Amazon Is Overflowing With Activewear—Shop 15 Finds for $40 or Less

My tennis coach had a theory that you play better when you dress the part. As someone who truly enjoys putting together outfits, I test drove his idea. While a great outfit didn’t necessarily mean I would win every point, I did feel better throughout each of my matches when I dressed up a bit. And because the words of a great coach can stay with you forever, I still love shopping for and wearing great activewear pieces for everything from walks to tennis matches (yes, I do still play). I decided to highlight 15 pieces you can shop at Amazon for $40 or less that will make you feel confident—and maybe even help you win, too.  

Best Activewear Deals for $40 and Under

• Hanes Jersey Drawstring Shorts, $9 (was $19)
• Aeuui Racerback Workout Top, $15 (was $20)
• Baleaf 8-Inch Biker Shorts, $15 (was $27)
• The Gym People Short-Sleeve Workout Shirt, $17 (was $20)
• Running Girl Sports Bra, $22 (was $30) 
• The Gym People High-Waist Running Shorts, $25 (was $27)
• The Gym People High-Waist Yoga Pants, $25 (was $30)
• LouKeith Tennis Skirt, $28 (was $34)
• Cugoao Tennis Dress, $38 (was $46)
• Ewedoos Tennis Dress, $40 (was $50)

Amazon has tons of customer-favorite activewear pieces that you can shop on any budget, and I was thrilled to spot these comfy Hanes 100 percent cotton drawstring shorts on sale for just $9. I also have (and love) a short-sleeve tee just like this one—it’s so easy to throw on with shorts or leggings for workouts and continue to wear for errands post-sweat. And you can’t go wrong with a preppy under-$40 exercise dress for tennis, pickleball, or golf, nor should you skip the chance to pick up a top-selling sports bra while it’s on sale for just $22. There are plenty more picks below, so keep reading for even more recommended exercise dresses, tops, skorts, shorts, and leggings. 

Aeuui Racerback Workout Top

As much as I love wearing T-shirts that I’ve picked up while traveling, I feel better when I wear proper workout tops when I exercise. I’m always searching for tank tops that toe the line between pretty and functional, and this racerback style hits the mark for just $15. It’s made from an easy-to-move-in makeup of 95 percent polyester and 5 percent spandex, and it has mesh straps that will help to keep you cool. My favorite feature of all, though, is the pretty crossover pleat on the back of the shirt. Choose your favorite from 20 colors in sizes S to XXL.

Baleaf 8-Inch Biker Shorts

Even though they’re ultra-popular, I haven’t invested in a pair of biker shorts yet, but I have my eye on this top-selling pair from Amazon that’s shoppable in sizes XS to 3XL in up to 35 colors and patterns. It’s available in three lengths (8-inch, 5-inch, and 3-inch), but my preference is the 8-inch length because I think it will offer more coverage and less possibly for chafing (!!) during longer runs and walks. Because pockets are a must in leggings or shorts, I’m thrilled that this pair has two side pockets and a waistband pocket—and I’m also intrigued by the high-waistband, which promises to stay in place while you move.

The Gym People High-Waist Yoga Pants

Whether I’m working out or traveling, I wear yoga pants all year round. If you’re shopping for a new pair, don’t miss this high-waist style by The Gym People while they’re on sale for $25. They’re Amazon shopper-favorites with 50,300 perfect ratings, nearly 7,800 five-star reviews, and a spot at the top of the best-seller list in the Women’s Yoga Leggings category. Similar to other pairs, these have a high waist, side and inner waistband pockets, and sweat-wicking properties to keep you comfortable during any activity. “I can move freely and confidently without having to constantly adjust my clothing. And they are squat and sweat proof, so I don’t have to worry about any embarrassing mishaps during my workouts,” wrote one shopper who said the yoga pants “don’t roll down.” The workout leggings are available in 27 colors that include classics like black and white and bright shades like pink and green in sizes XS to 3XL.

LouKeith Tennis Skirt

Thanks to many years spent playing tennis, I have collected a lot of skirts, and I can’t stop continuing to purchase them. Whether you’re looking to broaden your rotation or acquire your first skirt, this LouKeith option is the one to get because it has a classic style and is the top-seller in Amazon’s Women’s Athletic Skorts category. It’s on sale for just $28, and you can choose from 35 solid colors and patterns in sizes ranging from XS to 3XL (the green, pictured above, is my favorite). Most importantly, the skirt has built-in shorts, and you’ll also find a high waistband and a pocket for your phone. The skirt has quite the following, too, with more than 4,000 five-star ratings and hundreds of reviews, including one shopper who wrote, “One of my favorite pickleball skirts! The shorts underneath are perfect—not too tight and they don’t ride up.”

Ewedoos Tennis Dress

I have a surprising admission: I don’t own a tennis dress. They weren’t super popular during the height of my matches in high school, but I love how they’re seemingly everywhere now. It feels like it’s high time to scoop one up, and I’m eyeing the Ewedoos Tennis Dress because it’s on sale for $40. It’s the top-seller in Amazon’s Women’s Activewear Dresses category with 4,500 five-star ratings, and it’s made from a combination of 83 percent nylon and 17 percent spandex, which is intriguing because the brand says it’s soft, moisture-wicking, and stretchy. The dress has other must-have features too, like adjustable straps that cross in the back, a shelf bra, and built-in shorts with two side pockets. The pretty lavender is my color choice, but you can also pick up the exercise dress in nine other colors like black, white, and light blue in sizes XS to XXL. 

Whether you’re continuing to pursue a sport you’ve played for years or you’re planning to take up a new hobby, shop Amazon’s vast selection of activewear favorites while you can scoop up many styles for $40 or less. In addition to the finds mentioned above, there are even more to shop below, like capri yoga pants, a comfy sports bra, and a longer 20-inch skort that’s ideal for days on the golf course. 

Hanes Jersey Drawstring Shorts

Ictive Backless Racerback Tank Top

The Gym People Short-Sleeve Workout Shirt

Running Girl Sports Bra

The Gym People Capri Yoga Pants

The Gym People High-Waist Running Shorts

Crz Yoga Butterluxe Y-Back Sports Bra

Santiny Pleated Tennis Skirt

LouKeith 20-Inch Knee-Length Skort

Cugoao Tennis Dress