lululemon Athletica
4.4•Sportswear store•Closed
Location: 700 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MapQuest+1
If premium performance wear is what you’re after, lululemon delivers. This store specializes in technical apparel—leggings, tops, training gear, yoga-focused items—with fabric, fit and finish that stand out in the activewear world. MapQuest+1
Why go: Great when you want your workout clothes to perform and look good: ideal for yoga, high-intensity training, or when your gym-to-street rotation matters.
Tip: Given the premium positioning, prices will be higher than budget chains. If you’re looking for basic gym wear or trying to stick to a tight budget, you might want to browse elsewhere first and save this for pieces you’ll use often.
Athleta
4.0•Clothing store•Closed
Location: 607 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314. Phone: (703) 214-6774 Athleta+1
Focused primarily on women’s activewear, Athleta blends performance & versatility: workout clothes that can transition into everyday wear. According to their store page, they design for all the ways you move—gym, yoga, everyday. Athleta
Why go: If you’re seeking solid workout apparel (leggings, tops, training gear) with a modern look, and you value comfort and versatility as much as performance, this is a strong pick.
Tip: Because their focus is more on versatile activewear than ultra-technical gear, if you need something very specialized (for example, advanced compression, high-end performance fabric) you may still want lululemon or another technical brand for that piece.
Pacers Running
4.6•Running store•Closed
Location: 1301 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314. Phone: (703) 836-1463 Visit Alexandria+2MapQuest+2
While known for its running and walking footwear, Pacers also carries apparel and accessories tailored for running, training and active lifestyles. Visit Alexandria+1
Why go: If your workouts include running, training sessions, or you want technical apparel matched to your footwear, this is a great one-stop. The benefit: apparel plus specialized running gear under one roof.
Tip: Since the core of the store is running-focused, if you’re buying apparel for other forms of fitness (e.g., studio, yoga, casual gym) you might want to compare styles here and at the above stores to see which fabric/fit works best.
Final Thoughts
If I were ranking by “priority” based on your workout style:
- For premium performance & style: start with lululemon.
- For stylish, versatile activewear (especially women’s focus): go to Athleta.
- For running-oriented gear and broader training apparel: visit Pacers Running.