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The best men’s gym shorts can be very different from the dirty sweatpants you wore last year while doing squats and leg raises every other week in front of the TV. If you’ve put off your gym membership (and still can’t find adjustable dumbbells), now is the perfect time to capitalize on your monthly budget to stay in shape. will force you to exercise regularly in the fresh air Excites the thought of moving the body.
Over the past few years, we have been sweating in a wide variety of sports and running shorts. To determine the best option, we considered price, durability, feel, and many other variables. Do high performance stretch fabrics really “breathe”? If there is a liner, does it actually stay in place or does it lift up after the third deep hit? where is the pocket Can they actually successfully hold on to what they need by doing different types of workouts? Surely the shorts look good enough that you don’t mind running errands in them while you’re on the run? Here are the 15 best workout shorts for men we’ve found. They should help you get some bang for your buck and seem to do a good job.
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Outdoor Voices has been making some of our favorite workout shorts for years, and the Rectrek shorts are arguably their best. They are wind and water resistant and have strong stretch in four directions. A zippered pocket keeps your valuables safe and sound, while a dedicated headphone output lets you stay connected to your music without worrying about them getting stuck in the gym. They’re roomy and don’t scream, “Hey, I’m going to work out!” which is great because they look good enough to be worn with just about anything.
If you really want to get the most out of your training shorts (after all, a gym membership costs money), you need them to double-duty and make moonshine as everyday shorts. Uniqlo’s ultra-stretch training shorts are made to help you perform in the gym all day long, with features like sweat-wicking stretch fabric, an elasticated waist and zip pockets. But the minimalist design kept it out of the obvious sportswear territory. So when you wear it every day, no one will notice. Plus, for just $25, you can spend every penny.
Ten Thousand makes a lot of sportswear, but in 2014 it started all over again with simple shorts and a shirt. We dug into the 1.0 version we tried in 2015, but over the years the company has made small changes to the design to make it even better. The update keeps the shorts’ minimalist aesthetic but adds some hidden details, including hidden zip pockets. However, when you actually use the shorts, you will most notice how they move. With a loose, no-catch waistband and an extremely flexible shell, the shorts somehow fit your body perfectly and expand easily as you move. If you are looking for the best shorts to get your battle rope crazy, look no further.
Serious runners need serious running shorts. No one has developed more serious running gear than Tracksmith, the Boston-based brand that has taken the aesthetics of the chariot era to modern marathon gear. His latest pair are thigh-length slit shorts inspired by Japan’s Hakone relay – the legendary 218 km relay – made from soft anti-microbial mesh. You won’t be able to fit your phone in the 2.5″ inseam, but the shorts have room for two interior key pockets or one of those play duffel bags.
The Rhone Mako shorts are more gym-friendly than casual wear, but it’s all about performance. Their stretchy fabric is pleasant to the touch and rustles pleasantly with every step. Its separate, full-length zippered hip pocket for smartphones is the most efficient and secure version of any short we’ve tested. They are available in 7″ and 9″ inseam so they are a great option for shorter and/or taller people who want to show off their hips.
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Post time: Dec-22-2022