The Most Comfortable Women’s Yoga Shorts

The Baleaf Women’s High Waist Workout Yoga Shorts are a fantastic option that comes with a side pocket (that on the longer length of this style is big enough to store your phone), which can sometimes be a feature that is hard to find in an exercise short.

The design comes with in-seam lengths from 2 to 8 inches in a nice variety of colors, so there is something for everyone. The 8-inch length is great if you don’t like to show a lot of skin, while the shorter 2-inch inseam is also excellent at not revealing parts of your body you don’t want others to see, but since they are short, you won’t get as hot in that length.

This style is made from a polyester-spandex blend that is moisture-wicking, breathable, and stretchy. The high waistband gives you excellent coverage, especially over the tummy area, and stays put when you are moving into different stretches.

The seams are designed to be chafe-free and won’t rub or be uncomfortable as you progress through your movements. The fabric is also thick enough not to be transparent on the darker colors. If you are looking for a lighter color, you do have to be somewhat careful as it is harder to find a fabric that isn’t transparent.

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The Lululemon Align Short 6″ has been a go-to style for a lot of women for years. The key feature is the super soft fabric that is sweat-wicking, has a four-way stretch, and is super lightweight yet with a little bit of compression, so they stay in place.  The inseam length of the style pictured above is 10 inches, so it will provide enough coverage for most women. You can also get the Align in a shorter 6″ inseam length. The waistband has also been designed to fit comfortably without creating any pressure spots that will dig into the skin.

There is no large pocket on the Align, but it does have a hidden waistband pocket that you could store a key or a small card. One of the nice things about the Align is that it comes in beautiful colors. Since this style is so lightweight and soft, it isn’t intended for high impact exercise only lower impact things like yoga. The fabric works well at wicking the sweat away from your body, especially during a hot session; the high waist is also a favorite feature for many that add a flattering look to the shorts.

Available from Lululemon

If less is more is what you are looking for, then check out the Onzie Side String Yoga Shorts. These are quite a unique style that comes in a few pretty patterned options. They are an attractive option that has a bit more character than some of the other choices out there.

They are designed to fit tight, the inseam is only 2.75 inches and has a low rise, so these definitely aren’t for everyone, but people who love this style, really love them. Like most yoga styles, the fabric is soft and stretchy; it is a blend of mostly polyester, with a hint of spandex.

A lot of women wear this design for hot (Bikram) sessions since they are small and don’t cover a lot of skin they help you to stay cool, but they also remain in place well and cover the areas that you need to cover. The only downside to this Onzie pick is that they are one size fits all, so it can be hard to get a great fit.

Available from EverydayYoga.com

These Hard Tail Booty Yoga Shorts are another good option that can help keep you cool during a hot session. One interesting thing to note about this design is the fabric is  90% cotton and 10% lycra, so if you are adverse to some of the more synthetic fabrics that most shorts are made from, this may be an option worth looking at. The material is also pre-shrunk, so you don’t have to worry about shrinkage, which can sometimes be an issue with cotton. The comfortable waistband has been designed to prevent pinching and can move well with the body.

Most women find this Hard Tail Booty style to be relaxed without any restrictive feel to them. Like the Onzie pick listed above, these are low rise, and the inseam is only 2.5 inches, so they are quite a tiny little pair, so they are cute but are probably not ideal for everyone.

Unlike the Onzie style, this bootie short does come in sizes XS to L, so it is a little easier to get a good fit. The other thing worth mentioning is they are made in the USA.

Available from EverydayYoga.com

The Ododos High Waist Out Pocket Yoga Short is another popular bestseller that you can find on Amazon. They are made from a stretchable, thick, sweat-wicking fabric that makes them a comfortable choice for working out.  This Ododos High Waist design comes in a great range of sizes from XS to XXX-Large in either a 5.25-inch inseam or an 8-inch inseam.

It doesn’t have a huge variety of colors to choose from, but the colors that are offered are nice enough to suit most people. The pocket on both inseam lengths is large enough to hold most cell phones, although larger sizes may stick out a little bit (like it does in the picture above), it most likely won’t fall out.

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Everyone loves the Zella legging, and these Zella Live In High Waist Pocket Bike Shorts are just a shorter version of their most popular legging style. They are comfortable, cute, a great fit with good-sized pockets on either side that can easily fit a phone.  The length is perfect for most women as it hits right at the mid-thigh generally.

The fabric is thick and high-quality with a beautiful stretch to it that has a slight compression to it that keeps everything in place. The material is dense enough that it won’t become see-through when you are stretching, and it is also sweat-wicking, so despite being kind of heavy, you should be able to stay comfortable in this style. This is another high-waisted design that is great for supporting your tummy and giving a flattering look. It comes with deep side pockets.

Available from Nordstrom