The Best Shorts and Liners for Yoga – Gear Patrol

Ten Thousand emphasizes versatility above all else in the Interval Short, and these bottoms can do pretty much anything. The Interval Short is ideal for infrequent yogis who might also want to wear them for running or working out, but more than capable of warrior pose and other flows, too. Choose between lined or linerless options in 5-, 7- or 9-inch inseams for a great addition to your training wardrobe.

Tend to heat up quickly during practice? You’ll love the breathable, quick-drying profile of this 6-inch short from Lululemon. Made of a nylon/Lycra elastane blend, Everlux is Lululemon’s fastest-drying fabric. It’s also super soft, stretchy and breathable, providing a cool, sleek feel on the inside while retaining a soft, brushed feel on the outside.

If you want to save some cash, consider buying a pair of performance briefs to wear beneath whatever athletic shorts you already own. Stance’s Pure Boxer Briefs are soft, stretchy and have a comfy lay-flat waistband. Its Feel360 technology provides complete climate control for a fit that’s moisture-wicking, anti-odor and all about comfort. And if you feel the need to upgrade later down the road, you can always buy a liner-free pair of yoga shorts to wear over them.

The Traction Short’s interlocking waffle construction helps it win both style and feel points, but it also provides a high degree of breathability. The relaxed fit adds to the build for free-flowing comfort, too.

Outdoor Voices makes its linerless Sunday Short with a plush blend of polyester and Spandex that provide just the right amount of comfort and stretch. But don’t feel like these shorts are only wearable during your morning flows. Occasional yogis will still get plenty of use out of them as a go-to for chilling at home.

These Yoga Shorts from Nike don’t include an integrated liner, but they do tend to hug the leg to remain in place – even as they stretch. These shorts also include hand pockets, a hidden zippered pocket and a sweat-wicking, Dri-Fit design composed of 75 percent recycled polyester fibers. Add the swoosh to your get-up and find a light, breathable fit for every pose.

You can order the Mako unlined or lined, with a 7- or 9-inch inseam, and if you go for that extra layer it’ll provide a hint of compression as well as an anti-odor treatment. Gusseted seams, four-way stretch fabric and a quick-drying DWR finish round out these do-it-all bottoms.

Its 10-inch inseam makes the Super Mojo the longest short on this list. It doesn’t include a liner, but it does have a wide, comfortable, drawcord-free waistband, and its fabric is soft enough you won’t want to take it off. Want to take your practice outside? The Super Mojo II features UPF 50+ sun protection to keep you safe – and not reaching for the aloe.

Looking for just a liner to add to your yoga routine? Saxx’s Hyperdrive Long Boxer Brief features a semi-compression fit for a second-skin feel. The four-way stretch and non-chafing Flat Out Seams help ensure comfort and range of motion. Sitting just above the knee, these briefs are ideal for wearing while working out and running, too.