6 best running shorts for women in 2021
For your next workout, you may want to consider one of these highly rated running shorts from popular brands like Lululemon and Athleta.
This short is meant to be both lightweight and water-resistant. Like many of Girlfriend Collective’s clothes, it’s made from recycled single-use plastic bottles. The short features an underwear lining, zippable pockets and a drawstring waist. It is available in sizes XXS to 6XL and in seven shades, including Geranium and Quartz. While Girlfriend Collective doesn’t publicly share the average star rating for its products, these shorts have garnered more than 1,200 reviews.
This short is specifically designed for three types of running — short, long and trail running, according to Athleta. It’s made from the brand’s Recycled Featherweight Stretch — a blend of polyester and spandex — which is meant to be lightweight. It features mesh ventilation, a side zip pocket, a built-in brief liner and an internal drawcord at the waist. This short currently comes in sizes XXS to 3X and in eight prints including Violet Static and Black Camo Lux. While Athleta doesn’t provide an average star rating, more than 90 percent of reviewers left this short with a 5-star rating.
These sweat-wicking shorts are made with what Nike calls its Dri-FIT technology to keep you dry and comfortable while working out. The shorts feature mesh side inserts for cooling ventilation, an elastic waistband with an inner drawstring and a drop-in back pocket. They are available in sizes XS to 3X and in a variety of colors like Citron Pulse and Barely Green. They have earned an average 4.7-star rating over more than 1,200 reviews at Nike.
This Lululemon option is meant to be lightweight and sweat-wicking. It features Lycra fabric in order to both stretch and keep its shape while you’re exercising. You’ll also find a drawcord at the waist, side zippered pocket and a built-in liner on this pair. You can choose between sizes 0 to 20 and 12 colors, including True Navy and Warm Coral. This short has earned an average 4-star rating over more than 2,100 reviews.
A bestseller at Outdoor Voices, these shorts were formerly called the Hudson Shorts but were renamed. The pair is made from the brand’s RecPoly fabric, a quick-drying and lightweight recycled polyester. It features a knit waistband and built-in liner. Some of the eight colors these shorts come in have limited availability, but White and Navy are among the fully in-stock shades. Some sizes, including XXL and XXXL, are currently sold out, but most of the colors are available in sizes XS to XL at the moment. While Outdoor Voices doesn’t publicly provide an average star rating, these shorts have 914 reviews.
If you’re searching for more options for your workout wardrobe, the following athleisure and activewear-centric retailers offer a range of styles for women’s running shorts.
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