The Best Running Shorts for Men

For shorts that are generally a good option for most, we suggest these 10 inch Under Armour workout shorts. They’re made out of 84% polyester and 14% elastane – as such, these shorts are breathable, wick away sweat well and dry quickly. Plus, the material is resistant to the growth of odor causing microbes in addition to having a UPF rating of 30. 

Additionally, these shorts have two deep pockets for carrying your phone, wallet, keys, or any other small items you may want to carry around during your running session. 

Overall, customers find that these shorts are very light weight and that they don’t shrink in the dryer. However, one thing to note is that individuals found that these shorts were longer than expected – you can mitigate that by checking the dimensions and measuring to your own leg beforehand.  

If you’re looking for shorts that won’t weigh you down on a run, these ASICS shorts might be worth considering – they weigh in at just 90.7 grams. 

Since they’re made of 100% polyester, these shorts will be sure to dry quickly and keep sweat away from your skin. Additionally, there’s a drawcord at the waist for adjusting the fit of these shorts as necessary.  

One thing to note, however, is that these shorts don’t come with pockets. If you’re someone that hates the feeling of stuff jumping around in your pockets when you run, that might be a plus. But if you need to have a number of items on you while you workout, you might need to look for a different set of shorts. 

In general, there’s several benefits to wearing compression shorts such as reducing delayed onset muscle soreness and preventing chafing. These 7-inch shorts give your skin room to breathe while also tapering to your legs and fitting well. Plus, the mesh nylon/elastane/polyester blend of these shorts ensures that they’ll dry quickly and won’t leave you feeling bogged down. 

Additionally, you won’t need to worry about anything falling out of your pockets at the gym – these shorts come with zippered pockets so you can rest easy knowing your phone and wallet are going to be right where you left them. 

Overall, customers found that these two in one running shorts were quite durable – on the flip side, some found that these shorts run tight and that you may need to upsize. 

Split running shorts are a great option for those who find that regular style running shorts are too constrictive around the thigh area – they allow your leg more room to move. Plus, the brief liner provides support in the areas that need it the most. 

As with many other running shorts, these ones are made from a blend of polyester, nylon and elastane for stretch, comfort, and ability to dry quickly. They also feature 3 pockets – two regular side pockets in addition to a zippered back pocket for anything especially important. 

If you’re into taking evening runs, these shorts would make a great addition to your workout gear – they feature a reflective swoosh and bars, making it easier to see you in low light conditions. 

Overall, customers find that these shorts are comfortable, light weight and not too long. However, some customers note that the lighter coloured options of these shorts can have visible water or sweat stains. Even so, such stains tend to try quickly. 

Here’s another option for those who have issues with shorts being too tight around their thighs – split shorts such as these 5-inch men’s running shorts from Naviskin can help with such issues. As with many other running shorts, these ones are made from a polyester and spandex blend, meaning that they’re lightweight and wick away sweat well. 

If you prefer running in the evening outdoors, these shorts feature a reflective logo so that you’re more visible in low light conditions (still, if you plan to run in darker conditions, make sure you wear other gear that will make you more visible as well.)

Have lots of stuff to carry? Not to worry – these shorts come with side pockets as well as a zippered back pocket to keep your wallet and other valuables safe while you’re out running. 

Overall, these shorts dry quickly, and they are quite light weight. However, if you store too much in the side pockets, you can feel the pockets swinging as you run. 

Four-inch shorts are a nice in-between for short shorts and shorts that touch your knees. If you’re not a fan of super form fitting shorts, these relaxed fit Lululemon shorts might be the ones for you. 

As with several other gym shorts in this list, they’re made of a polyester and elastane blend that makes them both stretchy and quick to dry so you’re not weighed down. Additionally, these shorts feature flat locked seams to reduce any chafing you may experience while running.  

Something unique about these shorts is that they feature a waistband loop to tie your shirt around in case you get too hot on your runs.  

Overall, customers find that these shorts hold up quite well even when saturated with sweat. Additionally, shorter men or men with smaller inseams tend to find that these shorts fit especially well. On the flip side, some customers found that the liner rides up a little. 

If you hate the feeling of fabric on top of your sweaty legs, 3-inch shorts like this one will help minimize that feeling. Plus, it even has a sweat wicking liner to help even further minimize sweaty skin. 

What’s particularly nice is that the pockets of these shorts feature a bungee cord, for you to tie your keys to – no more worrying that you’re going to be locked outside of your house because your house keys fell out mid run. 

Overall, customers find that the material for these shorts feels thick while feeling lightweight at the same time. However, some customers also find that the waistband rides up some during runs.