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When I first started running four years ago, I didnt think about dedicated running clothes.
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Id previously been a die-hard hot yoga person, so I ran in clothing meant for low-impact exercise.
Pants that once supported me through avinyasa classsagged during a run and my well-loved tanks left me overheated.
My latest foray into running proved to be no different.
Though my discomfort grew, so did my interest in what other short runners in myrunning clubwere wearing.
Running Leggings and Tights
Whats better than leggings with pockets?Leggingswith short inseams!
TheGirlfriend CollectiveCompressive Pocket Leggings come with a rare 23 3/4-inch inseam that hit perfectly right at my ankles.
The fabric is slightly thicker than other leggings that Ive tried, which makes them ideal forcolder winter runs.
TheLululemonFast and Free High-Rise Tights are designed specifically for running.
Its inseam is slightly longer, but its still short enough so it wont bunch up at your ankle.
These Girlfriend Collective High-Rise Run Shorts are my holy grail.
For a more classic style, Tracksmith Twilight Split Shorts are the varsity shorts of my dreams.
I snagged a three-pack of ankle socks and Ive never looked back.
Theyre soft, snug, and fit down to a shoe size four.
In my opinion, every runner needs a pair of compression socks for staving off muscle soreness.
Ive also used them as an extra layer.
The sizing for these socks also start at shoe size four, so theyre small-feet friendly.
As I mentioned above, the silky, barely there fabric in this collection is what sets it apart.
Calling all heavy sweatersthe magic of the Brooks Distance Tank is in its quick-drying fabric.
Nicely, its lightweight fabric also makes it perfect for travel.
This vest features a cozy fleece lining that will keep your body warm on even the coldest runs.
It also has five (yesfive!)
different pockets, so you could safely store everything youll need.
Brooks All Altitude Jacket
Brooks Shield Hybrid Vest 2.0
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