OLD-SCHOOL BASKETBALL SHORTS used to be insanely baggy, but delivered plenty of freedom to move as you play. The downside is that they also felt like two hefty sacks on your legs. Nowadays, the best ...

It’s time to dig up those mesh shorts you used to put on for practice; the kind you were forced to wear for gym class; the kind NBA players wore well into the late ’80s. They’re the right mix of ...

In 2025, who among us can really ID the absolute best shorts for men? TikTok teens would have you believe that a 5-inch inseam is the only length that matters. (Mea culpa: we’ve done our fair share of ...

They flex like performance gear but look polished enough not to be mistaken for laundry-day leftovers. Our Men’s Health editors tested dozens to separate the gimmicks from the good stuff—these are the ...

Runners are a fussy bunch—and for good reason. The right gear can make all the difference, whether it’s shoes, shirts or even the perfect energy bar. What works for one runner might be a total miss ...

A pair of well-fitted compression shorts not only provides runners with snug comfort and less chafing—they can actually improve your performance. Studies have shown that compression apparel can help ...

Your tennis shoes may be the most important piece of apparel on the court, but tennis shorts are a close second. Choosing the best tennis shorts for men means finding styles with the right fit and ...

There’s nothing better than stepping out the door in a light, airy pair of running shorts on a crisp fall day with a slight chill brushing your legs, knowing that a mile in, you’ll warm up to that ...

The heat is rising, the sun is shining, and the thighs are ready: ‘tis the season when the best short shorts for men come out to play. Letting your quads share the spotlight has gotten a lot of hype ...