The shorts that holds you in, moves with you, and never lets you down.

The 4.5" TWL Elevate Shorts in Black are built for women who want more from their activewear than just coverage. Crafted from TWL's ELEVATE™ fabric — a 71% Polyester / 29% Elastane compression blend — these shorts deliver a tighter, more tucked-in feel than a standard training short, a buttery-soft finish against the skin, and total confidence that what's underneath stays covered, no matter what the session demands.

Non see-through. Squat-proof. Completely supported from warm-up to wind-down.

ELEVATE™ FABRIC — COMPRESSION THAT FEELS LIKE NOTHING:

ELEVATE™ is TWL's compression-focused performance fabric — and it sits in a different category to the REFINE™ fabric used in other TWL shorts. The higher Elastane content and tighter knit structure mean the fabric actively hugs the body rather than simply following it.

This creates a sculpted, locked-in feel that provides muscle awareness and support during heavy lifts, long runs, and high-rep training — without the restrictive, squeezed feeling of traditional compression garments.

• 71% Polyester: Lightweight, moisture-wicking, and quick-drying — pulls sweat away from the skin during intense sessions
• 29% Elastane: Higher than most training tights or shorts — delivers genuine four-way compression stretch that returns to shape immediately after every movement
• Buttery-soft finish: Despite the compression hold, ELEVATE™ feels smooth and soft directly against the skin — no rough edges, no irritation, no awareness of the fabric during long sessions
• Non see-through: The dense compression weave is completely opaque under load — no second-guessing at the bottom of a squat or in a downward dog

NO FRONT SEAM — THE DETAIL THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING:

Most training tights and shorts have a seam running vertically down the front of the leg. On paper it's just a construction detail. In practice, during high-rep squats, lunges, running, and any movement where the fabric is under tension, that seam creates a visible line, uneven pressure against the skin, and a silhouette that draws attention to the construction rather than the wearer.

The Elevate Shorts use a seamless front panel — no vertical front seam, no visible line, no pressure point running down the leg. The result is a cleaner, more flattering silhouette from every angle, and a smoother feel against the skin during movements that would otherwise push a seam into the quad or inner thigh.

It's a detail you notice the first time you put them on — and one you can't unfeel once you have.

SIDESLIDE™ WAISTBAND POCKET — STREAMLINED STORAGE:

The Elevate Shorts feature TWL's SideSlide™ pocket — a hidden pocket integrated into the waistband rather than added to the side seam. The design keeps the silhouette completely clean with no visible pocket bulge, no fabric pulling at the hip, and no phone bouncing during a run. Slide your keys, gels, cards, or earbuds in from the side and they sit flush against your body, completely out of the way.

The SideSlide™ sits at the back of the waistband — secure against your body at the point least likely to shift or bounce, making it ideal for running, box jumps, and high-intensity conditioning where side pockets can become a distraction.

THE WAISTBAND — HIGH-RISE, LOCKED IN, NO ADJUSTING:

The Elevate waistband is high-rise with an internal compression cord — not a drawstring you tie and tuck away, but a structured internal cord that provides a customised, locked-in fit without any visible hardware. The thick waistband sits high on the waist, providing core coverage during overhead movements and preventing the gap at the back that plagues lower-rise tights and shorts during deadlifts and forward folds.

Once it's on and adjusted, it stays exactly where you put it — no rolling, no pulling, no readjusting between sets.

REFLECTIVE DETAILS — BUILT FOR OUTDOOR TRAINING:

For athletes who run or train outdoors in early mornings or evenings, the Elevate Shorts feature reflective details that catch light in low-visibility conditions. A small but important detail that makes these shorts genuinely functional beyond the gym floor — not just a training short that happens to be worn outside, but one designed for it.

KEY FEATURES:

• Fabric: ELEVATE™ — 71% Polyester / 29% Elastane
• Compression level: Medium-high — tighter, more sculpted feel than standard training tights and shorts
• No Front seam: Modern, distraction free construction
• Non see-through: Completely opaque under load — squat-proof
• Waistband: High-rise with internal compression cord — no drawstring
• Pocket: SideSlide™ waistband pocket — hidden, streamlined storage
• Length:  4.5" inseam
• Reflective details: Visibility in low-light outdoor conditions
• Moisture-wicking: Keeps you dry through intense training
• Colourway: Black

BUILT FOR:

• Weightlifting & barbell training
• Running & outdoor cardio
• High-intensity conditioning
• Hyrox & hybrid training
• Yoga & pilates
• Everyday wear

TWL ELEVATE vs TWL REFINE — WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Our recommendation: Choose the Elevate if you want a tighter, more sculpted compression fit and plan to use these for running or outdoor training. Choose the TWL Refine if you prefer a softer feel with side pocket storage for your phone.