The Best Workout Shirts for Men to Buy in 2022

By Emily Lemon On May 2, 2022

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When it comes to finding the right workout shirt, our ratty college tees won’t do. The best workout shirts for men are usually made from synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon that feature BO and sweat-fighting technology to keep you dry and fresh during the most grueling exercises. Some have spandex or elastane to provide stretch for workouts that require a large range of motion (like, say burpees). And of course, all of them look and feel amazing.

But with the activewear and athleisure boon of the past five years, finding the right workout shirt in a saturated market can feel overwhelming. That’s why we enlisted the help of Men’s Health‘s trainers and fitness experts, and tried over 100 workout shirts (!!!) in the past two years to find the best workout shirts for men. Whether you’re looking for a shirt for your long runs or a do-it all tees for your HIIT sessions, these men’s workout shirts have you covered (literally).

Best Overall

Reign Short Sleeve
Rhone

Best for Outdoor Workouts

Hot Shot Short-Sleeve Tech T-Shirt
saxx

Best Tank Top

Men’s Project Rock Earn Greatness Tank
Under Armour

Best Budget Workout Shirt

Men’s Tech Stretch Short-Sleeve T-Shirt
Amazon Essentials

Most Durable Workout Shirt

Versatile Shirt
Ten Thousand

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Best Overall

Reign Short Sleeve

Incredibly comfortable fit
Moisture-wicking features kept us dry even through intense workouts

When it comes to finding the right fit for a workout shirt, ideally you want it to feel like a second skin. Enter Rhone’s short sleeve tee, which has a broken-in (while still secure) fit that’s loaded with gym-friendly specs like an anti-chafing, moisture-wicking fabric. Plus, it’s infused with gold (yes, really) to fend off stink. Taking it outside? It also has a UPF50+ exterior for adequate sun protection. The Reign’s suite of features made it an easy cinch for our Men’s Health Fitness Awards.

Material: Nylon, polyester, jersey
GoldFusion technology to fight odor
UPF50+
Moisture-wicking

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Best for Outdoor Workouts

Hot Shot Short-Sleeve Tech T-Shirt

Droptemp technology actually works
Superb fit

Warm weather workouts call for cooling fabrics. Enter SAXX’s impressive Droptemp technology, which does exactly what it says and helps lower your body temperature while also wicking away sweat. We also love its fit, which stays tight to your body without riding up or clipping your movement.

Material: Polyester and elastane
Three-way stretch
Cooling and moisture-wicking

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Best Tank Top

Men’s Project Rock Earn Greatness Tank

Cotton-blend fabric is surprisingly durable
Wide arm holes provide extra mobility

Men’s Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel swears by this gym tank for its breezy fit. Wide arm holes make for extra mobility to get you through pullups, kettlebell swings, and everything in between. And we also like its graphic, motivational design, which is a part of Under Armour’s recent collaboration with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

Material: Cotton and polyester

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Best Budget Workout Shirt

Men’s Tech Stretch Short-Sleeve T-Shirt

Incredible value

Shirts can accommodate larger men

A week’s worth of quality workout shirts can set you back a few hundreds of dollars. Not so with Amazon’s in-house brand of workout tees, which cost less than $20 each and have amassed over 1,400 five-star ratings. Customers love its (yes) incredible value, and sun-protecting, moisture-wicking properties. Plus, reviewers say that these shirts accommodate larger guys.

Material: Polyester and elastane

Moisture-wicking

Double side seams

Most Durable Workout Shirt

Versatile Shirt

Holds up after months of use

Fabric helps prevent irritation

Ten Thousand’s marquee shirt lives up to its name. Its anti-chafe flatlock seam prevents armpit irritation, and silver ions fend off BO. Plus, despite the shirt’s relatively breezy fit, it’s also incredibly durable and holds up even after months of consistent use (and washes). In short, it’s a truly versatile workout shirt.

Material: 3M Easy Care Fabric

Anti-odor

Moisture-wicking

Best Long-Sleeve Workout Shirt

Men’s Long-Sleeve Training T-Shirt Nike Dri-FIT

Long-sleeve tees are great for air-conditioned gyms, but can feel swampy after an hour-long workout. Not so with Nike’s bestselling shirt, which has a Dri-Fit material that wicks away moisture even after several washes. Its slim fit makes it ideal to either layer under a T-shirt or wear on its own.

Material: Polyester

Moisture-wicking

Drysense Training Short Sleeve Shirt

One of the lighter tees we’ve tried, Lululemon’s training shirt can still hold up when you want to hit the pavement hard. Sweat-wicking, BO-fighting technology makes it ideal for even outdoor exercises, and it’s available in an array of tastefully textured patterns to break up your solid color gym gear.

Material: Polyester, nylon, and elastane

Moisture-wicking

Odor-fighting

True to its name, Proof’s signature tee kept us dry even after the longest workouts. And while most workout tees have that synthetic, slightly-itchy feel, this one is as comfortable as our favorite loungewear, which means you’ll want to wear this all day, every day.

Material: Merino wool, nylon

Temperature regulating

Moisture-wicking

Techfit Sleeveless Fitted Tee

If you like your tank tops a bit more fitted, adidas’ slim sleeveless shirt has you covered. Made with elastane for extra stretch, customers love how easy it is to move in this shirt. Plus, its moisture-wicking fabric will leave your underarms feeling extra cool.

Material: Polyester and jersey

Moisture-wicking

Best for Running

Van Cortlandt Tee

Yes, this Ivy League-inspired shirt is a stunner, but don’t let its pretty looks deceive you. It has a moisture-wicking mesh top that offers maximum breathability and movement, so you can wear this even during your hardest sweat sessions. And while other workout shirts we tried ride up after running more than five miles, this one stays perfectly put during our long runs.

Material: Polyester and spandex

Moisture-wicking

For the past two years, we consulted with Men’s Health‘s Fitness and Style on the top workout shirts for men. Experts including our fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. and fashion director Ted Stafford put countless men’s workout shirts through the wringer to evaluate their fit, support, and effectiveness. We tried them in a variety of settings, from long runs outdoors to hour-long gym workouts. We also considered top-reviewed men’s workout shirts that had at least 100 five-star customer ratings on e-commerce websites that we trust.

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