Our Booty shorts are the ultimate confidence booster. We have engineered them with a focus on fit and form, using 4-way stretch fabric that hugs your body without restricting movement. The high-waisted design provides essential core support and tummy control, while the carefully placed seams contour your glutes for a lifted, sculpted look.
Crucially, they are 100% squat-proof, meaning you can hit the deepest squats and deadlifts without worrying about transparency. If you love a coordinated aesthetic, these shorts are the perfect base to build your own Matching workout sets.
What Are Booty Shorts?
Booty shorts are ultra-short athletic shorts designed with a high-cut leg opening that sits higher on the thigh, typically featuring a 2.5 to 5-inch inseam. Unlike traditional running or gym shorts, booty shorts are specifically engineered to provide minimal coverage while maximizing freedom of movement, making them ideal for activities like weightlifting, HIIT training, hot yoga, and running.
The term "booty shorts" comes from their design focus: enhancing and celebrating your natural curves through strategic seam placement and high-rise waistbands. Our booty shorts feature sculpting technology that lifts and shapes while providing the compression and support you need for intense workouts.
Types of Booty Shorts We Offer
3-Inch Inseam Booty Shorts (Mini): Our shortest option, perfect for maximum freedom and minimal tan lines. These ultra-mini booty shorts are ideal for hot yoga and Pilates, indoor cycling classes, leg day at the gym, warm-weather running, and maximum mobility workouts.
5-Inch Inseam Sculpting Shorts: Our most popular length, offering the perfect balance of coverage and style. These booty shorts work for CrossFit and functional training, HIIT workouts, general gym sessions, running and cardio, and all-day comfort.
Compression vs. Standard Fit: High compression provides muscle support, reduces bounce, and enhances the sculpting effect. Standard compression offers comfortable all-day wear and still provides support without feeling restrictive.
Why Our Booty Shorts Are Perfect for Workouts
100% Squat-Proof Technology: We engineer our booty shorts with high-density, four-way stretch fabric that remains completely opaque even when stretched. Hit your deepest squats, deadlifts, and lunges with complete confidence. Our squat-proof guarantee means you'll never worry about transparency, no matter how intense your workout gets.
High-Waisted for Core Support: The high-rise waistband sits comfortably above your belly button, providing tummy control and core stability, preventing rolling or sliding during movement, smooth flattering silhouette, and coverage and confidence during bends and lifts.
Sculpting Seam Technology: Strategically placed seams contour your glutes for a lifted, sculpted appearance. The design enhances your natural shape while the compression fabric smooths and supports, creating a confident look from every angle.
Moisture-Wicking Performance Fabric: Our advanced fabric technology pulls sweat away from your skin, keeping you dry and comfortable during the most intense training sessions. The quick-dry material ensures you stay fresh from warm-up to cool-down.
Unrestricted Movement & Comfort
When it comes to high-intensity training or hot yoga, less fabric means more freedom. These shorts eliminate excess material, allowing for maximum airflow and cooling. The soft, brushed finish of the fabric ensures they feel luxurious against your skin, preventing irritation even during long wear.
They are versatile enough to transition from a heavy gym session to a cozy afternoon on the couch. For the ultimate "gym-to-lounge" outfit, pair them with an oversized Women's Cropped hoodie for an effortless, trendy vibe.
How to Style Booty Shorts
At the Gym: Pair with a Running Sports Bra for a matching set. Add a loose Tank Top over your sports bra for a layered style. Throw on an oversized Cropped Hoodie for warm-ups.
Running & Outdoor Workouts: Keep it simple with a supportive sports bra. Add Running Sunglasses for sun protection. Carry essentials in a Crossbody Sling Bag. Complete with performance Running Hats.
Casual & Loungewear: Style with an oversized t-shirt or hoodie. Pair with casual sneakers or Barefoot Shoes. Perfect for errands, coffee runs, or relaxing at home.
Complete Sizing Guide for Booty Shorts
How Booty Shorts Should Fit: The waistband should sit comfortably at or just above your natural waistline without digging in or sliding down. You should be able to move freely without constant adjustment. The leg opening should hug your thigh snugly without being restrictive. A small amount of compression is normal and desired for the sculpting effect.
The length should have the hem sit at your preferred coverage level on the upper thigh. Remember that they'll ride up slightly during movement, which is normal. Overall compression should feel supported and held in, but still able to breathe comfortably and move through a full range of motion.
Size Selection Tips: Between sizes? Choose smaller size if you want maximum compression and sculpting. Choose larger size if you prefer comfort and all-day wearability.
Body Type Considerations: Athletic/Muscular build should consider sizing up if you have developed quads. Curvy build benefits from our high-waisted design that provides extra coverage and support. Petite frame works best with shorter inseam options.
Material & Care Instructions
Fabric Composition: Our booty shorts are crafted from a premium blend of nylon/polyester for stretch, durability, and moisture-wicking, plus spandex/elastane that ensures 4-way stretch and shape retention, with a brushed finish that provides a soft, luxurious feel against skin.
Performance Features: Moisture-wicking keeps you dry during intense workouts. Quick-dry technology means they're ready for your next session in no time. Breathable fabric maintains airflow even during hot workouts. Anti-microbial treatment prevents odor buildup. UPF protection shields skin during outdoor activities.
Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Avoid fabric softener (reduces moisture-wicking properties). No bleach to maintain fabric integrity. Turn inside out before washing to preserve color.
Durability Promise: Our booty shorts maintain their shape, compression, and squat-proof properties wash after wash. The high-quality fabric resists pilling, fading, and stretching out over time.
Booty Shorts vs. Other Short Styles
Booty Shorts vs. Regular Running Shorts: Booty shorts feature 2.5-5" inseam, fitted design, high compression, and sculpting seams. Running shorts have 3-7" inseam, looser fit, and are built for endurance running. Best for: Booty shorts excel at gym workouts, lifting, and activities requiring maximum mobility.
Booty Shorts vs. Biker Shorts: Booty shorts offer shorter length, emphasize curves, and provide minimal coverage. Biker Shorts have longer 6-8" length, more coverage, and often include pockets. Best for: Choose booty shorts for gym/yoga, biker shorts for running/cycling.
Booty Shorts vs. Mini Shorts: Very similar! Mini shorts and booty shorts are often interchangeable terms. Both offer minimal coverage and maximum style.
Create Your Perfect Matching Set
Booty shorts are the foundation of a coordinated gym outfit. Build your Matching Workout Set by pairing our shorts with a same-color sports bra for a sleek, monochromatic look, matching tank top for extra coverage, or coordinating jacket or hoodie for layering.
Our color palette is consistent across all collections, making it easy to mix and match pieces while maintaining that polished, coordinated aesthetic.
Performance You Can Trust
Don't let the cute cut fool you; these shorts are built for performance. The moisture-wicking technology pulls sweat away from your body, keeping you dry and fresh when the temperature rises. We use durable materials that retain their shape and elasticity wash after wash.
Whether you are wearing them for a spin class or a summer hike, they stay in place so you can focus on your activity. Enhance your workout wardrobe further by adding a stylish Strappy sports bra to show off the open back details while you train.
Types and Length Comparison
Our booty shorts collection includes various styles to suit your preference. The 3-inch mini version offers maximum skin and minimal coverage for those who want the shortest option available. Our 5-inch sculpting shorts provide a bit more coverage while maintaining the booty short aesthetic and remain our most popular choice.
Choose your compression level based on your activity. High compression works best for intense lifting and CrossFit sessions where you need maximum muscle support. Standard compression is perfect for yoga, Pilates, and general gym workouts where you want support without restriction.
Why Choose Runners Athletics Booty Shorts
Our booty shorts feature premium quality fabric with superior stretch and recovery, a 100% squat-proof guarantee so you never worry about transparency, moisture-wicking technology to stay dry and comfortable, high-waisted support for a flattering fit with core stability, sculpting design that enhances your natural curves, durable construction that maintains shape wash after wash, versatile styling from gym to street in seconds, multiple length options to find your perfect coverage, and color coordination to build complete Matching Sets.
