Amazon Essentials Men's Performance Stretch Woven 7" Training Short

I have “training/fitness shorts” from two other brands; but, of all things, I couldn’t find them in the color Navy. I came across these offered in Navy after searching on the Amazon Essentials brand. I have other clothing from Amazon Essentials, and I find those items to be stylish, well-made and a real value (I don’t understand why Amazon has limited its men’s clothing offerings and why Amazon doesn’t restock clothing I’ve bought, because I would buy more). Anyway, while these shorts are not quite what I expected, that doesn’t mean they are not good, well-made shorts. My other shorts have a thicker/heavier feeling to the hand fabric. They are a polyester-spandex/elastane blend just like these shorts. However, the fabric in these Amazon shorts is very lightweight and not quite as smooth-soft feeling. I would say the fabric is more like running shorts. It is stretchy and flexes as you move or change seating positions. Perfect if you want a lightweight pair of shorts for when it’s hot. I wear my other shorts more as “ath-leisure wear”. The on-seam side pockets and zippered rear pocket linings are made from a stretchy mesh, so they don’t get hot against your skin. I appreciate having the pockets. I like the split seam at the bottom outside of each leg. I think these would make good tennis shorts, especially as the inseam is only 7”. Be prepared—these wear shorter than what you might be used to wearing. Definitely not down to the knees. I would prefer 9”, but I knew how the 7” would hit going in. Amazon recommended size Large (I’m 6 ft and weigh 185 lbs). Having bought size Large shorts on Amazon’s recommendation before and finding them slightly too big, I ordered Medium and the fit is spot on.

I wear athletic shorts everyday of the year. Recently, I've been having to get rid of some of my shorts just due to them being worn out from wearing them over the past 3-5 years. I am in college now and I needed a new pair of athletic shorts and I noticed that these were only $10, so as I am a "Broke College Kid" that was a steal and the worst that could happen is I have an extra pair of sleeping shorts. I ordered them.When the order had arrived, I was eager to open the package. Upon first impressions, I was highly impressed. I've only been wearing Nike, Adidas, and Under Armor shorts. Having the name brand shorts in high School was important, but now its all about affordability and quality. These have a thick waistband which I thought I wouldn't like, but it actually allows the shorts to not bunch in the waist and they just feel right! The shorts feel a little more rigid then the name brands, but they are still stretchy and comfortable.Upon wearing them, they are great! I am 5'11, 2XL waist, and have unproportionable femurs so shorts are either too long or bunch up in the mid-region. These fit well, are not too baggy, have a back-zipper pocket (uncommon from the name brands) and I am in love with these shorts.All-in-all, these are a great pair of shorts especially for the cost. No name brand will be able to give you a better pair of shorts for the cost. So, to the mastermind/team behind these, thank you!

I've purchased four of these shorts in different colors in the same size and was lucky enough that three out of four fit correctly. The green one fit more like a small than a medium. The drawstring length also varies, as I received one that is way too long compared to the others. Another difference I found is one had the back zipper reversed. The all have left to right to close the rear pocket, but I have one that is the opposite. A little annoying but not enough to risk returning and receiving a pair that doesn't fit the same. Overall, good material, and my favorite part is the thick wide waistband. Wish they had more colors, and was more consistent with the make of each shorts.

I've been looking for super stretchy unlined shorts with pockets for our new quarantine reality. These totally fit the bill. A few specific details:- The stretch, combined with the shorter inseam gives you total freedom of movement. I use them for peloton rides, light yoga, and a lot of sitting around working from home. No complaints.- Fit is true to size. I have skinny legs and they feel fine. If you have treetrunk legs maybe consider sizing up, the stretch and structured waistband mean that they won't be falling off of you if you do decide to do so. However I do think if you have a small waist relative to your legs you could get away with normal sizing. They are a really middle of the road cut.- Waistband is structured and 'tall', for lack of a better word, compared to other athletic pants. It's almost a sweatpant style waistband vs. a normal pair of athletic shorts. Assuming this stems from these shorts being the cut-off version of their long pants. I don't know if it's better or worse, it's just different. It doesn't fold over itself like some thinner standard athletic shorts' waistband does. It's comfortable for a day of wear. I'd be curious how they would do on a long flight, but who flies in shorts?- Construction is solid. They don't feel as bulletproof as say, my nike phenom running pants, but they feel less likely to pill up than my dirt cheap adidas climalite shorts. Pockets are a good depth but I'd appreciate sturdy zippers in any shorts like these. The light weight and stretch always makes me nervous that the shorts will ride up on my leg while sitting and something will fall out.Overall for the value I think they are a great buy. Totally recommend.

Trim fit and the right length (not too long and not too short). Nice shorts for the gym!

Scarped against a tree and fully ripped. Very comfy shorts but quality of outer lining is very thin. Unfortunate to see they did not last longer.

Great fit! This shorts are durable, look great for gym of casual wear! I have 4 colors!