baleaf Women's 8"/ 5"/ 3" Biker Shorts High Waist Yoga Workout Gym Running Volleyball Spandex Shorts with Pockets

I'm updating my review because the seller completely fixed my problem, but I still think I should mention briefly that I originally purchased the CHARCOAL and they were not what I expected (although they may be what some people are looking for so I left the original review down below). However, I now have the BLACK shorts and they are everything I wanted. They're the spandex-y, tight kind that I wear for running or hiding my pot-belly, but they're also really lightweight and comfortable. The little pockets are FANTASTIC. Before these shorts I did a lot of weird things to secure my belongings while running (usually to no avail), but now I simply pop in my headphones, slide the iPhone in, and go! They're like a second skin but with more security :-) And also they're just the right length. I'm too self-conscious to wear short-shorts and fully expose my thighs because they're covered in scars, but I sweat like a madwoman in the summer so I didn't want to wear leggings either. These shorts are the perfect in-between: I'm not melting inside them but I can also focus on running without worrying about accusations of exhibitionism. I'm really glad to have these. Here's what I wrote before about CHARCOAL: So these shorts (I got "Charcoal") fit extremely well and are really stretchy and soft and comfortable (I got Medium and am a 5/6 in most clothes), but the first thing I noticed when I put them on was how thin they were! I wasn't expecting it because most of my exercise pants have a little bit of a thicker, shiny fabric, but these are just soft, thin cotton so I had to keep pulling down the crotch to disguise my cameltoe D-: Another thing: Because these are so soft and thin, the "tummy control" feature doesn't really hold in the little pot-belly I've gotten over the past year (I gained FORTY pounds from medication side-effects and am newly self-conscious). I thought the fabric would compress my thighs and my belly but it doesn't. I'm also concerned that sweat will become visible during an intense workout. It's a dark-grey fabric, but I went out in the rain for a minute and there were black spots where the pants got rained on. The bottom line is, these are thin, soft, stretchy shorts with nice little pockets on the side (perfect size for my iPhone which doesn't slip out), but they don't do the job when it comes to compression (I wish I got the black ones instead of charcoal. From the information I've read it seems like they are more of the type of fabric I was expecting) and they are unfavorably revealing--I mean I wanted my butt and my belly to look tight and hard in these pants but instead I just feel naked with a layer of cotton cradling my bottom half.

Bend safe (no peek a boo buns) which matters. Waist band doesn't roll (important for work out and busy mom stuff). Pocket is perfect... even my gun didn't budge. Very sturdy, comfy, cute and easy to wash. I don't recommend drying but that's more preference. Worth the price.

Pro: I really like this blue-green color and the fact that these have two pockets which are both big enough to fit my phone. It means that I have space for my phone plus dog treats for my running partner. I had hoped for material that was thicker and a bit more compressive - I ordered a medium which fits fine but does not feel tight at all, so I have to hope these won't stretch out over time. The length is great and they did not ride up at all during my 3 mile run this morning.

These shorts are comfortable and look nice. They are stretchy without being too thin. They feel and look like they are made from quality material. They do not bind and stay in place during work out. They are not too thick or hot. The waistband is smooth and non-rolling. They are comfy for lounging around the house, working out or everyday wear. I will purchase again.

These high-waist biker shorts are perfect for workouts or casual wear, offering a snug but flexible fit that moves with you. The pockets are surprisingly roomy, making it easy to carry essentials like your phone or keys. They strike a great balance between comfort, performance, and everyday style.

I ordered the 8" in black and grey. The fabric is relatively soft and I love the length. I'm 5'3" and these are just a couple/few inches up from my knees, which is what I wanted. While the band at the leg hole is not tight, I don't think it has enough stretch and I don't like the feeling of it being tighter than the fabric above it. I'd like a more seamleass transition. It feels as though if I tried stretching it, the threading would tear. The same goes for the same kind of band at the top of the waist. Even if it is looser in the waist, I do not like the band is tighter than the rest underneath. I think these are great in theory, but I find the execution could be better. They do not ride up in the crotch and they have a good coverage of the waist/high waist but I found that the back gets pulled down and the seam/lines at the back of the waist are too low and should sit higher. I couldn't decide if these were too loose in the waist or not but I didn't like that they were looser there and then tighter in the hips and thighs. I am considering sizing up from medium to large but worry there will be too much fabric in the waist or that it will be too loose there. I will update my review if I do purchase the large. Pros: Soft material Offerings in different lengths & colors Pocket Moves with you Does not ride up in the crotch Full coverage/high waist Roomy and stretchy in the waist for those who need it Cons: Looser in the waist while tighter in hips & thighs (of course, body shape matters) Not a seamless transition from band at bottom of leg opening to rest of thigh Not a seamless transition from band at top of waist to fabric underneath Back of waist seems to ride lower than in the front (but because they are high wasted, they don't ride too far down to become revealing) The seam line around the lower part of the waist, particularly the "v" shaped seam in the back is too low (for my liking), even though the fabric and top of waist is high waisted.

8” inseam, 2.0 here. Drove me crazy seeing pictures and not sure how long they were 😂 these are very comfortable, true to size for sure. Very stretchy. I bought these for run days to prevent thigh chafe and I do feel like these will do just that. They seem to be made well so I do believe they will hold up! No riding up in the legs, a littttle bit of having to hike them up at the hips but nothing that isn’t unusual to leggings and my shape. Will likely be purchasing another pair!

Great Pants. Perfect fit and length. I'll be getting more of these.