A more commonly sold mens running shorts are the v-notch shorts. These shorts provide an outside seam that goes up along the side of the shorts leg, which is notched in an upside down position. Some other common style of shorts include, split running shorts which offer a high level of flexibility, split leg, baggy, and performance shorts.

Mens Split Running Shorts: These shorts are air conditioned shorts that include a breathable dri-FIT fabric with dri-FIT crepe liner and ventilating mesh across the back. A cool lightweight running short that will get you where you need to go. These shorts feel and look great, are offered in a verity of colors and at an affordable price. Highly recommended for the light or heavy runner, these are a must own running short.

Mens baggy Shorts: The baggy running shorts have an extended inseam with an elastic waist with drawcord. The integrated cycle liner is made with a lightweight, wicking polyester flatback mesh fabric that keeps you cool and dry as you sweat. These mens running shorts have a soft touch gripper elastic keeps the liner in place. The cycel pad features seamless construction with just the right amount of padding for comfort and protection. The shorts also have a MicroSuede pad surface that provides wicking capabilities along with an antimicrobial finish.

Mens Spandex workout Shorts: The ideal short for exercising, it hugs the muscles for support and reduction of muscle fatigue. Spandex shorts help to increase the blood circulation which help the muscles during exercise. The excessive movement of flesh during exercise can be tiring. Compression shorts can help reduce delayed soreness from exercise by compressing muscles to increase the blood flow to heal muscles after workouts.

Mens Performance Running Shorts: Very light weight, comfortable that provide great support for men. The band is flat, not real tight and for some men the drawstring may not be needed when running. These mens running shorts are very supportive for men without being too restrictive. This is what a running short should feel like and perform during your run.

Selecting the best Running Gear
It is important to make sure you have the appropriate running clothes to help protect your body appropriately, and of course to make your next run enjoyable and comfortable. When selecting running clothes you want to find something that is comfortable to you, try to find items that are made of 100% cotton. Some clothing will mix materials such as cotton, lycra and spandex. This is perfectly ok as long as cotton has the higher ratio.

Running T-shirts
When selecting a shirt to run in you want a t-shirt that is not too tight, but not excessively baggy. Go for a shirt that is practical and comfortable.  If possible get a shirt with no tags, tags can be very annoying and cause distractions during long runs. If you buy a shirt with a tag and have no intentions on returning it feel free to cut out the tag.

Mens Running Shoes
This may be the most important running gear you purchase. A good pair of running shoes can make all the difference in your workout. If you are on a budget department stores are not the best place to shop for bargain pair of running shoes. Online running apparel sites will have the best deals. If optional go to your local department store to try them on then purchase online.

Running Socks
Try to avoid wearing cotton socks in warm or cold weather. This is because they won’t absorb the moisture from your feet which could lead to wet feet and blisters. The best type of running socks is ones that are made of material such as polyester, CoolMax and acrylic because they will help absorb the moisture away from your feet. If you run in cold weather and these types of socks do not work for you, try wearing socks made of wool. Wool socks keep your feet extra warm.