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Have you ever tried to take off a pair of workout leggings while you’re sweaty and hot? It’s pretty impossible and, blatantly put: miserable. To combat this entirely avoidable phenomenon, we’ve started transitioning away from pants to workout shorts. After all, there’s a pair for every type of sweat sesh, from stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking to cycling to and long-distance running. And who doesn’t like when your activewear is specially designed to match your workout?
To help you meet your match, we rounded up some of our favorite workout shorts for every activity. You’ll be able to crush your workout in them or just hang out in them without feeling restricted or too hot (because, yes, you’ll want to wear them outside of the gym, too). From classic black bike shorts to a pair of social media-famous running shorts that come in 33 colors, there’s something for everyone. Keep scrolling to shop our picks ahead.
— Additional reporting by Tamara Pridgett