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Champion Body Balance Relaxed Shorts : Soft & Simple

I've tested a lot of Champion gear over the years, and the Body Balance line is one of my favorites. I love the look of the black ribbed material and the perfect fit. For vanity's sake, I also appreciate Champion's consistent sizing - their size M pants and shorts always fit me. These shorts are just the right length (short enough to allow movement, but not too short that I don't want to wear them outside my house), have a wide waistband (with a drawstring), and a slightly low-rise cut. I'm not sure how Champion does it, but the shorts seem to have both a trim and a casual fit. As I wear them, the material stretches a bit, so the shorts hang nicely. They pull together again with washing.

The Body Balance line includes pants, tops, jackets, and capri pants in a variety of colors.

Bottom LIne: These shorts have become like my favorite old pajama bottoms; I never want to take them off.--E.D. (April '05)

Price: $28.00

Manufacturer's Site: www.championusa.com

Buy Online: Champion Catalog.com

When lifting weights, always remember to protect your back by activating your abdominal muscles before performing each exercise.

Source: The Little Strength Training Book