On April 25, the streets of London will close so thousands can take
part in the Virgin London Marathon. Polaroid running sunglasses are essential kit for both blocking glare and UV protection. In fact, The April issue of Running Free Magazine features one of our best sellers, Mercury. But what else will those dedicated runners be wearing? Have a look at our top picks.
The best tops
The Skins sport long sleeve tops provide gentle compression to improve circulation and support muscles in your chest, back and arms. The compression helps with your posture – which can make a difference to your breathing. Skins tops can also relieve Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) when worn after exercise. They’re for men and women.
The top bottoms
When it comes to bottoms, Adidas has done their research. And they’ve enlisted Stella McCartney to give some of their designs a definite edge. The Run Performance Stella Print Tights look amazing and are made with CLIMALITE ® fabric that sweeps the sweat away from your skin. Expect a snug fit. For men, the Supernova Glide Long Tights just might be the answer. They combine CLIMACOOL® ventilation, FORMOTION™ muscle support, and even a media player pocket. You really can’t loose.
Top shoes
Ask any runner, and they’ll tell you about the love affair they have with their shoes, or tell you all about a pair that weren’t even worthy of the bin. For women, Asics is definitely the brand to beat. The Gel Kayano 16 is ideal for the mild over-pronater – which so many of us are. There’s a lot of detailed technical information about improving the efficiency of your gait. And that’s important. But what I notice is the gel keeps your foot cool and completely supported. Also, the lacings never irritate and the shoes are incredibly light. For men, Nike has brought out a shoe that combines the good things about barefoot training with the support and protection of a lightweight shoe. The Free Run + could be the future of running.
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