Thoughts on Guys Wearing Yoga/Compression Shorts to Gym?

[Cask_23]

I have a few pairs of men’s Lululemon compression shorts (like the pictures) and tights that I use by themselves (no shorts over top) for indoor spin classes. I love them. They are so comfortable, allow so much movement, and wick sweat so well.

I like them so much I’m thinking of wearing them to indoor group boot camp workout classes. Again I’d like to wear without the added shorts on top.

In spin classes the lights are kinda dark and other guys already wear tight cycling shorts with padding. So wearing tights by themselves seems to be less of a big deal.

But I’m not sure if I can get away with them at my regular gym in group workout classes.

Thoughts?

Updates

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Update: I’m not surprised by the responses of women. It’s similar to the response of tight square cut bathing suits I’ve worn while vacationing in Mexico and Caribbean. Women’s reaction is either don’t care wear what you want or extremely positive. Guy’s typical reaction is “it’s gay”. I think I’m going to continue to defer to women’s opinions.

[TheUniqueOne96]

I wear tights to the gym too, without shorts, so do what you wish.

Personally, I don't want people to see any bulge though and if that's the case for you, wear tights that have a pattern/design on it, that way it at least won't be as visible, but you could probably get away wearing something basic, if you go with or a dark colour.

Wearing them with shorts is definitely more socially acceptable though.

Here are some examples of the tights I sometimes wear to the gym - both pictures are picture reviews from AliExpress/Wish, but I own the same ones, it just shows what they actually look like when you get them, because anything can look different in pictures, compared to in person.

[zeitgeist057]

I think it's a great idea, and I had the same one; I've been a bit jealous of the ladies all wearing leggings all the time but there doesn't seem to be an equivalent fashion choice for men. I say rock it and bring the style in, let others follow.

I wear compression shirts working out, in the gym, cardio kickboxing, running, and also just as an underlayer when it's cold. But I haven't tried any compression shorts yet, I don't own any. I tried shopping for some but the only ones I found I didn't like or they were more meant as underwear.

[Cask_23]

There are two types of compression shorts and tights. Those designed to be more like underwear and not intended to be worn by themselves and ones designed to be worn by themselves. Those designed to be worn by themselves are usually thicker and have a lining in the front for guys so their stuff doesn’t show outlined details. These are usually also way more expensive than the underwear style compression wear.

The men’s shorts I posted above by Lululemon are designed to be worn by themselves, but they are expensive.

[MissDawn7961]

a man who wears tight underwear is ruining his chances of having children ! for tight underwear lowers a mans sperm count quiet a bit so I will not date a man who wears tight bottoms ! thanks

[aieeazumui]

But ladies wear them so often these days

[zeitgeist057]

Aren't you worried about your age? The infertility risks and birth defect risks are much higher for 59 year old women than for tight-short wearing men.

[Not_Average]

Gay as fuck lol. The fact that you’re asking on here for social approval about your lulu lemons on top of that tells me you’re even more of a fairy. Just wear something comfortable and lift heavy weights. Always been my motto.

[Levin]

Wear what you want.

My testicles need air though.

[soe11]

I wear them on gym and running.
My girlfriend's mom love it when I wear it.
She some occasions request me to wear it.

[likeleggings]

I wear leggings ALL the time and love them. In fact i have more of them than reglar pants. I a pair of black ones now

[Anonymous]

I used to wear them while running and lifting because I have big thighs. My girlfriends didn't like it but I did it for comfort and to prevent chafing.

[itsmeamy]

I like them

[jessicarosen]

So what do you like about them?

[Gooblegobble]

It's kind of gay, bro. Nobody wants that.

[jessicarosen]

I like them too!

[bamesjond0069]

You paid $98 for those? Damn! Wtf.

[Anonymous]

If girls can wear them why can't men? Surely nice.

[Iron_Man]

No good

[OddBeMe]

Ehhh not for guys.

[Anonymous]

Rump Ranger