Women-Owned & Female-Founded Fitness Brands 2021

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In honor of International Women's Day, we're proud to present this strong lineup of female-founded fitness brands striving to empower women 24/7 and 365 days out of each year. From big-time celebrity labels like Eleven by Venus Williams to smaller eco-friendly activewear crafters, the market for workout clothes created by women and for women is boundless.

Ahead, find everything from inclusive sizes to multipurpose designs, sweat-wicking fabrics to sustainable materials, and more sporty styles we love to support. Join us in giving female business owners their flowers by shopping for a sweet new yoga mat or fresh pair of thoughtfully made leggings.

At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff—and, while we do receive commission from Amazon, all of the goods linked to on our site are independently selected and supported by our Shopping team.

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