The Best Running Shorts

Summer is here and suddenly that means that even the earliest of runs leave me red in the face and drenched in sweat. It also means grabbing shorts when I open my drawer instead of my favorite capris and leggings that have kept me warm all Winter and Spring. The first run in shorts can either be wonderful or horrible.

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Wonderful – Running in shorts feels so free compared to the constriction and coverage that leggings and crops provide. It almost feels as if I’m flying, even if I’m running a relaxed pace. 

Horrible – If you’re blessed with strong, muscular thighs then you quickly realize that you forgot to apply Glide in between your thighs and you come home chafed and bloody. That post-run shower is not refreshing but instead feels like daggers as it pierces your thighs and the chafed, exposed skin. 

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Since you guys had so many comments on my Instagram post, I thought I would share my three favorite loose fit running shorts as well as the links to your recommendations!

Your turn: How about you? What is your favorite short?

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored however there are a few affiliate links via ShopStyle. 

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7 Comments

  1. susan June 14, 2016 / 2:21 pm

    I always have to wear 7″ running shorts due to my thighs rubbing. I am 5’4″ and in shape but that’s my anatomy :). I have found Brooks has some 7″ shorts that work well and are lightweight. I never understood when people claim their thighs rub but still wear shorter shorts. I have to have my thighs covered.

  2. Danielle June 14, 2016 / 3:10 pm

    I hate wearing shorts for the very reason that I can never find ones that fit properly or are way too short! Thanks for sharing.

    • Jenny June 16, 2016 / 12:55 am

      Danielle – I am almost 6 ft. tall and my sister is over 6 ft tall and we swear by the two Lululemon shorts that Ashley recommends! The length and fit is amazing, plus they perform for years 🙂

      • ashleyd June 16, 2016 / 12:39 pm

        Jenny I think you actually recommended them years ago! 🙂 Great minds think alike, eh?

        • Jenny June 17, 2016 / 2:16 am

          Ha! It must be a tall southerner (who race in pearls) thing! 🙂

    • ashleyd June 16, 2016 / 12:40 pm

      Good luck!!

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