Shane Gillis can stay mad — Women say these $20 booty-lifting gym shorts ‘get the job done’

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Salemann, M. (2026, October 15). Shane Gillis can stay mad — Women say these $20 booty-lifting gym shorts ‘get the job done’. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/15/shopping/women-say-these-20-booty-lifting-gym-shorts-get-the-job-done/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-15 · by Miska Salemann

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Comedian Shane Gillis faced backlash for criticizing women's gym attire during his SNL monologue, describing tight, brightly colored shorts as inappropriate. In response, women on social media have defended these popular BRXL Scrunch Butt Lifting Shorts, which retail at $20 and are praised for enhancing the wearer’s physique during workouts. The article highlights positive reviews stating that the shorts effectively lift and sculpt the buttocks while remaining comfortable and practical for exercise.
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Women are pushing back against comedian Shane Gillis's criticism of women's workout clothing. During a controversial SNL monologue last week, Gillis described gym shorts as revealing and inappropriate. In response, many women have posted photos and videos of themselves wearing such attire on social media, challenging his remarks. Former Saturday Night Live cast member Ego Nwodim shared an image with the caption "Whore reporting for duty," further emphasizing the backlash against Gillis's comments. The BRXL Scrunch Butt Lifting Shorts, available in various bright colors on Amazon, are a prime example of the type of gymwear that has sparked this debate.

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The Sydney Morning Herald
⚖️ Leans left 🔴 6% hedged 2 of 31 📰 publisher trust 61
“The articles describe different aspects of Shane Gillis's controversial SNL monologue, but each focuses on a distinct part of his statement. Article A covers his initial comment about women dressing like 'whores', while Article B details his subsequent mocking of women's workout shorts.”
Washington Examiner
⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 0% hedged 0 of 3 📰 publisher trust 68
“Article A discusses the White House's response to Shane Gillis’s SNL skit, while Article B focuses on Gillis's comments about women's workout clothing during his monologue.”
Toronto Star
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“While both articles discuss Shane Gillis' controversial SNL monologue about women's gym clothing, Article A focuses on Dan Levy's reaction to the incident, whereas Article B provides a detailed description of the shorts and context around the controversy.”
New York Post
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“While both articles discuss Shane Gillis' controversial SNL monologue, they describe different reactions and focus on distinct aspects of the incident.”
NBC News
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“The articles describe different reactions and content related to Shane Gillis's monologue, rather than the same specific incident or time.”
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Topics

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Subjects

Gillis PERSON · 3× Miska PERSON · 3× Amazon ORG · 2× Bryan Johnson’s PERSON · 1× Ego Nwodim PERSON · 1× Jennifer Aniston’s PERSON · 1× Miska Salemann PERSON · 1× New York Post ORG · 1× Russian NORP · 1× Shane Gillis PERSON · 1×

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Claims (27 extracted, 2 hedged)

In the latest wave of cancel culture, comedian Shane Gillis has been blasted for “slut-shaming” women’s workout clothing during his controversial SNL monologue last week. asserted
Gillis → blast → monologue
“I haven’t been to the gym in so long, I didn’t know that women just dress like whores now,” Gillis said, adding, “there’s no other way to describe it. asserted
Gillis → know → it
Have you seen the shorts?” asserted
you → see → shorts
He went on to describe the skin-tight, neon-colored shorts, which are designed to smooth and lift, with fabric that, he says, gathers “around the cheeks and all combine at the butthole.” asserted
he → go → butthole
He then added a warning: “Don’t look. asserted
He → add → warning
You’re not allowed to look. asserted
You → allow → ?
Because they are filming. asserted
they → film → ?
I’m in the background of 10 TikToks right now.” asserted
I → ’m → TikToks
Women aren’t taking the comments lying down. asserted
Women → take → comments
Many are clapping back on social media and posting videos of themselves in their favorite gym outfits. asserted
Many → clap → outfits
Even former Saturday Night Live cast member Ego Nwodim chimed in, sharing a photo of herself in a workout set, with the caption, “Whore reporting for duty.” asserted
Whore → chime → duty
And if there’s a specific pair Gillis is referring to, it’s likely something like the ultra-popular BRXL Scrunch Butt Lifting Shorts on Amazon — which are available in a sea of bright colors, from hot pink to neon green and baby blue. asserted
which → ’ → green
According to the brand, the $20 Amazon shorts are made with a blend of nylon and spandex designed to “sculpt your curves” — and yes, they do have some ruching. uncertain
they → accord → ruching
According to the brand, the tummy control waistband, V-back design and full-coverage material help enhance hip definition and create a naturally lifted, rounder silhouette. uncertain
waistband → accord → silhouette
Per the reviews section, women say they do just that. asserted
they → say → that
Some rave that the shorts showcase their Russian deadlift work “so nicely,” while others have pointed out that they’re completely “squat-proof” and “extremely flattering”. asserted
they → rave → work
They’re also available in extended sizes and lengths to flatter different body types. asserted
They → ’re → types
“I don’t have a ton in the trunk, and these made my booty pop!” one impressed shopper shared. asserted
shopper → have → trunk
“My husband loves them. asserted
husband → love → them
Barely rolled up in the legs while I was working out.” asserted
I → roll → legs
As many women have pointed out, it’s not just about the looks. asserted
it → point → looks
Many have noted that these kinds of shorts have ample compression and a smooth, comfortable fit, which also makes them a very practical choice for working out. asserted
them → note → compression
Put simply, many women agree these shorts “get the job done” — and Gillis’ opinion can’t stop them from snagging a pair for under $20. asserted
opinion → Put → 20
more trending women's gym clothing This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. asserted
article → trend → Salemann
As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. asserted
Miska → seek → trending
Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. asserted
Miska → take → side
Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette. asserted
Miska → join → Sun
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