite leggings that stay put and are high waisted so I feel like everything is held "in" while I run/work out I got at the Gap outlet! Great quality.
bananas / 9973 posts
Zella is available at Nordstrom Rack and their head guy came from Lulu! I've also seen another brand at TJMaxx, Kyodon?, that is basically the same as LL too. I've even seen online where the label had both LL and Kyodon labels in the same garment, which leads me to believe that they are at least manufactured in some of the same factories.
coconut / 8475 posts
@Mrs. Pen: old navy. Love their fold over shorts and tops.
My sports bra is Under Armor though
(About $65). I bought it years ago and it is still killer awesome.
pear / 1693 posts
Target, gap and Nike clearance online. Although I spent more to buy two $$ really great sports bras because I have a large bust and wanted good support.
pomegranate / 3105 posts
Costco.
I don't get the sports bras from there but I get the workout tops with the support built in and I'm a 34DD.
persimmon / 1165 posts
Love Old Navy's activewear line. Super food and really reasonable prices.
wonderful grape / 20453 posts
@mrskoala, I got their magazine and was wondering about their bras! I really like my moving comfort but I don't like cramming myself into an E when I'm really an F. The break in period is suffocating
blogger / pomegranate / 3491 posts
Target, Old Navy, Gap Body, Nike@ Nordstrom Rack (although I looooove the quality of lululemon. I have bought things on sale there that have lasted me regular wear for 3-4+ years)
bananas / 9229 posts
TJ Maxx/Marshalls.
If you have an outlet near you, Under Armour and North Face have great stuff!! Particularly Under Armour - 
them!
grapefruit / 4770 posts
I've been finding awesome sales at Lucy, and the quality has held up way better than my pieces from Lululemon! I'm talking $69 pants for $17. I've never paid full price from there, and I love it!
GOLD / wonderful apricot / 22646 posts
lulu is def $$ but worth it...i've had my lulu stuff for years. (not sure about the current products that have been criticized).
tj maxx/marshalls and target all have great deals on quality workout gear!
blogger / honeydew / 7081 posts
Costco and Old Navy. I drool over the Lulu stuff, but don't exercise enough for it to be worth it (plus, my pp boobs don't fit in any of their tanks).
grapefruit / 4089 posts
Old Navy has awesome activewear, and it goes on sale allllll the time for a great price (I worked there for a couple of years). Their compression stuff is so comfortable and looks good too.
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