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Beginner’s guide to
running apparel

Posted January 5th, 2007 at 7:00 AM by Jenna Sumara

Section: Running & Training, Gear & Apparel, Apparel

You’ve heard that clothes make the man … or woman. Well, when it comes to running, clothes absolutely make the runner. But in the world of running, the emphasis isn’t on being a fashion plate (despite what that Paris Hilton look-a-like at the gym thinks). The emphasis is instead on functionality. This may seem a daunting task to a new runner, but not to worry - TFS has prepared this simple, beginner’s guide to help you make the right choices.
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TFS’s Winter 2006
Apparel Guide (Part II)

Posted December 18th, 2006 at 2:00 PM by Carolyn Hershler

Section: Gear & Apparel, Apparel, Training Tips, Health & Fitness, Injury & Rehab

Now that you’ve read Part I of TFS’s Winter 2006 Apparel Guide, it’s time to learn how to protect your upper body and create an outer-layer of protection.

The optimal upper-body base layer provides breathable protection against the cold, but is also light enough to fit under a potential outer-layer apparel.
One option, for both men and women, is Underarmour’s close-fitting and moisture-wicking “Cold Gear Long Sleeve Top” (Another of our Editor’s favorites - especially the mock-turtleneck). The “Cold Gear” product line is a solid choice to help you stay both warm and dry. Under Armour’s “Cold Gear” tights and compression shorts are also very effective products.

Now that the base layer has been covered (which could be sufficient in milder, winter weather), you need to focus on outerwear.
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TFS’s Winter 2006
Apparel Guide (Part I)

Posted December 18th, 2006 at 12:00 PM by Carolyn Hershler

Section: Running & Training, Injury & Rehab, Gear & Apparel, Apparel, Training Tips, Health & Fitness, Injury & Rehab

The mere thought of facing brutally low temperatures, face-burning winds, rain, sleet, snow, and ice is probably enough to make most people decide against that winter run in favor of some eggnog in front of the fireplace.

However, winter running can be invigorating and really enjoyable as long as you use common sense and are properly suited with the right cold-weather running apparel.

While comfort is always a concern, you need to keep the focus on staying warm and protected from the elements. When the body is subjected to extremely low temperatures it loses heat quickly. Therefore, unprepared runners leave themselves at risk and vulnerable to hypothermia, windburn, frostbite and a winter full of injuries.
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