Fall Fitness Fashion Guide: What To Wear: Running

by Monique Savin

Fall weather will be chilly outside, but running works up a sweat. Fortunately, women’s running clothes are more attractive this autumn making it easier to stick with your cool weather workouts. Running capris have replaced running shorts and windbreakers are on trend, but to be equipped, shop for the right technical fabrics that wick perspiration, keep your core comfortably warm, and running accessories that help you fuel up to run long and punish the clock.

☑ Running bra: Whatever the cup size, the first layer of support and protection for women should be a non-restrictive running bra. Whether zip-front or pullover, get cleavage control to beat the bounce and protect breasts from prematurely sagging.
New running clothes to try:
Nike Dri-Fit Updated Zip-front Bra
Adidas Supernova High-impact Cross-back Bra

☑ Running shirt: A long sleeve running shirt is the second training layer for days when the weather is not hot enough for short sleeves, but not cold enough for a jacket. Look for running shirts that are lightweight and colourful in sweat-wicking fabric.
New running clothes to try:
Adidas by Stella McCartney Run Performance Graphic Long Sleeve Top
Women’s Seamless Running Shirt

☑Running jacket: A hoodie or zip-front pullover is a smart top layer for outdoor running. A running jacket is essential to keep the brisk wind from chilling your neck and help you to regulate body temperature changes during your run or adjust to moody weather conditions, including rain or wind.
New running clothes to try:
Stella McCartney Cover Up Run Jacket
Nike Dri-Fit Pacer Women’s Running Jacket
New Balance Storm Striker Waterproof Running Jacket

☑ Running shoes: Sport-specific shoes make your run comfortable by providing weight-bearing cushioning to key zones of a runner’s foot. That alleviates excessive pounding on ankle and knees and reduces shock on hips. Even in cool autumn, shop running sneakers with vents to regulate foot temperature.
New running shoes to try:
Saucony ProGrid Paramount 2
Nike LunarGlide+
Nike Air Pegasus+26 GTX

☑ Running tights: Snug-fitting technical fabric shape, shrink and enhance your figure as they keep muscles warm and shuttle sweat from your hard-working legs.
New running clothes to try:
Nike Dri-Fit Race Day No Sew Running Capris
Adidas Clima365 Gym Seven-Eighths Pants

☑ Running socks: You’ll appreciate styles with light cushioning in key spots that keep your feet dry and blister-free in no-show ankle socks.
New running clothes to try:
REI CoolMax Socks
Nike Elite No-Show Socks
Sweaty Betty Performance Socks

☑ Running gloves: Thermal running gloves retain body heat that can be quickly lost from exposed hands, where there is little body fat. Applaud your smarts when you overheat by pulling the gloves off and tucking them into your jacket pockets.
New running clothes to try:
Pearl Izumi Shine Wind Mitts
Nike Lightweight Running Gloves
Sweaty Betty Thermal Running Gloves

☑ Running ear warmers: Fall’s cold winds can blow against a hot head and create a painful headache, which cuts short your run. Cover your ears with a running headband or ear warmers to reduce wind burn redness and migraines.
New running clothes to try:
Nike Dri-Fit Women’s Headband
Lucy Running Headband

☑ Running water belt: For runs longer than 10K, a stay-put water bottle belt helps you take precaution against low blood sugar and dehydration emergencies with extra pockets for energy gels and water.
New running gear to try:
Running Room Single Bottle Torso Pack
Nike 4-Bottle Hydration Belt

☑ Heart rate monitor: Use personal tech to gauge and track your progress for peak performance or ensure your training runs are spent in your optimal training zone. From basic to feature-rich and loaded with GPS, find a heart rate monitor that comfortably fits your wrist and budget.
New running personal tech to try:
Timex Heart Rate Monitor
Polar F6F Heart Rate Monitor

What do you wear on your way to running to be 10 minutes faster, or 10 pounds lighter? Are you loyal to a brand? Read the list, and then post your favourite picks in the comments below.

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