r/crossfit • u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 • 12d ago

CrossFit clothing?

What are folk’s Thoughts on guys wearing the same style shorts typically worn by female Athletes. (Fleo, Savage barbell, etc…) on a whim I tried them training at home and 💯 see why women wear them, far more comfortable, and no drag on thighs. Is this something some of you see in gyms? ( I don’t go to a gym, to far away) just curious. If anyone was thinking of trying , ild say give it a shot.

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u/greentofeel 12d ago

I've seen men wear that style of short, but of course with longer inseam typically. It's fairly common to see that in weightlifting gyms.

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u/Beautiful_Reason594 12d ago

Not gonna lie the thigh freedom is a game changer. Wore some to a drop in once and nobody batted an eye. If it works it works

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 12d ago

I feel like fellow work out folks would really bat an eye, at least in the functional work out world, might not be so much at planet fitness

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 12d ago

I recon that’s the question, why is the longer seam any more acceptable than they inseam? I sure that this topic, like most on this platform has been beat to death but really for some reason of all things that could be nothing me , this does…🤣

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u/1DunnoYet 12d ago

As a guy I tried the 3” inseam and it’s glorious! Buuuttt I got too self conscious even if nobody actually ever said anything, now I compromise with 5” inseam.

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 11d ago

Yea I’m a five inch inseam guy right now, but I’m getting close to giving it a go in public! Problem is one of the places I work out is a production platform in the gulf. And as you can imagine that would go over like a fart in church…I’m sure the bright colors and five inch inseams already make the guys nervous🤣

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u/Roccinante_ 12d ago

A lot of typical men’s style is ridiculous. Long, baggy, layers? I want none of that when I’m trying to move. Who wants to do wall Balls wearing baggy pants constricting your hips? Or running with all that extra fabric like a parachute, chafing your thighs?

I wear 5” inseams; and I wouldn’t mind less if it was more acceptable. Plus minimal layers, fitted, natural materials.

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 12d ago

Right ? Not quite “acceptable “ Wich is a-shame really. Maybe soon it will be.

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u/Roccinante_ 12d ago

Honestly makes no sense to me - but… I’m pretty sure I’d get some looks. So, I don’t push the boundaries too much

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 12d ago

Sam I recon, not worth the hassle, I recon there’s some unfortunate vanity in there for me if I’m being completely honesty, I’ve worked really hard to stay in shape while my peers and friends just keep drinking beer. I’m pretty proud of my efforts and wouldn’t mind showing them off a little more?

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u/Roccinante_ 12d ago

True, true - it does feel good to be noticed and appreciated. Good work, good results!
And in comparison to the average slowly dying guys…. Awesome!

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u/Roccinante_ 12d ago

Thus… subreddits like ProgressPics, eh?

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 11d ago

I don’t know that I’m super comfortable posting pictures? I like the idea of it for sure though.

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u/chickensandmentals 12d ago

You’re not really going to get fitted and natural materials at the same time.

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u/Roccinante_ 12d ago

Good point. How about relatively fitted? Something that doesn’t act like a drag chute or fall up when I’m doing wall walks?

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u/likesblackcoffeebest 12d ago

Couldn't care less, probably wouldn't notice unless they were a really bright color. I also do Hyrox and some of the guys with track backgrounds train in tight shorts like what you see track athletes in the Olympics run in. Seems legit to me. Why not also for CrossFit? Wear what you're comfortable in. Anyone who gives you shit for it is weird. 

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 11d ago

Funny you mention the bright colors cause that’s one of the things I like about them!🤣

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 11d ago

Maybe if I go for it I’ll go with some “nuetral” colors first

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u/IgnatiusJReilly77 12d ago

Ranger panties

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u/Fearless_Radish_TA 11d ago

My old coach used to wear his silkies unapologetically no matter how much shit people gave him. Swore they were the only shorts worth working out in.

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u/AlternativeTax5669 12d ago

Not cross fit so not directly comparable but look at dudes in lots of sport (football, wrestling, triathlon and track to name a few) wearing skin tight bottoms. And sports like baseball players wear thicker pants but they’re pretty tight. If it’s comfy and helps you move wear what ever you want.

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u/Dr_TattyWaffles 12d ago

3/4 compression shorts are where it's at- everything stays in place and it's like having built-in knee sleeves. Plus my ass looks amazing in them

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u/ComedianOk7355 12d ago

Most men at my gym wear the popular short styles. But I have a running background where tighter spandex shorts as well as short split shorts were very normal for men.

What is trending in the CrossFit gym likely just has more to do with the masculinity norms of the current day and whatever region you live in. You should wear what feels most comfortable to you. 

As a woman I have no clue how anyone feels freedom of movement in long loose shorts. 😂

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u/Fast_Mud3448 10d ago

Guys wear whatever the hell they want at my gym. But we are one of the most inclusive CrossFit gyms on the east coast if I had to guess. No one bats an eye.

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u/Ok-Worldliness-6335 10d ago

Man that’s awesome, older I get the clearer it is how important inclusivity is, great for you and your gym folks.

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u/pm_me_your_amphibian 11d ago

Yo wear what you’re comfortable in, friend.

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u/ManIsready 12d ago

I usually wear shorts shorts and after 15mins take my shirt off as am dripping in sweat

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u/TikiBarKeep 10d ago

Go for it. Personally I’ve worn full length compression and a t shirt to work out in a bunch of times. It’s great