Best Running Shirts 2025: Running And Workout Shirts For Men

The best men’s running shirts for every workout

Whether it's your first 5K or your 50th marathon, having a lightweight, breathable shirt can make a world of difference

THERE COMES A TIME in every runner’s life when they realise that their beat-up old T-shirt that’s been sitting in the back of their closet for years isn’t conducive to peak performance. Sure, it’s inexpensive, but ol’ reliable isn’t going to help you run a PB.

If you’re ready to start taking running seriously, it’s time to prioritise finding the right gear – starting up top, with a running shirt. You’ll want something made from a sweat-wicking fabric, to soak up all that extra moisture. Breathability is also important, lest you be soaked before you’ve finished the first kilometre. Choosing something lightweight is the next biggest key, if you’re trying to move as fast as possible.

We don’t expect you to be skimming the product details dropdown menu to find every single one of those attributes. So, we’ve done the hard work for you and have rounded up some of our favourite running shirts from a variety of brands.

Best running shirts for men

men's running shirts

Icebreaker 125 ZoneKnit Crewe Thermal Top

Men's running shirts

2XU Aero Tee

Best Men's Running shirts

Under Armour Tech Textured Short Sleeve

New Balance Athletics T-Shirt

Nike Stride Dri-FIT Running Shirt

Adidas Own The Run Tee

Asics Seamless Short Sleeve Top

Lululemon Metal Vent Tech T-Shirt

Nike Tech Knit Dri-FIT Running Shirt

LSKD Pace Running Tee

Gymshark Running T-Shirt

Men's Running Shirts

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By Cayle Reid

Cayle Reid is a content producer at Men's Health Australia, covering everything from developments in fitness and nutrition to the latest innovations in performance gear. When he's not tracking down a celebrity's fitness routine or putting a new product to the test, he spends his time staving off shin splints on long runs, riding waves on his surfboard and staying up late watching sports in incompatible time zones.

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