Men's sports shorts: what are there and how to choose?

For sports training, a regular morning jog or a summer walk in the park, every man needs special clothing that does not hinder movement and is good at allowing moisture to pass through. A versatile men's wardrobe for all these occasions is sports shorts. What they are, how to choose them correctly - we will tell you in our article.

All men's sports shorts are products with an elastic band, such copies have no zippers, there are several pockets. Usually, sports patterns are made from a soft and thin material, most often polyester, although cotton can sometimes be used.

If we compare sports shorts with sweatpants, then the first option is often preferred by men with beautiful legs, however, shorts are often bought specifically for sports. So, active and versatile movement is characteristic of football, volleyball, running, tennis, beach volleyball, therefore representatives of these sports disciplines prefer to wear shorts.

Do not forget about the rules and traditions for each sport. For example, most types of martial arts involve the use of only sports pants during a fight, while boxers, football players and volleyball players, on the contrary, perform only in shorts.

The following types of sports shorts can be found in stores:

• running shorts;
• fitness models;
• cycling shorts;
• products for swimming and beach sports.

Most often, men are interested in a variety of fitness shorts. These products are made of elastic fabric, they are breathable and wick away moisture, have flat seams or are offered without them at all. These are always examples of a comfortable cut, they are universal, and their use in the gym does not depend on the season.

Another popular type of men's shorts is sports for running... Men prefer this wardrobe item for its versatility - in shorts you can not only run in the morning, but also do other sports. They are characterized by a loose fit and often have bright designs. Running shorts are devoid of buttons and zippers, and some models have a cotton lining on the inside, which reduces friction during running and provides good breathability.

Sports shorts can differ not only in their purpose, but also in the material of manufacture. The most common options are:

• fleece;
• cotton (cotton);
• polyester + spandex;
• viscose + polyester;
• nylon + polyester + spandex.

Men's sports shorts may vary in size. Consider different length options.

If shorts are needed for playing basketball or boxing, then it is recommended to choose loose and long varieties. In such samples, the shape of the cut goes down to the knee and lies freely on the hips. Some of these models have an elasticated waist for good air permeability and prevention of skin irritation.

This variety ends at the middle or upper thigh.Some models have side slits. Such it is recommended to choose short shorts for athletics, football, they are suitable for cycling or training in the gym. They can also have a mesh layer and lace.

The short jogging shorts are made from breathable materials that allow for quick movements and control the release of perspiration. Shorts are also made short for beach sports, and some models are also suitable directly for swimming. Beach shorts are often made in bright colors.

Sports shorts for men are presented in a huge range of designs. Solid colors such as white, khaki, dark blue, cream, beige, gray, brown, olive are relevant. Beach and bike options are usually bright - orange, light green, lilac, yellow. Often the shorts themselves are black, and their pockets, elastic band, lace or some designer inserts are made bright.

Camouflage lace-up shorts are very popular - they are perfect not only for sports activities, but also for outdoor activities, for example, for a picnic, fishing or hiking... Thus, the variety of men's sports shorts gives the man the opportunity to calmly choose the most suitable option. These can be knitted or spandex products; short, medium or below the knee; plain or colored.

When choosing shorts for sports, heed the following recommendations.

• The length of the shorts and the design depends mainly on the personal preference of the buyer, but the choice of cut (tight or loose) should be determined by the type of training for which the purchase is made.
• When paying attention to wide shorts made of dense materials, keep in mind that in the gym they will constrain movement during stretching exercises. But they do not contribute to the accumulation of sweat and therefore are very comfortable to wear.
• For workouts in the gym, and especially for stretching exercises, it is still better to choose tight models. They are practically not felt on the body and therefore do not restrict movement. In addition, men are attracted by the peculiarity of the product to emphasize the beauty of the muscular male body.
• For the gym, try to avoid cycling models, they are poorly breathable.
• Choose your training shorts size carefully. If you choose too small and short products, then they will press, rub the skin, gather in folds, and cause general discomfort during training. Excessively large specimens can slip and look sloppy.
• Give preference to models that include an inner mesh layer. In this case, the athlete can give up underwear during the lesson without losing comfort.
• If you are looking for models for a morning run, then you can purchase a product with a zip pocket. This attribute will allow you to securely hide your keys, phone or audio player. Just do not take options with Velcro - it will cling to clothes, quickly fail, and in general, this is not such a reliable way to hide little things.
• Try on your shorts carefully. Make sure they are comfortable for the particular figure, sit in them, bend down, bounce, do a few exercises to make sure they are comfortable and secure.
• Visually examine your favorite model for spots, holes and other imperfections. If there are zippers on the pockets, check to see if they are sticking. Check the seams for evenness and neatness.