Relaxed Fit Mesh Shorts

Mesh Gym Shorts That Breathe Through Every Round

When the gym hits 90 degrees and the mats are packed, heavy fabric loses. Our relaxed-fit mesh shorts use an open-knit polyester that moves air instead of trapping it, with a smooth tricot liner so nothing chafes mid-workout. The 5″ inseam sits above the knee for full range of motion — squats, sprawls, sprints, and everything between.

Every pair runs on an elastic waist with an internal drawcord, so they stay put without cinching your stomach. Side pockets hold your phone and keys without bounce. And because we print to order in the USA, the paint-splatter, graffiti, and neon prints in this collection are designs you simply won't see on the rack at a big-box gym.

Are mesh shorts good for working out?

Yes — mesh is one of the best fabrics for high-sweat training. The open-knit structure dumps heat and dries fast, which is why basketball and fight gyms have worn mesh shorts for decades. For grappling-specific days, pair them with the compression liner in our 2-in-1 shorts; for lifting, running, and hot-weather striking work, relaxed mesh is hard to beat. Our full breakdown lives in Best Fight Shorts for Hot Weather Training.

How should mesh gym shorts fit?

Relaxed but not baggy: the waist should sit where you wear it without a belt-tight drawcord, and the hem should land just above the knee. That cut gives you full stride and keeps fabric from binding at the thigh. All King Killers men's athletic shorts run true to size, with free US shipping over $100 and a 30-day money-back guarantee.