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Ankle weights are best used as part of a strength training workout. The question of whether to wear ankle weights while running remains controversial, but most trainers don’t recommend it. Some exercisers think that running with hand weights or ankle weights is a good way to make a workout tougher and burn more calories, but [...]

If you have high arches, you probably know it. Your wet footprint shows only a thin mark along the outer edge of your foot between your heel and your toes. The feet of runners with high arches are likely to roll to the outside, or underpronate, when they run.
The best men’s running shoes and best [...]

Finding the right women’s running tights isn’t always easy. But there are many options, and the best running apparel is what works for you.
When shopping for women’s running tights, keep these tips in mind:

Think temperature. What’s the winter weather like where you live? Some types of women’s running tights are made of a moisture-wicking Lycra [...]

Active parents who want to take their kids along for the run or bike ride have an increasing array of options.
Some features to consider when choosing a child carrier include:

Number of kids. Do you want a single jogging stroller or bike trailer, or one with room for two?

Wheel type. Most running strollers and bike trailers [...]

If you have flat feet with low arches, your feet probably tend to roll to the inside, or overpronate, when you run. How can you determine your foot shape? If your wet footprint on the floor shows almost the entire bottom of your foot, you have flat feet.
The best women’s running shoes and the best [...]

The right running pants make the difference between embracing winter running and confining yourself to the treadmill until spring. Fortunately, there are many options for men’s running apparel. You can find running pants that suit any style and weather condition to help keep you comfortable and motivated year-round.

Running pants. Running pants such as the Asics [...]

Sliding an arch support inside your running shoes can make the difference between comfortable running and chronic pain. If you don’t have adequate arch support, you may be more likely to develop any of a range of running injuries, from runner’s knee to plantar fasciitis.
The type of arch your foot has helps determine which type [...]

If your arches are average, your feet don’t roll too far in (underpronate) or out (overpronate) when you run. That means you can choose from a variety of types of running shoes. Some runners with normal arches prefer a shoe with more cushioning; others prefer a shoe with more motion control and stability.
Asics running shoes [...]

Once upon a time, runners worked out in cotton t-shirts and bulky sweatpants. But no more! Moisture-wicking fabrics have revolutionized activewear clothing, and runners are among the many athletes to reap the benefits. The best running apparel is made from a moisture-wicking fabric that moves the sweat away from your skin to keep you cooler [...]

If you are running for more than an hour, it’s important to have some water or a sports drink, even during the winter. A hydration belt is the easiest way for runners to take their water with them, and there are several options for hydration belts. Keep these points in mind when choosing yours:

Single bottle: [...]