Men's running shorts from liiteGuard are made for the miles you actually run: tempo sessions, weekend long runs and race day. Each pair is cut in a men's fit with room in the stride, and every model has at least one pocket, from a zipped back pocket for gels to inner tights with space for a phone.
Men's running shorts for every pace and distance
RACE SPLIT SHORTS: men's split running shorts for race day
RACE SPLIT SHORTS (MEN) are the lightest pair on this page. The fabric is perforated so heat can escape as you go, and a high side split frees up your legs when the pace climbs.
Underneath there is an inner brief, the drawstring lets you set the waist, and a zipped back pocket holds your gels. They were designed for racing but work just as well for intervals and tempo runs. Three reviewers have rated them 5.0 out of 5 so far.
GLU-TECH RUNNING 2IN1 SHORTS: running shorts with a liner and phone pockets
If you like men's running shorts with a liner, this is the model built purely for running. Light outer shorts sit over inner tights with a firmer fit than our training version, and two side pockets on the inner tights keep your phone and gels against your thighs.
The inner tights carry the GLU-TECH band, which physiotherapist Nicklas Falkesgaard Pedersen helped develop to give your glutes and lower back extra support. Side slits, reflective print and a 360° drawstring round off the design. The black version is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 69 reviews.
GLU-TECH 2IN1 SHORTS: two layers and four pockets
GLU-TECH 2IN1 SHORTS (MEN) combine a thicker outer shell with a lighter inner tight, so they suit you if the same pair goes with you to the gym. You get four pockets in total, two on the outside and two on the inner tights, and a soft fleece insert in the crotch means you can skip underwear.
Carbon reflectors on the front and back help drivers see you on dark evening runs. With 196 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, they are among our most reviewed shorts.
RE-LIITE SHORTS: light single-layer shorts
RE-LIITE SHORTS (MEN) skip the inner layer altogether. The fabric is very light with four-way stretch, and there are two open pockets plus a zipped one for the things you want sealed in.
Because there is no built-in liner, many runners wear them with compression underwear or their own technical briefs. They average 4.8 out of 5 across 85 reviews.
Short tights for a close fit
Some runners would rather wear men's running half tights than loose shorts, because they sit close to the thigh and never flap in a headwind. GLU-TECH SHORT TIGHTS (MEN) have flatlock seams and a pocket on each thigh, and 79 reviews give them 4.7 out of 5.
GLU-TECH INFINITY TIGHTS (MEN) add firmer sports compression and a grip edge at the hem that keeps them where you put them. They hold 4.7 out of 5 from 97 reviews. You will find both, plus more styles, among our compression shorts.
Men's running shorts with a phone pocket
A phone that bounces with every step gets old after a mile or two, so it pays to know where each pair carries it:
- GLU-TECH RUNNING 2IN1 SHORTS: the phone rides in a side pocket on the inner tights, snug against your leg.
- GLU-TECH 2IN1 SHORTS: the inner pockets take the phone, while the outer pockets are handy for a key or an extra gel.
- SHORT TIGHTS and INFINITY: one pocket on each thigh, with a denser edge at the top to keep the contents in.
- RE-LIITE SHORTS: two open pockets and a zipped pocket for smaller items.
- RACE SPLIT SHORTS: a zipped pocket at the back, sized for the gels you need on race day.
Fit and sizing
All the shorts here are cut for a male frame. Inner tights and short tights should feel snug from the first step without pinching at the leg opening, and both RACE SPLIT and the running 2-in-1 have a drawstring for fine-tuning the waist. Our size guide for bottoms lists the measurements for each size.
Orders leave our warehouse in Denmark for addresses worldwide, and anything unused can be returned within 30 days via our return portal. For a sense of how other customers find us, liiteGuard holds 4.7 out of 5 from more than 900 reviews on Trustpilot.
Men's running shorts: your questions
What length of running shorts should men wear?
It depends on how much freedom and coverage you want. Split shorts are the shortest and give your legs the most room, which is why so many men race in them. For everyday training, 2-in-1 shorts cover more of the thigh with their inner tights, and half tights go furthest while staying close to the leg.
Which shorts should I choose for a marathon?
On race day, RACE SPLIT SHORTS keep the weight to a minimum, and the back pocket takes a few gels. If you want more storage over 26.2 miles or prefer inner tights for long distances, GLU-TECH RUNNING 2IN1 SHORTS give you two pockets on the thighs.
What should I wear when it gets too cold for shorts?
Short tights and 2-in-1 shorts cover more of your legs than single-layer shorts, which many runners like on cool mornings. When the temperature really drops, swap to men's running tights and add a long-sleeved top from our men's running shirts.
Do you have men's shorts for the gym or padel?
Yes. Our men's sports shorts collect the models we recommend for gym sessions, HIIT and court sports, including padel shorts with pockets for balls.