The Ultimate Guide to Different Types of Men's Athletic Shorts
The Men's Athletic
Shorts Guide
From run to recovery, there’s a short for every way you move.
The Men's Athletic
Shorts Guide
From run to recovery, there’s a short for every way you move.
From run to recovery, there’s a short for every way you move.
The Men's Athletic
Shorts Guide
From run to recovery, there’s a short for every way you move.
Shop By Activity
Track To Trail
Running
Running
The Terrain Short
Our pinnacle run short, designed for high-performance, distraction-free miles that push your limits.
Running
Light Training
Featherweight, durable, 4-way stretch woven ripstop
The Course Short
From morning runs to evening lifts, this short is built to go the distance—wherever your training takes you.
Running
Strength and Training
Ultra-lightweight 4-way stretch woven
Relaxed Fit
Lined, Unlined
The Vuori Kore™ Short
One Short. Every Sport.™ Our original go-anywhere, do-anything style that delivers endless versatility and comfort.
Strength and Training
Daily Movement, Light Running, Travel, Court Movement, and Mobility
Lightweight 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
5", 7", 9"
Lined, Unlined
Push And Pull
Strength + Training
Strength + Training
The Vuori HardKore™ Short
Our most technical performance short to date, built for your most intense training sessions.
HIIT
Court Movement, Strength and Training
Featherweight, durable, 4-way stretch woven ripstop
5", 7"
Lined, Unlined
The Grafton Short
Ready to tackle any training session, whether you’re going for deep squats or setting new PRs.
Utility Training
Strength and Training
Gutsy, durable, 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
7"
Unlined
The Banks Session Short
Your most universal performance short, designed to take you from workouts to the water and beyond.
Strength and Training
Daily Movement, Mobility, and Travel
Performance 4-way stretch woven
Relaxed Fit
5", 7"
Unlined
The Fleet Sport Short
A sleek fitness short that looks as good as it feels, whether you’re deadlifting or teeing up at the driving range.
Strength and Training
Golf and Travel
Cool-handed, 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
7"
Unlined
The Vuori Kore™ Short
One Short. Every Sport.™ Our original go-anywhere, do-anything style that delivers endless versatility and comfort.
Strength and Training
Daily Movement, Light Running, Travel, Court Movement, and Mobility
Lightweight 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
5", 7", 9"
Lined, Unlined
Full Court Coverage
Tennis
Tennis
The Crosscourt Short
Whether you’re playing or spectating, these tennis shorts are designed for more than just the court.
Court Movement
Strength and Training
Crispy, 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
7"
Unlined
The Vuori HardKore™ Short
Our most technical performance short to date, built for your most intense training sessions.
HIIT
Court Movement, Strength and Training
Featherweight, durable, 4-way stretch woven ripstop
5", 7"
Lined, Unlined
The Vuori Kore™ Short
One Short. Every Sport.™ Our original go-anywhere, do-anything style that delivers endless versatility and comfort.
Strength and Training
Daily Movement, Light Running, Travel, Court Movement, and Mobility
Lightweight 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
5", 7", 9"
Lined, Unlined
Recharge And ResetMobility + Recovery
Mobility + Recovery
The Vuori Kore™ Short
One Short. Every Sport.™ Our original go-anywhere, do-anything style that delivers endless versatility and comfort.
Strength and Training
Daily Movement, Light Running, Travel, Court Movement, and Mobility
Lightweight 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
5", 7", 9"
Lined, Unlined
The Banks Session Short
Your most universal performance short, designed to take you from workouts to the water and beyond.
Strength and Training
Daily Movement, Mobility, and Travel
Performance 4-way stretch woven
Relaxed Fit
5", 7"
Unlined
The Sunday Performance Short
Start strong and end stronger with the perfect balance of performance and softness that never slows you down.
Mobility and Recovery
Daily Movement and Lounge
Performance 4-way stretch
Classic Fit
8"
Unlined
The Fleet Sport Short
A sleek fitness short that looks as good as it feels, whether you’re deadlifting or teeing up at the driving range.
Strength and Training
Golf and Travel
Cool-handed, 4-way stretch woven
Classic Fit
7"
Lined, Unlined
Customer Reviews
The Vuori Kore™ Short
"My go to workout and lounge gear. Extremely comfortable and versatile."
- John I.
The Course Short
"These are run shorts. So I was never expecting front pockets. They feel great and the liner pocket is secure enough to hold my phone during runs."
- Nader R.
The Banks Session Short
“Have multiple pairs of Banks shorts. Wanted a pair with some color and I love these. Excellent in and out of the water.”
- Michael R.
The Short That Started It All
When we created the best-selling Vuori Kore™ Short in 2015, we set out to define a new standard for workout shorts: a style that could work hard and look good anywhere. Ten years later, that original idea has evolved into a full range of high-stretch, moisture-wicking shorts perfected for any activity under the sun.
Men’s Athletic Shorts FAQs
Which Vuori shorts work best from workout to weekend?
Which men’s athletic shorts are best for running?
Which shorts are best for HIIT or high‑output training?
Which performance shorts are best for court sports like tennis or pickleball?
Short inseam vs longer cut — which length matches your movement?
The difference between lined versus unlined shorts:
Built To Perform
With lined or unlined styles and plenty of inseam options, our men's athletic shorts are here to keep your options open. From mornings on the tennis court to post-work runs, these versatile shorts offer technical details like moisture-wicking materials and four-way stretch fabric that work hard and feel good.
