Biker Shorts and Running Shorts Guide

Shorts are a summer and gym staple. This guide covers biker shorts, running shorts, booty shorts, gym shorts and yoga shorts for women, and how to choose shorts that do not ride up.

Biker shorts

Biker shorts are fitted spandex shorts with a 3 to 8 inch inseam. High waisted biker shorts, seamless biker shorts and biker shorts with pockets are the most popular. They come in black, white, off white, grey, light grey, grey marl, heather grey, navy blue, light blue, sky blue, pink, light pink, purple, red, cherry red, maroon, orange, yellow, olive green, dark green, brown, beige, tie dye, ombre, camo, leopard print, animal print, floral and striped.

Running shorts and running tights

Running shorts for women are light and loose, often with a built in liner. Running tights and compression running shorts are fitted for support. Running shorts with a phone pocket, cell phone pocket or zipper pocket keep essentials secure.

Booty shorts and mini shorts

Booty shorts and mini shorts have a short inseam. Scrunch booty shorts and scrunch butt shorts add a ruched back for lift, and butt lifting shorts shape without padding.

Gym shorts and yoga shorts

Gym shorts and yoga shorts should stay put for squats. Seamless shorts, ribbed shorts and high waist shorts are top picks. Weight lifting shorts are stretchy with a longer inseam.

Shorts that do not ride up

Shorts that don't ride up have a longer inseam, a silicone grip hem or a seamless knit. Size up if your shorts roll.

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