As seen in the gym: v cuts

V shapes were present on both the spring and fall ready-to-wear runways before arriving on the activewear scene. While the high-fashion version of the trend is undoubtedly flattering, in athleisure, v-shaped legging waistbands provide the best of both worlds: extra security around the hips and a dip in the center to show off abs.

Sports bras and tops are also showing up with reverse v shapes. Matching pieces can be worn together to create an waistline-enhancing diamond shape around the midline.

Here, 8 v-cut picks for the gym and beyond.