Best Gym & Workout Boxers and Boxer Shorts for Men in 2022

Best Gym & Workout Boxers and Boxer Shorts for Men in 2022

Every outfit is built on a solid foundation of superb undergarments. When looking for the right pair of underwear for everyday wear, look for support, comfort, and an attractive design that enhances your confidence. To finally put an end to your epic hunt for the best underwear that fits both your lifestyle and your budget, there are a few things to consider before getting that new pair. Best Cotton boxers for men are lightweight, breathable, and inexpensive. They are often striped or plain in color. Some even include designs like cartoon characters, animal patterns, and geometric motifs. Silk ones are more costly, but they are breathable and lightweight.

• BEST BOXER FOR MEN

Underwear Low Rise Trunk

Calvin Klein knows how to design a wonderful pair of underwear, but our favorite is the Steel Micro Low Rise Trunks with a very smooth and appealing nylon microfiber. These trunks retain their form and color even after dozens of washing. The contoured pouch and low-rise length are ideal for all-day comfort and support. When you consider how long the heritage underwear lasts, it’s difficult to beat a pack of Calvin’s.

Pros: 

• Elegant style
• Pocket-friendly
• Capable of withstanding a large number of washes

• BEST BASIC

Adidas Men’s Performance Boxer Briefs

Do you need another pair of men’s boxer shorts in your underwear drawer? Then have a look at them. The polyester-spandex combination in these Adidas boxers dries fast and flows with you. They come in a bundle of two and are reasonably priced. They’re made to stay put as you work out, and the angular stitching resists frequent chafing places.

Pros

• Comfort
• Flexible for stretching and gym

• MOST STYLISH

Mack Weldon AIRKNITx Boxer Brief

It is a major admirer of ours here at SPY. Mack Weldon truly has it all, from the world’s greatest sweatpants (which we rated the best sweatpants two years in a row in our end-of-year product awards, the 2021 Man), to fantastic undergarments you won’t believe are so comfy during workouts. The AIRKNITx Boxer Briefs are cooling underwear made of moisture-wicking and odour-wicking fabrics. Furthermore, the boxer briefs do not fold up at the waistband or legs, making them uncomfortably tight during exercises. With a flyless pouch, these are surely a pair of panties that everyone will want to slide into.

Pros

• keep you dry and comfortable during any workout.
• Comfortable as they do not stick to your thighs

• THE LIGHTEST

Mack Weldon Stealth Boxer Brief

The Mack Weldon Stealth is synonymous with high-quality men’s underwear. Because of its high-performance fabric blend—nylon, polyester, and spandex—and other creative features, you’ll scarcely notice this boxer brief, as the name indicates. Mesh zones for improved ventilation, elastic compression zones, and body mapping technology for unfettered mobility are all unique design aspects.

Pros

• improved ventilation,
• unfettered mobility

• BEST FABRIC

Smartwool Merino Sport Boxer Briefs

Wearing wool on your crown jewels may sound like the most unpleasant thing in the world, but these boxer shorts for men are made from merino wool, which is revered for its tenderness. Merino is also a high-performance fabric, being quick-drying and moisture-wicking while keeping the natural fabric qualities that synthetics just cannot match. These boxer briefs are comprised of a merino/polyester combination. Flatlock seams avoid chafing, and a double-front panel adds added support.

Pros

• quick-drying 
• avoid chafing

• BEST FOR LIFTING

Under Armour ArmourVent Mesh Series 6” Boxerjocks

Many of the experts we polled preferred Under Armour styles. Ian Taylor, editor-in-chief of men’s fashion website FashionBeans, suggests their “very flexible” pairs for leg days at the gym when you’ll be doing a lot of squats or lunges. Megan Collins, the founder of the menswear website Look Girlfriend, also mentioned the ArmourVent style.

Pros

• Flexible
• Good for leg days

• BEST FOR CYCLING

Adidas Men’s Sport Performance Climalite Trunk Underwear

Swerve instructor Jason Tran recommends these Adidas cycling underpants whether you’re riding outside or sweating indoors on a spin bike. “They don’t ride up my leg, absorb perspiration, and are really soft and comfortable,” he says.

Pros

• Absorb Sweat
• Soft and comfortable

• BEST DURABILITY

ExOfficio Give-N-Go 2.0 Boxer Briefs

ExOfficio may sound more like a traditional papal title than an underwear brand, yet the firm produces a wide range of excellent performance and adventure apparel. These men’s boxer shorts are constructed of a spandex and nylon combination rather than polyester. As a synthetic, nylon is known for its toughness, thus these boxer briefs will last for many washes. These, like other performance choices, have flatlock seams to prevent chafing.

Pros

• Avoid chafing
• Will last many washes

• BEST FOR MOUNTAIN AND HIKING

Icebreaker Men’s Anatomica Brief

Chris Brinlee Jr., a renowned photographer, and alpinist describe these Icebreaker briefs as his “go-to underwear for anything that I do.” This duo is certainly up for any outdoor adventure since his “everything” includes mountain climbing in New Zealand and backpacking in the Dolomites. “They look excellent and have a terrific cut,” he adds, “but most importantly, they’re made from merino wool.” “Merino is extremely breathable and antibacterial – they don’t stink.”

Pros

• Anti-bacterial
• Stylish cut

• THE STRETCHIEST 

Nike Dri-FIT Ultra Stretch Micro

Athletic underwear is supposed to keep the swamp at bay during tough exercises. Nike easily passes this test because of its unique Dri-FIT technology. The bonded-seam design of these briefs eliminates severe chafing while also wicking perspiration away from your skin for faster evaporation, and the poly-spandex fabric combination delivers excellent comfort and elasticity.

Pros

• Comfort
• Elasticity and flexibility