adidas Women’s Techfit Period-Proof High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Description

The adidas Techfit Period-Proof High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings are adidas’s everyday training legging with a genuinely useful twist — a built-in absorbent gusset. You get AEROREADY moisture-wicking fabric, a high-waisted cut, a 7/8 cropped length, and a period-proof absorbent layer at the gusset. They retail around $50–75, and that period-proof construction is the standout: real built-in absorbency for active women who don’t want to plan workouts around their cycle.

Fabric & build

The AEROREADY shell is true performance spec — moisture-wicking and quick-drying, so it holds up across HIIT, weight training, and running rather than just studio wear. The high-waisted band stays put through hinging and squats, and the 7/8 length keeps the hem clear of trainers. The 3-Stripe side detail is minimal — a small tonal stripe, not oversized Adicolor branding. Flatlock seams reduce chafe on longer sessions.

The period-proof gusset

This is the real differentiator versus a standard Nike Pro or CRZ YOGA compression legging. The built-in absorbent layer genuinely functions — it can replace a tampon or pad on light-flow days and supplement on heavier ones. For anyone who trains daily, that’s one less thing to coordinate.

Fit & sizing (honest)

Techfit runs true to slightly slim through the waist. Order true-to-size for body-skimming everyday wear; size up if you prefer a non-restrictive feel. They pass the squat test universally — no sheerness at full stretch — so they’re safe for public gym floors. Between sizes, size up so the high waist doesn’t roll.

How it compares

The fabric and squat-proofing are comparable across all three; the period-proof gusset is the feature nothing else in this band matches. For a broader rotation view see our activewear & athleisure hub, and for squat-proofing specifically, our squat-proof leggings guide and workout leggings roundup compare the top options.

How to style it

Training-first, so the styling is simple: a supportive sports bra and cropped tee for the gym, or a longline top and trainers for athleisure errands. Color range is black year-round, with navy and charcoal in seasonal drops.

Who it’s for / who should skip

Buy it if you train through your cycle and want built-in absorbency without sacrificing performance fabric or squat-proofing. Skip it if you want firm sculpting compression (Nike Pro pulls tighter), the lowest price (CRZ YOGA undercuts it), or a buttery yoga-only feel — this is a training legging first.

Care

Wash cold inside-out and tumble dry low. Skip fabric softener — it coats moisture-wicking fabric and dulls both the AEROREADY performance and the gusset’s absorbency over time.

FAQ

Do the period-proof leggings actually work? Yes — the gusset absorbs light flow on its own and supplements heavier days. A genuine functional layer, not marketing.

Are they squat-proof? Yes, universally — no sheerness at full stretch.

What size should I order? True-to-size for body-skimming; size up one for a looser, non-compressive feel.

Can I wear them for running? Yes — the AEROREADY fabric and 7/8 length suit running, HIIT, and lifting.

How do I wash the gusset? Cold wash inside-out, no softener, tumble low — that preserves absorbency.

Bottom line: the period-proof adidas — AEROREADY moisture-wicking, high-waisted, with a built-in absorbent gusset. The training legging with menstruation-friendly construction standard compression tights don’t offer.