running vest

Sleeveless exercise shirt

A running vest is a lightweight, sleeveless top worn during running or jogging, designed for ventilation and freedom of movement.

The term also refers to a fitted vest with pockets or compartments for carrying water bottles, phones, and gear during long-distance runs—essentially a wearable pack that distributes weight across the torso: I loaded my running vest with gels for the ultramarathon.

Opposites
garment coverage

running vestwindbreaker

Lightweight gust-resistant jacket

rain jacket · parka · down jacket · fleece jacket · winter coat

activity type

running vestcycling jersey

Fitted cycling garment

swim cap · weightlifting belt · yoga pants · ski jacket · hockey jersey

formality and context

running vestwaistcoat

Sleeveless torso garment

business attire · three-piece suit · evening wear

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G