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Women's Glycerin Short

$40.00
$26.00
Style # 220262
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Camouflaged as a hip fashion short that sits just below the natural waistline, this fast little number just might be what choose for your next race. The stretch-woven shell paired with a light stretch waist and side panel offer excellent range of motion and comfort.

• Fit: Semi-fitted
• 3½" inseam
• Wide moisture-moving waistband
• Envelope-style back pocket
• Soft inner liner

Want to see how these shorts compare to the rest of our collection? Check out our Women's Bottoms Guide.

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Glycerin Short
 
4.3

(based on 39 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (22)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (35)
  • Comfortable (32)
  • Allows free movement (27)
  • Breathable (24)
  • Dries quickly (20)

Cons

  • Too short (5)
  • Poor fit (4)

Best Uses

  • Running (30)
  • Gym (18)
  • Warm weather (17)
  • Casual wear (9)
  • Competition (8)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      100% 

      (4 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Fit:
    • Feels too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      88% 

      (28 reviews)

      Feels too big

       
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (20), Competitive athlete (12), Gym rat (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (36)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Favorite Pair!

I wear these all the time in the hot florida weather and they don't get heavy from sweat nor is the sweat obvious to an outsider. They are a loose fit which is a nice...Read complete review

I wear these all the time in the hot florida weather and they don't get heavy from sweat nor is the sweat obvious to an outsider. They are a loose fit which is a nice change since I tend to be built bigger in the thighs with a narrow waist. They don't ride up. I can wear these shorts to run a 10k (I did actually) or to spinning class, out on the trail, or walking around the shopping center. The wide waistband means there's never a muffin top effect and the no-drawstring means I don't have to worry about tightening or anything becoming untied in a run. I wish they had more colors.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

strange fit

I bought this on-line without trying them on first. Mistake. I would not have purchased had I tried them on, because they have a very strange fit: too low-cut & too short...Read complete review

I bought this on-line without trying them on first. Mistake. I would not have purchased had I tried them on, because they have a very strange fit: too low-cut & too short on the one hand, but strangely baggy in the front near the top of the crotch on the other. I am slim & never have a "muffin top" in any other clothes, but these shorts make me look a little chubby, with a small muffin top. Ugh! I attribute this to the very short inseam & low cut: they stop about 2 inches below my belly button. They are very short -- perhaps too short; we shall see. Also, I have a little bit of a booty, and the back of the shorts pull and stretch in an unflattering way, making my hips & the junk in my trunk look much bigger than they truly are. The interior undies are small and feel constricting. I like that in general, the profile is narrow and slim, in contrast to the most recent Nike tempo shorts I have purchased which resemble diapers. I was excited about these Glycerin shorts, but sadly they are very unflattering. For size comparison: I am usually a size 0-4 in street clothes, depending on brand; wear a S in the Nike Tempo & an XS in the Athleta Hana short. I ordered a pair of S in the Glycerin. I don't think going up a size would help, because this would probably make them too baggy. Overall: I give these shorts a resounding UGH.

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4.0

Great light weight short

By Nades

from Asheville, North Carolina

About Me Avid Athlete

Pros

  • Allows Free Movement
  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • No pocket

Best Uses

  • Gym
  • Running

Comments about Glycerin Short:

Very comfortable and light weight short. No pocket or drawstring.

  • Fit:
  • Feels true to size
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No
 
3.0

Not so flattering

By Char

from Yuba City, CA

Pros

  • Allows Free Movement
  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Glycerin Short:

      These were very comfortable, but not as flattering as I had hoped they would be. The 2-in-1 Glycerin shorts are much better.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      5.0

      My favorite running shorts

      By Ironwoman

      from Ashland, OR

      About Me Competitive Athlete

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Allows Free Movement
      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Dries Quickly
      • Great colors
      • Hip Pocket
      • Lightweight
      • Low Waist

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Coffee Stop
        • Competition
        • Gym
        • Running

        Comments about Glycerin Short:

        I am very picky about my running shorts. I usually prefer the old school split leg shorts because I want great movement and don't want to feel restricted. I wanted something cuter but still very functional. I love how these shorts fit low on the waist and are short to allow for a nice range of movement. The have a nice hip pocket and built in liner.
        I usually wear a size small (5'6", 132) but the small was too tight. The medium size is a great fit.

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        2.0

        Not very attractive on the tush

        By Heather

        from Fl

        About Me Competitive Athlete

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Glycerin Short:

              The shorts are cute and fit well but the underwear ride up and the material on the outer is this enough that you see the band of the inner undies-just not attractive and a bit annoying.

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Ran through pregnancy in these shorts

              By Jen D.

              from Richmond, VA

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Allows Free Movement
              • Comfortable
              • Dries Quickly
              • Durable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

              • Too Short

              Best Uses

              • Gym
              • Running
              • Warm Weather

              Comments about Glycerin Short:

              I wore these shorts to run throughout my pregnancy. The waist band is rather stretchy (I kept it under my belly) and the shorts are not as tight as other running shorts. They are slightly too short for how they fit, but otherwise are a fantastic short.

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              Love Them!

              By Enid

              from Philly, Pa

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Pros

              • Allows Free Movement
              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Lightweight
              • No Bunching Between Legs

              Cons

              • Thin Fabric

              Best Uses

              • Running

              Comments about Glycerin Short:

              I am 5'3'' and 128# I an hour-glass shaped. I have a hard time buying running shorts because they always ride up and bunch in between my legs, which leads to chafing. (Yes, even with body glide! )This pair of shorts did not! I love them. I am ordering 2 more!

              They are comfortable and allow unrestricted movement. Another pro is that they have a waist that does not create a "muffin top" appearance. There is also no bunching in between the legs. The pocket in the rear is nice and fits my keys.

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              Great for distance

              By Sandra the chubby runner!!

              from TX

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Allows Free Movement
              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Dries Quickly
              • Durable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Glycerin Short:

                  I am not a small runner. I have a hard time finding clothes that fit me well and don't chaffe. I do long distance running and usually have some roll or extra cushion for my clothes to rub, but not these!!!!! If you don't look like a model these are great shorts for you. Light weight and amazing for long runs. Not tight around the butt or legs so I'm comfortable. They are short but not shorter than other running shorts. I'm kinda short so not an issue I worry about. Any woman that has problem areas in the stomach, butt or thighs needs to buy these!!!

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Most comfortable shorts!

                  By Sammy

                  from Colorado Springs, CO

                  About Me Competitive Athlete

                  Pros

                  • Allows Free Movement
                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Dries Quickly
                  • Lightweight
                  • Secure Pocket

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Gym
                    • Running
                    • Warm Weather

                    Comments about Glycerin Short:

                    I have worn many shorts in my 14 years of running but this is probably the best pair yet. I've had shorts that 'ride up' before and these sit just below the waist and stay put. They're light, breathable, and did I mention comfortable?

                    They don't have an inner pocket for a key like most traditional shorts do...and I actually appreciate this because I've lost keys going to the bathroom with those small inner pockets. This short just has a right side pocket which is a large enough size for a key and credit card, or cash, or a gel. You're not going to carry a ton with these shorts but I feel that items I place in the pocket are much more secure (sown flap, no velcro) than in many other pocket configurations I've used before.

                    I give these shorts a 10/10 if you're wanting a "low rise" short that stays put, is comfortable/moves with you, and has 1 small, secure pocket. It fits true to size in my experience.

                    • Fit:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Great fit!!

                    By CaliCaveMomma

                    from San Dieto, CA

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Pros

                    • Allows Free Movement
                    • Breathable
                    • Comfortable
                    • Dries Quickly
                    • Durable
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                    • none

                    Best Uses

                    • Crossfit
                    • Gym
                    • Running
                    • Team Sports
                    • Warm Weather

                    Comments about Glycerin Short:

                    These shorts have a great and flattering fit. They are not too short, but also are not too long. They fit very true to size with just the right amount of fit they are not too baggy nor too tight. Perfect for a variety of sports and exercises.

                    • Fit:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    So comfortable!

                    By Rundog

                    from Abilene, Texas

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Pros

                    • Allows Free Movement
                    • Breathable
                    • Comfortable
                    • Dries Quickly
                    • Durable
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Casual Wear
                      • Competition
                      • Running
                      • Warm Weather

                      Comments about Glycerin Short:

                      Most comfortable running shorts I've ever worn. Love the waistband, the length, and the lightweight feel. I will probably get rid of all my other shorts and keep buying these!

                      • Fit:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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