The 6 Best Workout Tops For Women Of 2025, Tested By Experts And Editors

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This is a great winter top to wear for your outdoor runs since it provides more coverage, or as a layering piece during your cold weather commute to the gym. Stewart says this long sleeve top is one of her all-time favorites for working out because it not only feels super soft, comfortable, and lightweight on the skin, but it’s also moisture-wicking, so you never need to worry about sweat buildup or BO when your workouts start to get intense.

We love that this shirt has a totally seamless construction, so we never found that it chafes. Plus, it has grippers on the inside of the hem to prevent it from riding up, so it stays in place during our entire workout, which is a huge plus. We found this especially helpful during movements like burpees or downward dog, but also during running.

This top is a winter favorite, thanks to its thumbholes that help keep you warm and hold the sleeves in place. Another bonus? It has a UPF 40+ coating, offering sun protection when you’re exercising outdoors. Plus, it’s incredibly breathable—it never feels too tight during workouts and allows for sweat to air out without a ton of buildup.

We’ve washed this shirt many times and found that it holds up well time after time. Once it’s dry, it still feels brand new, which we agree is hard to find in a workout top.

We sized up in this tank so we could layer it over tank tops and sports bras easily, but if you want it to be a bit more compressive, we recommend staying true-to-size or sizing down if you want it to be super snug. Our one miss with this shirt is that it’s a bit see-through, so if you don’t want your bra sneaking through, opt for its darker colors.