Low Rise Shorts for Men are Great for Yoga

Low rise shorts and jeans have been around since the 1960′s and have been marketed to both men and women. Previously referred to as hip-huggers, these pants were meant to show off the beautiful flat stomachs and thin hips of the very young adults. Today, hip-huggers are still being sold and are as popular as ever, but they are now referred to as low riders. In fact, under the name of low riders, these pants may be even more popular now than when they were first introduced. And, like in times past, both men and women are snapping these pants up in droves.

Men are the Primary Consumers of Low Riders?

Nearly every well known (and even not so well known) company that produces pants also produces low rise shorts and jeans for both sexes. It is interesting to note that since about 2001, men have been the primary consumers of low riding pants. Among men in the 14 to 23 age range, this is actually the preferred style. You can find low rise pants for men with tiny zippers or with button flies, and the pants generally stop at three inches below the belly button. The distance between the waist and the crotch on regular pants is usually about 12 inches, but is only 30 centimeters on low riders. That’s a big difference, and because the pants hang around the hips, it takes someone with really slim hips to wear these pants successfully. Otherwise, the pants will simply be too tight to fasten.

Why Do Men Wear Low Rise Jeans and Shorts?

Men like to wear low rise shorts and jeans because it shows off their waist, part of their torso, and their hips quite nicely, and they believe this is good for attracting women. In many cases it is, as women like to see a nice display of skin on men as much as men do on women. You will see all kinds of low riding jeans and shorts being worn in clubs and beaches and even out on the streets. In fact, some low riders have gotten so low that the person’s underwear is clearly visible above the waist line, which has prompted some schools to ban them for both males and females.

Be Cool and Comfortable During Your Yoga Workouts

Low rise shorts are also excellent options for men who are taking exercise classes, since the extra exposure of skin they provide makes the exercise routine a lot more comfortable and cool. You won’t sweat as much or feel as much need to adjust your clothing to allow your skin to breathe when you’re exercising in low rise pants, especially shorts. They are also good for beach wear, or for any day that is hot when you have to be outside for some time. To find low riders, just look in any department store in the men’s department, or shop online. You’ll find every conceivable style just waiting for you to try it on and see how good you look in it.