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The best running shorts for women are comfortable to wear and wont distract you during your run.
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Running shorts come in a variety of styles, from minimalist split shorts to bike-short-style spandex.
It all comes down to personal preferences, but there are a few things to take into account.
Plus, each season, Janji partners with artists to create fun patterns and colorways.
Tracksmith Session Shorts
Tracksmith
Tracksmith offers high-performance running apparel that has the classic aesthetic of college sports.
Theyre designed forspeedwork, so they perform best when you open up your stride.
Think sprints, tempo runs, and PRs.
Theyre quick-drying and extremely lightweight.
These mid-rise shorts come in both a three-inch and four-inch inseam, both made from a breathable mesh material.
The Front Runner shorts provide all of that in a lightweight, flowy design.
They feature thoughtful touches, like the reflective detailing, that is great for early morning ornighttime runners.
But if you keep your phone elsewhere, these shorts will offer comfort, performance, and style.
And they have a no-nonsense design so you might focus on what really mattersrunning.
They come in over 20 fun colors and feature a loose fit around the hips perfect for allbody types.
The super high-rise waistband is great for coverage if you pair them with a sports bra.
However, while we love the boxing-shorts-inspired design, itsa lotof fabric.
So, its not always practical for hot environments.
Although they only have one minimal pocket, this intentional design keeps them ultra-lightweight.
Theyre made of a super soft, breezy material that is quick-drying.
The bare-bones design is reminiscent of classic drawstring gym shortsif gym shorts actually looked good and fit well.
These shorts from Smartwool dont cut corners when it comes to breathability and moisture-wicking capabilities.
Theyre made of a super soft, thick material, and theyprevent chafingand dont ride up when you run.
These two-inch woven shorts made our list because theyre designed with performance in mind.
They also have a split side and interior back pocket to put keys or gels.
The flat waistband mesh keeps you cool during your hot summer runs.
(This brand also makes one of the best running shorts for men, theBrooks Sherpa shorts.)
The most important feature should be lots of pockets, and these shorts from Decathalon deliver the goods.
They have six pockets, two of which are zipper closed.
Theyre the perfect length for extra coverage without beingtoolong, and they are reasonably priced for the quality.
However, these shorts run small, so its best to size up!
This design allows the inner layer to be lightweight and breathable without risking the dreaded see-through shorts experience.
Theyre flowy with a wide, comfy waistband that disperses pressure and hugs you in all the right places.
