apparel

from walking.about.com

How can you dress for comfort on a winter walk? I have a head to toe, underwear to outerwear advice on what to wear. You will find two key concepts: cotton is not your friend, and layers are your friend.

from fitsugar.com

If you fell in love with running skirts this summer and are pining to run like a girl even though it is too cold to show off you gams, I think I have found a solution. The ToughGirl Skirt ($85) by SkirtSports!

The ToughGirl combines running tights with a cute short skirt for all-in-one, one-of-kind running bottoms. And cover your bottom it will. The skirt strategically covers you in all the right places and the leggings, with slight boot cut, keep you warm.

from ipodhacks.com

We didn't know how long we'd end up having to wait for it, but finally, at long last, someone has brought to market a bikini with built in iPod navigation controls.

Sun-worshiping ladies the world around can now bid farewell to the heretofore cumbersome process of both wearing a bikini and using an iPod.

from fitsugar.com

I grew up hearing that thongs are not good for, ahem, down there. I don't really want to get into details but it has something to do with a lethal combo of yeast, and moisture. This meant sleeping and working out in a thong were a big no-no.

from forbes.com

Heading to the beach with a pair of Kadima paddles this weekend? You might get snickered off the sand.

That's because this summer's must-have outdoor gear is all about effective, easy-to-use, high-tech pieces versatile enough to transfer from sport to sport.

from walking.about.com

Is it time to give your tootsies some air? Many walkers like walking in sandals, and here are my tips on finding the right sandals for walking and hiking. As with any walking shoe, it is important to find a good fit and to test the walking sandals at shorter distances and with or without socks.

from thatsfit.com

Clumsy girls like me rejoice!

Finally a solution to keep my mp3 player from constantly crashing to the floor. I've put the darn thing in my shorts pocket, on the little ledge of whatever machine I'm using, and I've even tucked it into my bra. Without fail, my teeny little music machine is guaranteed to make its way to the floor with the batteries and door scattered around the gym.

from fitsugar.com

Move, groove, and stay warm in the Nike Women's Soft Shell Therma-FIT Hatphones Cap. The website doesn't explain much, but when I called Nike, I found out that inside the hat, there is a pocket for your Nano. There are headphone speakers inside (these can be removed before washing) that have a cord that connects to your Nano. The wires are all hidden in the hat, so you don't have to bother with dangling wires.

from runnersworld.com

Heading out the door for a winter run often means facing nasty conditions-rain, snow, sleet, bitter winds-that can turn a short jog into an unbearable slog. The best strategy for keeping warm and dry without overheating is to wear a base layer, a thermal layer, and (if necessary) an outer layer. This combination helps trap warm air next to your body, and as you heat up, the breathable materials and vented designs of these tops allow you to cool down without shedding clothes.

from ilounge.com

Quiksilver and Plantronics have announced a new line of Bluetooth-enabled snow apparel and accessories, which offer wireless stereo audio for mobile phones and iPods. The collection includes the Quiksilver Double Daffy Snow Jacket ($370; shown) and Quiksilver Pulse Helmet ($250) for men, and the Roxy Teen Angel Snow Jacket ($340) and Roxy Shiver Helmet ($250) for women. A compatible iPod Bluetooth adapter will also be required.

from walking.about.com

This comfy cap is a great way to listen to your iPod nano. You can slip an iPod nano into the built-in pocket in the cap and plug it into the earphones. Or you can extend the cord to any device worn where you wish. The sound quality is excellent, and you can adjust easily where the earphones are positioned over your ears.

from fitsugar.com

Now that the days are shorter many of us who work full time jobs have to run in the dark (before work or after). A great pant to have on hand (or leg) is the IllumiNITE Olympic Trac Pant ($39.99). These pants are so great because they have highly reflective parts that can been seen easily by motorists. They are also breathable, which is not always the case for reflective gear. Don't always run outdoors?

from walking.about.com

I was in a panic on Saturday morning when I still couldn't find my Sub4 DRYLYTE Extreme Cold Hat to pack with me for the Las Vegas Half Marathon. I gave up and packed along an earband to go over a regular hat. So, when I saw the Sub4 booth at the marathon Expo, I squealed and stampeded past several scrawny runners to see whether they had my favorite hat for sale.

From infinitylabs.com

Ever want your own personal mech? The Land Walker, a Wearable Robot Suit developed by Masaaki Nagumo stands more than 10 feet tall and is able to walk forward, backward, and sideways. The giant mech is controlled by four petals inside the cockpit. Instead of railguns and missles the Landwalker features two airguns that shoot spung bullets at your enemy. You can own one for $313,985, a bit pricey indeed, however showing up to your neighbors barbecue in a 10 foot robot is priceless.

From Outside

Switch Hitter
Not counting genetic mutants like ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes—who could probably jog a century in flip-flops—the rest of us need trail runners that can go from dirt to rock to road and do it gracefully. The Vasque Blur accomplishes that trick and then some. The hybrid gave us quick toe-offs whether we were running up Colorado's Longs Peak or racing across hardpack flats, and its stability smoothed out the rockiest descents. This Gear of the Year winner actually made average runners feel like they could run with Karnazes—at least for an hour or two.