I'm a little surprised by the mixed reviews on these yoga shorts. The shorts are the same cut and material as the Power Flex Capris and Power Flex Leggings. I have several pairs of the power flex capris and leggings, and I absolutely love them. These shorts seems to have the same construction, fit, and feel as the capris/leggings. I purchased these shorts because it's getting to be a little too hot in my area of the country to be running in capris, and I'm hoping that these shorts are the answer. The length of the shorts is great -- they are neither bootie shorts nor granny shorts. As stated, the fit is similar to the rest of the Power Flex line. I'm 5'1" and 105 pounds, and I purchased the XS. After running in them a few times, I will be able to give a review of functionality, but I have high hopes!