Fitness Fashion: Skirts With Legs

Running skirts are rising in popularity faster than teenagers' hemlines, and for good reason. They're comfortable, flattering and, generally speaking, quite functional with handy pockets.

There's just one problem -- once winter rolls around, bare legs aren't exactly ideal. Even if you're heading to an indoor workout, the few minutes it takes you to go from the car to the gym in the freezing temperatures can do a number on your muscles. But what if your skirt -- your favorite, comfy running skirt -- had legs?

SkirtSports offer just that in their ToughGirl Skirt ($90), and it comes in a variety of colors -- the "Hot Legs" version even has a fun print on the leg. You get all the benefits of yoga pants or leggings, but there's nothing skin-tight to your bum. Now, that's a design I can get behind! As far as functionality goes, the ToughGirl Skirt has two hidden pockets as well as a SonicMusic Port for your headphones.

Now if you, like me, can't run in long pants no matter what the weather, you might be more into this atalanta athleticwear "renewed determination" running skirt ($68), which has capri pants.

Of course, you can always toss a pair of running tights beneath your favorite running skirt and make your own combination, too. But will it look as put-together?

Still not sure about running in a skirt? Maybe this running skirt review will change your mind.