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Designed for

Running

Why you’ll love this

Free your stride, free your mind. We re-energized our Fast and Free split short with a new 360° waistband storage system and an updated performance liner for distraction-free comfort at full speed.

Fast and Free Mid-Rise Split Short 3" *Updated Design

Details

Mid Rise, 3" Length

  • Classic fit is an easy fit that floats away from your body
  • This updated version has a rebalanced and bonded waistband that provides a lighter on-body feel and hits at a true mid rise
  • If you have the original Fast and Free Split Short, expect this to sit at the same place just above the hips

Product Features

  • New 360° waistband storage system: six drop-in pockets and one back zippered pocket
  • Updated brief liner is shaped and bonded for a chafe-free fit that stays put without bulk
  • A rebalanced and bonded waistband provides a lighter on-body feel
  • Continuous drawcord
  • Pass a lightweight layer though the back waistband pocket under the bartack when you're in a pinch
  • Reflective details

Lightweight Swift Fabric

  • Lightweight
  • Four-way stretch
  • Sweat-wicking
  • Quick-drying
  • Sweat-wicking and quick-drying mesh brief liner

Materials & Care

  • Liner: 82% Polyester (recycled), 18% Elastane
  • Body: 86% Polyester, 14% Elastane
  • Contrast: 82% Nylon, 18% Elastane
  • Machine Wash Cold
  • Do Not Bleach
  • Tumble Dry Low
  • Do Not Iron
  • Do Not Dry Clean
  • Wash With Like Colors

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Reviews

2.8

(52)

Fit based on reviews: a bit small

Small

True to size

Large

3 days ago

Running short

Super cute and great color

Size Purchased:LargeFits:True to size

Response from lululemon

2 days ago

Full speed ahead—with Orange Punch leading the charge.

2 weeks ago

Great running shorts

Really like the new design. It doesn't bunch up in the front anymore. Flows nice and feels light. Love the mid-waisted fit over the high-waisted.

Size Purchased:XXSUsual Size:2Fits:True to size

LindaLoufly

Sweat Collective member

3 weeks ago

Love them

Love this shorts. They are comfortable and easy for workouts

Size Purchased:SUsual Size:SFits:True to size

1 month ago

LOVE

I own several different styles and this is my favorite.

Size Purchased:XSUsual Size:XSFits:True to size

Response from lululemon

1 month ago

Out of the whole shorts lineup, these took the top spot. We love hearing they’ve officially earned favourite status in your collection.

1 month ago

THANK YOU

These are 10/10 loved these from 2 versions ago and was disappointed they got rid of the front gel pockets. As a marathon runner the old version did not work without the front pockets. This upgrade is incredible! More pockets, perfect fit, same great short!

Size Purchased:SUsual Size:SFits:True to size

Response from lululemon

1 month ago

We love hearing that the Fast and Free Mid-Rise Split Short 3" brings back the pocket functionality you missed while adding even more storage without sacrificing the fit you already loved. We’ll be sure to share this 10/10 feedback with our Design Team.

2 months ago

Fast and free

Fast and Free Shorts are so comfy, light weight and plenty of pockets but not bulky. Perfect for a long run or a quick fast run. Fit is flattering and length is nice without being restrictive.

Size Purchased:x-smallUsual Size:2Fits:True to size

Sweat Collective member

Response from lululemon

2 months ago

Fast run, long run, snack run—it sounds like these shorts are ready for all of it.

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