> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://team1upem.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Best Athletic Shorts for Seniors: Comfort First - URL: https://team1upem.com/best-portable-athletic-shorts-seniors/ - Published: 2026-09-07T07:24:33.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-07T09:49:25.000Z - Description: Seven pairs of shorts, one clear winner for older bodies. The right waistband, the right pocket count, and the right weight decide it, not the price tag. - Author: Mckinley Bird - Tags: Fitness & Sports, #Active Wear, #Senior Fitness The best portable athletic shorts for seniors are the Russell Athletic Dri-Power Performance Short, a 6.4 oz pair with an elastic waist, side pockets and moisture-wicking fabric that solves the three problems older bodies actually have with shorts. BALENNZ takes the runner-up spot for anyone who wants a five-pack rotation instead of a single pair, and its 10-inch inseam sits lower on the thigh. In this guide 1. [How I narrowed the field to seven pairs](#how-i-narrowed-the-field-to-seven-pairs) 2. [Best portable athletic shorts for seniors at a glance](#best-portable-athletic-shorts-for-seniors-at-a-glance) 3. [The waistband is the whole decision](#the-waistband-is-the-whole-decision) 4. [1\. Russell Athletic Dri-Power Performance Short — Best overall](#1-russell-athletic-dri-power-performance-short-%E2%80%94-best-overall) 5. [2\. BALENNZ Athletic Shorts 5-Pack — Best premium](#2-balennz-athletic-shorts-5-pack-%E2%80%94-best-premium) 6. [3\. Pudolla Athletic Hiking Shorts — Most versatile](#3-pudolla-athletic-hiking-shorts-%E2%80%94-most-versatile) 7. [4\. Champro Vision Athletic Shorts — Best budget pick](#4-champro-vision-athletic-shorts-%E2%80%94-best-budget-pick) 8. [5\. Russell Athletic 9" Mesh Short — Best upgrade](#5-russell-athletic-9-mesh-short-%E2%80%94-best-upgrade) 9. [6\. MIER Pocketless Athletic Shorts — Best minimal setup](#6-mier-pocketless-athletic-shorts-%E2%80%94-best-minimal-setup) 10. [7\. G Gradual 7" Sweat Shorts — Best for pros](#7-g-gradual-7-sweat-shorts-%E2%80%94-best-for-pros) 11. [How many pockets does a senior actually need?](#how-many-pockets-does-a-senior-actually-need) 12. [Fabric weight and why 6.4 oz matters](#fabric-weight-and-why-64-oz-matters) 13. [What the listings do not tell you about sizing](#what-the-listings-do-not-tell-you-about-sizing) 14. [When should you skip athletic shorts entirely?](#when-should-you-skip-athletic-shorts-entirely) 15. [The verdict](#the-verdict) 16. [FAQ](#faq) ## How I narrowed the field to seven pairs Athletic shorts get sold on colour, logo and inseam length. None of those decide whether a 70-year-old will actually wear them twice a week. Three things do, and I screened on those. The first cut was the waistband. Six of the seven picks here publish an elastic waistband with a drawstring, cord or encased design. That matters because a rigid button-and-zip closure is the single most common reason a pair of shorts ends up in the back of the drawer after knee surgery or a rotator cuff flare. The second cut was fabric weight where it was published. Two picks list 6.4 oz, one lists 4 oz, and the rest do not print a figure. Lighter fabric matters in a warm gym or a summer sidewalk, but the trade is durability. The third cut was pockets. A senior on a walk is usually carrying a phone, a house key, and often a card or a hearing-aid case. Pocket count runs from zero on the MIER to four on the G Gradual, and that spread alone would sort a shortlist. A note on the search term: Amazon's own results for this category do not filter for "seniors" and no listing here markets itself to older buyers specifically. Treat the modifier as your job, not the product's. I have picked the pairs whose published specifications match what an older shopper actually needs. ## Best portable athletic shorts for seniors at a glance | Pick | Waistband | Pockets | Price | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------- | --------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | **Best overall**[Russell Athletic Dri-Power Performance Short](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JPX1Q1?tag=team1up-20) | Elastic | Side pockets | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JPX1Q1?tag=team1up-20) | | **Best premium**[BALENNZ Athletic Shorts 5-Pack](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PYNVKW1?tag=team1up-20) | Encased elastic, inner drawcord | Two hand pockets | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PYNVKW1?tag=team1up-20) | | **Most versatile**[Pudolla Athletic Hiking Shorts](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSVNJPXJ?tag=team1up-20) | Elastic, inner drawstring | 3 zipper pockets | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSVNJPXJ?tag=team1up-20) | | **Best budget pick**[Champro Vision Athletic Shorts](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTDBKJNY?tag=team1up-20) | 1.5" covered elastic, drawcord | None listed | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTDBKJNY?tag=team1up-20) | | **Best upgrade**[Russell Athletic 9" Mesh Short](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DB6ZA4?tag=team1up-20) | Elastic | Side pockets | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DB6ZA4?tag=team1up-20) | | **Best minimal setup**[MIER Pocketless Athletic Shorts](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BK9BY4BD?tag=team1up-20) | Wide elastic, drawstring | None (by design) | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BK9BY4BD?tag=team1up-20) | | **Best for pros**[G Gradual 7" Sweat Shorts](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKFSNQHL?tag=team1up-20) | Stretchy elastic, drawstring | 4 pockets, 2 zippered | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKFSNQHL?tag=team1up-20) | ## The waistband is the whole decision Most guides on best portable athletic shorts for seniors lead with fabric technology. That is the wrong lead. Older shoppers overwhelmingly abandon a pair of shorts because the waist digs in, rolls, or has to be fought with in the changing room. Elastic waistbands solve all three, and every pick on this list has one. Within elastic, three subtypes matter: - **Plain elastic**, like the Russell Athletic Dri-Power. Easiest to pull on with one hand, useful after shoulder surgery. - **Elastic plus inner drawcord**, like the BALENNZ, Pudolla, Champro and G Gradual. The cord takes up the slack when weight fluctuates by a few pounds week to week. - **Wide covered elastic**, like the MIER's stated wide band and Champro's 1.5-inch covered band. The width spreads pressure and reduces the "cutting in" feeling around the middle. If you or the person you are buying for has arthritic hands, prefer plain elastic with a soft cord over a thin lace drawstring. If weight has been drifting, pick a cord you can tie once and forget. That single decision matters more than any moisture-wicking claim on the label. ## 1\. Russell Athletic Dri-Power Performance Short — Best overall **A 6.4 oz pair with an elastic waist, side pockets and a moisture-wicking fabric claim, in a plain silhouette that reads as shorts rather than sportswear.** [![Black Russell Athletic Dri-Power Performance Short with side pocket — the everyday pair that suits an older wardrobe](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21qxk4hmwjL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JPX1Q1?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** daily gym visits, walking loops and light strength work **Skip it if:** you need zip pockets to secure a phone This is the pair I would default to for someone who wants one good option, not seven mediocre ones. The 6.4 oz weight is one of only two published in this set, and the elastic waistband is the simplest of the seven picks: no cord to fumble with, no encased channel. Russell Athletic describes the Dri Power fabric as moisture-wicking, which is a claim worth attributing rather than asserting. The plain black colourway keeps it wearable outside the gym, which matters more than it sounds for an older buyer who does not want to change twice a day. Against the rest of this set, it makes a real trade. It has no zip pockets, unlike the Pudolla or the G Gradual, so a loose phone can bounce out during a treadmill session. There is also no published inseam length, so sizing sight-unseen carries some risk. The upside is a pair that pulls on quickly, breathes reasonably, and does not shout its brand. **Pros:** - Plain elastic waistband, easy one-handed pull-on - 6.4 oz weight, one of two published in this set - Side pockets for everyday walking essentials - Moisture-wicking Dri Power fabric claim - Second-cheapest of the seven picks **Cons:** - No zip pockets to secure a phone - No published inseam length - Slower seller than several picks in this set [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JPX1Q1?tag=team1up-20) ## 2\. BALENNZ Athletic Shorts 5-Pack — Best premium **A five-pair pack with a 10-inch inseam, encased elastic waistband, inner drawcord and hand pockets on both sides.** [![BALENNZ five-pack of athletic shorts in black, grey, navy and green — a full rotation in one order](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31oPYg4VOyL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PYNVKW1?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** buyers who want a full week's rotation in one order **Skip it if:** you only need a single pair BALENNZ takes the premium position because you get five pairs in one order: black, two dark greys, navy and dark green. That works out well for someone who exercises most days and wants a clean pair without doing laundry every third night. The 10-inch inseam is the longest published in this set, which will suit an older buyer who prefers coverage over the mid-thigh look. The waistband combines encased elastic with an inner drawcord, so the fit adjusts across a small weight range without the cord ever showing. BALENNZ says the fabric is breathable and quick-drying, and the hand pockets on both sides are deep enough for a phone by their description. It sells faster than any other pick here, which tells you the format resonates. The trade is the price position and the fact that the five colours are close in tone: if you wanted a bright pair for visibility on a road, you will not find it here. **Pros:** - Five pairs per order, a full rotation - 10-inch inseam, the longest published here - Encased elastic waistband plus inner drawcord - Deep hand pockets on both sides - Sells faster than the rest of this set **Cons:** - The most expensive pick per order here - All five colours are dark, no bright option - No published fabric weight [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PYNVKW1?tag=team1up-20) ## 3\. Pudolla Athletic Hiking Shorts — Most versatile **A 7-inch inseam pair with three zipper pockets, water-resistant fabric and a UPF 50+ claim, built to cross from gym to trail.** [![Pudolla men's hiking shorts in black with visible zip pocket — a crossover pair for walks and workouts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41HbxrCd00L._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSVNJPXJ?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** walkers who split time between the trail and the treadmill **Skip it if:** you want a longer 9-inch inseam Pudolla is the pair I would pick for a senior who walks outdoors as often as they use a gym. Three zip pockets is unusual at this position: two on the sides and, per the listing, deep enough to secure a phone during a run. The brand claims a UPF 50+ rating and water resistance, which if accurate matter more on a bright afternoon walk than in the gym. Both are attributed claims, not verified figures. The 7-inch inseam is a middle ground between the BALENNZ 10-inch and the shorter styles here, and the elastic waistband adds an inner drawstring for adjustment. The trade against the Russell Athletic is that this is a busier-looking short, with visible zip tape on the pockets, and it sits in the premium price position without the multi-pack advantage of the BALENNZ. It is also the slower-selling of the two Pudolla-tier picks, so choose it for its specifications, not its momentum. **Pros:** - Three zipper pockets, two on the sides - Elastic waistband with inner drawstring - UPF 50+ claim from the brand - Water-resistant fabric claim - 7-inch inseam, a middle-length option **Cons:** - Zip tape and pockets read as more technical than plain shorts - Premium price position - Inseam shorter than the BALENNZ 10-inch [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSVNJPXJ?tag=team1up-20) ## 4\. Champro Vision Athletic Shorts — Best budget pick **A 4 oz pair with a 1.5-inch covered elastic waistband and a drawcord, cut loose for free movement.** [![Champro Vision athletic shorts in black — a lightweight, loose-fit basic for the gym bag](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31Qhqfa24hL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTDBKJNY?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** a spare pair for the gym bag or physical therapy sessions **Skip it if:** you need pockets of any kind Champro is the cheapest of the seven, and it earns the spot on numbers, not adjectives. The published weight is 4 oz, the lightest of the three that print a figure, and the waistband is a 1.5-inch covered elastic with a drawcord. That width matters: a wider band spreads pressure across the waist, and a covered band means the elastic never touches skin. For a senior recovering from abdominal surgery, that combination is more comfortable than a thinner band would be. The listing describes a generous loose fit and 100% polyester fabric with a Dri-Gear moisture-wicking claim. This is a physical therapy pair, a spare-in-the-car pair, a get-changed-fast pair. It is not the pair you carry a phone in, because no pockets are listed and none appear in the product photo. Against the rest of this set, that is the honest weakness: any modern athletic short at this position usually offers at least a single side pocket, and Champro does not. **Pros:** - The cheapest of the seven picks - 4 oz weight, lightest published here - 1.5-inch covered elastic waistband - Drawcord for fine adjustment - Loose fit accommodates most body types **Cons:** - No pockets listed - No inner brief or liner mentioned - Slower seller than the BALENNZ and Pudolla [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTDBKJNY?tag=team1up-20) ## 5\. Russell Athletic 9" Mesh Short — Best upgrade **A 6.4 oz mesh-fabric pair with a 9-inch inseam, elastic waist and side pockets, built for airflow in warm rooms.** [![Russell Athletic 9-inch mesh short in black — visible mesh texture for hot-weather workouts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31qEzoJDpVL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DB6ZA4?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** hot rooms, humid days, and anyone who runs warm **Skip it if:** you dislike the visible mesh texture The upgrade over the winner is airflow. Where the plain Dri-Power short is a solid fabric, this Russell Athletic uses mesh throughout, which the brand describes as enhancing airflow and preventing overheating. A senior training in a warm room, or walking in humid weather, will notice the difference by minute twenty. The 9-inch inseam is longer than most in this set and matches the general preference among older buyers for more coverage. The trade is aesthetic. Mesh reads as basketball or gym-issue, not as casual wear you can stop at the store in on the way home. It has an elastic waist, side pockets and the same 6.4 oz weight as the Dri-Power, but no drawcord is listed, so if the elastic ever relaxes over time there is no way to tighten it. Against the winner it is a specialist choice: pick it when heat is the real problem, not when you want an everyday default. **Pros:** - Breathable mesh fabric across the whole short - 9-inch inseam, longer coverage - 6.4 oz published weight - Elastic waist and side pockets - Machine washable per the listing **Cons:** - Visible mesh reads as gym-only - No drawcord to tighten a stretched waistband - Slower seller in this set [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DB6ZA4?tag=team1up-20) ## 6\. MIER Pocketless Athletic Shorts — Best minimal setup **A 100% recycled polyester short with a wide elastic waistband, drawstring adjustment and no pockets by design.** [![MIER pocketless athletic shorts in light grey — a clean, unadorned sport short](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31Mp3YQ5XML._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BK9BY4BD?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** recycled-fabric buyers who train without a phone **Skip it if:** you carry keys or a wallet on your walks MIER makes a deliberate choice that suits a specific senior buyer: no pockets. The brand's argument is that pockets flap and distract during sport, and for a group class, a walk with a coach, or a physical therapy session where your phone is in a locker anyway, they are right. The fabric is described as 100% recycled polyester, breathable and quick-drying, and the elastic waistband is wide with a drawstring for adjustment. Against the rest of this set, the MIER is the cleanest silhouette. No zip tape, no logo prominence, no external drawcord flapping out. The light grey colourway is the only non-black option in this roundup, which some older buyers will prefer for visibility on shaded paths. The obvious trade is what the name says: nowhere to put a house key, a phone, or a card. If you need those, buy the Pudolla or the G Gradual instead. **Pros:** - 100% recycled polyester fabric per the listing - Wide elastic waistband spreads pressure - Drawstring adjustment for fluctuating weight - Loose fit reduces chafing - Clean silhouette with no visible hardware **Cons:** - No pockets at all - Only one colour listed - No published inseam length [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BK9BY4BD?tag=team1up-20) ## 7\. G Gradual 7" Sweat Shorts — Best for pros **A 7-inch inseam sweat short with four pockets, two of them zippered, a stretchy elastic waist and a sturdy drawstring.** [![G Gradual 7-inch sweat shorts in khaki heather with zip pocket detail — the maximum-storage pick](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/418TJ4j5+pL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKFSNQHL?tag=team1up-20) **Best for:** carrying a phone, keys, hearing aids and a card securely **Skip it if:** you want a mesh, high-airflow feel If the deciding factor for you is storage, this is the pick. Four pockets total: one front leg zip pocket, one back zip pocket, and two side pockets. That is more than any other pair in this roundup, and it is the practical answer for a senior who carries a phone, a card, a set of keys, and a hearing-aid case on every walk. G Gradual describes the fabric as stretchy and soft with a sturdy adjustable drawstring, and the elastic waistband is the standard elastic-plus-cord format. The trade is that sweat-short fabric is warmer than mesh or lightweight polyester. In a hot gym this will feel heavier than the Russell mesh, and the khaki heather colourway leans lounge-wear rather than gym-wear. It sits in the premium price position, and it is the slowest seller of the seven, which is not a defect but a note that this format is a niche within a niche. Buy it for the pocket count, not the airflow. **Pros:** - Four pockets, two of them zippered - Sturdy adjustable drawstring per the listing - Stretchy elastic waist for a snug fit - 7-inch inseam suits varied builds - Khaki heather works as casual wear **Cons:** - Warmer sweat-short fabric, less airflow - Premium price position - Slowest seller of the seven picks [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKFSNQHL?tag=team1up-20) ## How many pockets does a senior actually need? Pocket count is where this category quietly sorts itself. Here is the spread across the seven picks: 1. **Zero pockets:** MIER, Champro. Clean silhouette, nothing to lose, but nothing to carry either. 2. **Two side pockets:** Russell Athletic Dri-Power, Russell Athletic Mesh, BALENNZ. The default configuration. 3. **Three zip pockets:** Pudolla. Two zippered on the sides, one additional. 4. **Four pockets, two zippered:** G Gradual. The maximum in this set. For most seniors, two side pockets are enough for a phone and a house key on a walk to the coffee shop. Zip pockets matter the moment you start running, jumping in a class, or bending forward for physical therapy work, because a loose phone in an unzipped pocket will fall out. A card wallet stays put in a side pocket if you are not moving fast, and slips out if you are. A practical rule: if you have ever dropped your phone from a pocket during exercise, buy zip pockets. If you have never carried a phone during exercise, buy fewer pockets and enjoy the cleaner cut. ## Fabric weight and why 6.4 oz matters Three of the seven picks publish a weight. Two Russell Athletic pairs come in at 6.4 oz and the Champro at 4 oz. The rest do not print a figure. Weight is a proxy for how the fabric feels on skin and how well it holds up in a hot laundry cycle. - Under 5 oz: very light, very breathable, thinner feel. The Champro sits here. - Around 6 to 7 oz: the sweet spot for a senior. Enough body to hang properly, still light enough to breathe. Both Russell Athletic pairs sit here. - Heavier than 7 oz: sweat-short territory, more warmth, less airflow. The G Gradual is not weighed on the listing, but its category and description suggest this range. Because four of the picks do not publish a weight, treat this as a supporting factor, not the deciding one. The waistband decision comes first. ## What the listings do not tell you about sizing Every pair here is sold in the standard S through XX-L range, but the picks I compared are listed in different sizes: the Russell Dri-Power is shown in XL, the BALENNZ in XX-L, the Champro and G Gradual in L, and the Russell Mesh and MIER in M. That is the listing photo, not the only size available. Two things are worth knowing before ordering: - **Waist measurement matters more than S/M/L labelling.** Elastic gives, so a pair that says "medium fits 32-34 inches" will usually work up to a 35-inch waist without pinching. - **Inseam length is not always printed.** BALENNZ prints 10 inches, Russell Mesh implies 9 inches in the product name, Pudolla and G Gradual print 7 inches. Russell Dri-Power and Champro do not publish a figure, so you are ordering blind on length. If you are between sizes, size up. Older skin does not tolerate a tight elastic band across the abdomen well, and there is no advantage to a snug fit on this kind of short. ## When should you skip athletic shorts entirely? Not every older exerciser needs athletic shorts. Skip them and buy something else if: - **You do most of your exercise in a pool.** Buy swim trunks with a mesh liner instead. - **You walk in cool weather more than half the year.** Track pants or lined joggers keep knee joints warmer, which matters for arthritis. - **You have severe balance issues.** Wide-leg athletic shorts can catch on gym equipment. A tapered joggers style is safer. - **You attend a class with a dress code.** Some senior fitness classes at community centres require long trousers. For everyone else, a well-chosen pair of the best portable athletic shorts for seniors is the single most-worn item in an exercise wardrobe, and the picks above cover the realistic buying decisions. ## The verdict If you are buying one pair, buy the Russell Athletic Dri-Power Performance Short. It is 6.4 oz, has a plain elastic waistband that pulls on one-handed, carries side pockets for a phone and a key, and reads as ordinary shorts rather than gym uniform. That last point matters for an older wearer who does not want to change clothes twice a day. If you are buying for someone who exercises most days of the week, buy the BALENNZ five-pack. You get five pairs in one order, a 10-inch inseam that older buyers tend to prefer, and an encased elastic waist with an inner drawcord for adjustment. It is more expensive per order, but per pair it is competitive, and it sells faster than any other pick here. If pockets are the deciding factor, the G Gradual 7-inch sweat short carries four of them, two zippered. If airflow is the deciding factor, the Russell Athletic 9-inch mesh short is the specialist. The cutoff between the winner and BALENNZ is simple: are you buying one pair or five? Below one full week's rotation, the Russell wins. At a full rotation, BALENNZ wins. ## FAQ ### Are the best portable athletic shorts for seniors always the most expensive ones? Are the best portable athletic shorts not always the most expensive: the Russell Athletic Dri-Power sits in the entry price band and still wins this roundup. The premium BALENNZ five-pack wins only if you want five pairs at once. Champro is cheaper still and works for a spare in the gym bag. Price band is a rough guide, not a ranking. ### Is it worth paying more for zip pockets on athletic shorts? Is it worth paying more for zip pockets depends on whether you carry a phone during exercise. If you walk with a phone in a loose side pocket and it has never dropped out, plain pockets are fine. If you run, jump in a class, or bend forward often in physical therapy, buy the Pudolla or the G Gradual. Zippers stop the phone falling. ### What inseam length is best for older men? What inseam length works best is usually 7 to 10 inches for older men, longer than the mid-thigh cut favoured by younger runners. The BALENNZ 10-inch is the longest published here. The Pudolla and G Gradual list 7 inches. The Russell Athletic Mesh implies 9 inches in its name. Longer inseams also help with thigh chafing on longer walks. ### Russell Athletic Dri-Power or BALENNZ five-pack: which should I buy? Russell Athletic Dri-Power or BALENNZ comes down to quantity. Buy the Russell if you want one good pair to try the fit first and add more later. Buy BALENNZ if you already know your size in athletic shorts and want a week's rotation for daily exercise. The BALENNZ 10-inch inseam is longer, and its inner drawcord adjusts for weight changes. ### What is the biggest mistake seniors make buying athletic shorts? What is the biggest mistake seniors make is buying by colour or brand instead of by waistband. A rigid button-and-zip closure is the single most common reason a pair gets abandoned after joint surgery or an arthritis flare. Every pick here uses elastic, most with a drawcord. Choose the waistband first, decide on pockets second, and let inseam length come third. Athletic shorts get overthought. Older exercisers do not need technical fabric marketing or a wardrobe of specialist pairs. What they need is a waistband that pulls on without a fight, a pair of pockets that hold a phone and a key, and a length that covers enough thigh to prevent chafing on a long walk. The Russell Athletic Dri-Power delivers all three in one pair, in a plain black colourway you can wear to the shop without changing. Start there. If you find yourself washing it every second day, add the BALENNZ five-pack and stop thinking about it for a year. *Last updated: September 17, 2026\. Product availability re-checked.* *This page contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.*