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Even though jogging is a gloriously low-maintenance sport, the right gear can make all the difference.
Female athlete stretching for warming up before running at city park in autumn. Sporty woman exercising outdoor.
Takecold-weather running, for example.
The same goes for running in the summer or in areas where the temperature is very hot.
These top picks should get you geared up and out the door.
We listed highly-rated picks from Nike, Amazon, Lululemon, Vuori, and more.
Best Everyday Running Shoes
Of course, it all starts with the right footwear.
Beingfitted for a pair of running shoesis a worthwhile time investment for any semi-regular runner.
These six pairs of sneakers are all fairly goldilocks: They provide some cushion without being ultra puffy.
Try them out for day-to-day casual jogs, tempo work, and even long runs.
Youll be bagging a new PR in no time.
Ill-fitting shorts and too-hot layers will make you want to turn around.
The righthigh-support running brasmake all the difference.
These four below accommodate arange of cup sizesand all stand up to high-impact activities.
Do you always seem to be juggling your phone or key?
The Brooks Drive 3, which is equipped with a back pocket, is the ideal solution.
Other musts: chafe-free seams, zero wedgies, and comfortable fabrics.
An added bonus with the Vuoris: super soft yet still wicking.
Consider Oiselles Flow Shirt, which has a keyhole for your watch face.
Coupled with thumb holes, you could keep warmandkeep an eye on your pace in this long sleeve.
Unsure of how warm yourrunning jacketneeds to be?
High-vis headbands and gloves with touchscreen ability are key.
If you arent sure if youd rather have gloves or mittens, try the convertible ones from Tough Outdoors.
Six miles in and I had forgotten I was wearing it.
(Except, of course, that I felt exceptionally well hydrated.)
unlock in upping your mileage with ease.
Balega Blister socks aregreat workout socks.
Dennis Gross sunscreen is great for sweaty runs and for people withacne-prone skin.
And it doesnt leave that dreaded white cast.
Supergoop Play is ideal for the body.
It comes in a giant pump-top bottle, which acts as a good reminder to apply liberally.
Play Everyday Lotion (2.4 oz.)
A running cap can help you push through mile after mile without causing your head to heat up.
Snatching up smooth,anti-chafe creamsor balms are key to keeping your body pain-free and your runs comfy.
Some come in deodorant-like sticks, like Bodyglide, while others come in a cream form.
Megababe Thigh Rescue Anti-Chafe Stick (2.12 oz.)
Awater bottleor hand flask, like the one from Nathan, is an easy place to start.
Its the most lightweight pack Ive tried: Six miles in and I had forgotten I was wearing it.
(Except, of course, that I felt exceptionally well hydrated.)
