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Stripe Hana Run Short

$46.00 Available in Plus Sizes

Lap Short

$49.00

Swift Short

$32.00

Grace Short

The streamlined short designed for running or tennis with enough compression to hold tennis balls securely in the legs.

running skirts and shorts - reviews

Showtime!
It's a little embarassing sometimes in the locker room, I think it's safe to say there's a healthy amount of "competition" among girls, everyone is half naked or totally nude walking around and putting on as little as possible before heading to class or to the general gym floor. A great body has become the new and most fashionable item for a woman (more than a designer bag or shoe)... and let's face it, we're all part of it. These are great shorts, comfortable (enough) to wear and feel sexy enough to go out there and expect to turn heads.

Fantastic shorts
I'm really pleased with these shorts. They are great for treadmill running in the winter. The waist band is extremely comfortable and the legs don't ride up at all. I'm 5'5" and 114 pounds and the extra small fit perfectly (sometimes I find Athleta's XS to be too small for me but these fit great). I also think they are priced really reasonably for what they are.

True Grace
This pair of shorts was a gift for my girlfriend who has just recently gotten into running. I scored major points with her by buying these. She tells me they fit perfectly and keep her so much cooler and dryer than her other shorts. Top notch product!

AWESOME SHORTS!
Love, love, love these shorts. They're perfect for running and they look great. I used to spend lots of money in stores like Nike and Runners stores and didn't find anything this cute and perfect fitting.

It''s about time
I've tried all kinds of undershorts beneath my tennis skirts and dresses. These are the BEST! Most shorts dig in at the waist creating an ugly line, basically making one appear to be chubby when they aren't (I'm 5'6" and 125 lbs.) These do not. I will be planning on purchasing more of these for both my daughter and I. I just wish they were a little cheaper. That and the stitching along one of the legs came unsewn the very first time I wore them.

nice, smooth fit - no muffin legs or top!
The fabric is nice and thick, though the white may still be a bit too thin for modesty for some. Love the wide waistband - very comfortable. Will wear this mostly under my tennis skirts. Wish there were more colors....

Love this ...
I love the length and fit of this ... have worn them now for boot camp classes, yoga, kickboxing, and running and they've been great for all! I even sometimes wear them to walk the dog but I am a little worried that I might get nominated for a makeover tv show if I don't stop!

Great shorts for under the bra cup dresses
I got these to wear under the bra cup dress I got - simultaneously purchased. They are comfy, and what I have found is that they are the perfect length, fit and compression to wear to run, do aerobics, zumba, you name it. At 5'8", wearing a small, sometimes the ... shorts are too ... revealing more of my assets than I want everyone to see, but the length on this pair is perfect and it doesn't squash my thighs to the point where the inner thigh has the blob factor at the bottom. I will definitely be ordering more for my outdoor summer runs.

Great tennis shorts
I bought these shorts to wear under my tennis dresses and was very pleased. The waste band is wide and doesn't cause any tummy bulge. They stay in place without being too tight. The legs do ride up, but I think all lycra shorts do that if you're not stick thin. I have large thighs and they don't dig into them, but they do hold the tennis ball without slipping. I would recommend these shorts to other tennis players. I am 5'8", 155 pounds and typically a medium to large in shorts and skorts, or a 8-10, and the large fit well. I think the medium would've been too tight.

I bought it for running, but found that the shorter length caused the legs to roll up while I ran causing it to be very uncomfortable. My goal was something different then the loose running shorts that allowed for chafing (living in the tropics) It might be different for someone with a straighter leg - I've got some curve to my thighs. I'm going to try it out with a yoga practice and see if the rolling happens, otherwise I think it would be great to sleep in. I would love the same shorts in a longer length.

buy a size up
I'm 5'4, 110 lbs and bought an xs which is my size in all the pants and skirts. Should have gotten a small although might not wear these except for under a tennis skirt. Material is too thin and see through.

$34.00

PowerMesh CYA Skirt

$39.00 Available in Special Sizes

Reflective Chase Skort

$59.00 Available in Special Sizes

Swagger Skort

The ultimate sport skort puts a swagger in your step with lightweight mesh and a sweet layered design.

running skirts and shorts - reviews

Fantstic skirt!!!
LOVE this sirt! I was drawn to this skirt because it wasn't just another boring black running skirt. Love the ruffle design. great fit, not too ... not too long. Really comfy. Get tons of compiments whenever I have it on! :) If you're a fan of the running skirt(I AM) I highly recommend this one! Also, great for gym workouts, and running errands afterwards.

Love it!
I LOVE this skort. I didn't realize that ladies were wearing skirts for running until I went to a popular race in my town a couple weeks ago. It seemed like everyone and their mother was wearing one! Then I saw a picture of this item in a magazine and I loved how it looked. I just got the skort today and it is so comfortable. I can tell it will be great and comfortable for running. I ordered it in blue and it is a beautiful color. Living in FL it gets very warm so it seems the fabric willl keep me cool. I've order it in pink as well and am waiting for that one to arrive. So adorable!!

swagger skort
I really love the way this skort feels and works when running. I purchased the solid black skort as well. The reason I am returning the pink skort is because of the difference in color from the video showing the skort on the model running along the beach. In the video, the ... black with the pink skort over top. In reality, the skort is completly pink. If the black and pink combination were an option, I would purchase it in a heartbeat, but my understanding is it is not. I will just have to make do with solid black as my only option. If you choose to order, I would suggest to purchase one size smaller. It is a little loose in the waist.

Perfect!
Love this skort! Many ... skirts are too straight and/or too long for my taste but the ruffled layers allow me to look cute whilst working out. The fit is perfect, the material breathes well, and the ... underneath keep me covered. Roomy pocket is great for stowing nutrition, cell phone, id, cash- all at once! I came back to buy more :D

Love it
I have worn it to my gym a couple of times and Love it. I have ran in it. I am debating between this skort or another Athleta skort for the Disney Princess 1/2 marathon this Feb. Thank you for making tall options. I am 6 ft tall and love ... skirts but most places do not offer them in talls.

Great Racing Skirt!
I wanted to wear something really cute for the Boston Marathon and chose this skirt. They were out of the XS online, so I got the small. I am 5'5" and 110 lbs and it was huge on me. I was able to exchange for an XS and this fit much better, although I might have been able to do the XXS. This skirt is very cute and unique with perfect length. With the ruffles, it is a lot of fabric, but did not think this weighed me down while ... undershorts stayed in place and did not creep up. The skirt flairs out a bit at the sides, so if this sort of thing bugs you, you might not like it. I thought it was comfortable and sassy to ... race in! You can see it in real pictures here: [@]

pretty skirt
Ok initially I decided this skirt would be good for running...but I'm going to have to take back that advice. The layers of the skirt are light and feel good but the under ... uncomfortable for long distances. First, for running this skirt should have a liner. The fabric of the ... rough and just walking in it proved difficult. This skort must be paired with a light weight panty. I ran 7 miles in this skort and noticed the shorts tend to ride way up causing chafing in the creases of the groin area. I would like this item for running much more if the under ... had a combination ... if the shorts stayed in place. I will still wear the skort for gym workout but definitely not for running. Thanks again!

Fun Skirt
Skirts are so much fun to run in, they say "I run like a girl and am proud of it". This one is no exception. When I ordered this skirt I was a little afraid that it may make my hips look to big but it lays just right. It's a little heavier than most other skirts but is great for temperate days. Its stylish enough to wear out ... errands or shopping. Lots of fun.

???
I really thought this skirt was cute until I saw the video you guys have for it... really? The last thing i want in a ... skirt is for the back to fly up so every stride someone sees the ... underneath. It really is adorable looking but no thanks for ...

fun but not that fun
i had to reorder because is the medium (which i wear in every running gear brand) was too big. i got a small tall that was still very loose when ... if you're going for a fashion statement, it was very cute and fun to run in (the princess half marathon). no chaffing.

Too ... skort !
I returned this skort as it was much too ... me. I love ... skirts but this did not even come close to CYA , if you know what I mean.

$49.00 Available in Tall Sizes

Printed Swift Zip Skort

$54.00

Endurance Tri Short 6" by Zoot ®

$70.00 Online Only

Hana Run Short

$24.99-$39.00 Most Valuable Performer

Stability Run Short

$24.99-$44.00

Presto Short

$19.99-$39.00 Available in Tall Sizes

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Athleta Running Skirts and Shorts

Athleta running skirts and shorts are designed for both style and performance. Find running skirts and get a feminine look that lets you work up a sweat. Also discover a great selection of walking shorts made with moisture-wicking fabric to keep your skin dry for a comfortable feel during all your activities. Choose a running skort from Athleta.com, and enjoy the cute look of a skirt and the comfort of shorts all in one. The collection of running skirts and shorts from Athleta offers terrific choices for top performance and fabulous style.

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