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10 Athletic Shorts You Need to Try

10 Athletic Shorts You Need to Try

By Alexis Parente

Updated Apr 21, 2017 @ 3:00 pm

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Just like all activewear, each piece is created based on the movements needed to perform that specific activity. I find it most important to buy your activewear shorts based on what types of workouts you will be taking part in. You wouldn’t want to wear a loose mesh style short to a Hot Vinyasa class or you will be in a very sticky situation, if you know what I mean.

We have rounded up the best activewear shorts you will need for your work outs.

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Topshop

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$26

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The cotton blend with elastic waist style is perfect for a dance based work out.

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Patagonia

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$29

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A boy-short moisture wicking style is great for a power yoga session.

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GapFit

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$35

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With a breathable weave and GDry moisture wicking these shorts will take you through all your boot camp training classes.

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Nike

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$35

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Built in mesh briefs will help with breathable and comfort when running or training.

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Falke

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$45

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This Sport System’s shorts make a great base layer for winter sports.

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Sweaty Betty

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$55

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A spandex short with a longer length will make for a comfortable cycling short.

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Tory Sport

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$80

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An adjustable drawcord waist placed on the side makes this short gives comfort for all floor based work.

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Adidas by Stella McCartney

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$75

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The shell and jersey short combo helps to prevent chafing while running.

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LNDR

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$88

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Made with shape retention, these shorts will retain there shape after repeated wear and wash, great for a hight intensity studio work.

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Aeance

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$202

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With a more structured silhouette these water repellent shorts are great for sports such as tennis or golf.

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