5,805 Views - Click for Gallery The New York Marathon has attracted quite the crowd this year, from athletes to celebrities like Ryan Reynolds and Howard Stern’s wife, Beth Ostrosky. The event actually attracts quite the VIP following, from spectators to runners; last year, Katie Holmes also took part running in the New York Marathon… this year there was also a fake Borat, as spotted by Perez Hilton! The 2008 NYC Marathon was won by Paula Radcliffe, her third win in the competition, an an incredible feat just months after participating in the Beijing Olympics. The slideshow below highlights some of the top running gear for New York Marathon participants, from self-cooling jackets to fitness shoes and GPS pedometers. My NYC Marathon must-have? Ryan Reynolds as my running buddy (sorry Scarlett!) Via: nycmarathon.org

Pimped-Out Pedometers (GALLERY)

Putting Shine in Each Step

Tanita Japan will soon debut the bejeweled FB-720-ZT line of pedometers for women who want to put a little more shine in their step. The FB-720-ZT has a three-dimensional sensor and a seven-day memory…
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Calculating Money Saved by Walking

The Taxi Walker Pedometer

The Taxi Walker Pedometer is a Japanese invention that combines the calorie and distance measurements of a regular pedometer, but integrates a meter displaying the monetary savings that would have been…
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Power Eco Strollers (VIDEO)

4Moms Origami Automatic Folding Stroller

The new 4Moms Automatic Stroller goes by the name “Origami” for it boasts powered folding and unfolding. That’s really handy for parents who are already juggling a ton of supplies plus the baby! A small…
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Fleeing as Advertising

Romanian International Marathon Ads

These new ads for the Romanian International Marathon show you that you don’t always have to run a marathon for a good cause, you can also run it to escape and get a way from your crazy life. What kind…

Fitness-Focused Charities (VIDEO)

One World Running

Running is one of the most basic athletic activities to take up: it doesn't require expensive equipment like hockey, baseball or tennis, but the price of a good pair of running shoes often inhibits less…
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Collectable Olympic Sneakers (GALLERY)

The 'Beijing' Collection by Nike

Nike has launched a Beijing Collection, which includes a collectible set of sneakers that honors this year’s Olympics. Each of these sneakers were inspired by something in Beijing, like the Beijing…
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Beijing Olympic Sponsorship Ads

Adidas "Impossible is Nothing" Runner

As part of their Beijing Olympics 2008 official sponsorship, Adidas has released several advertisements to supplement their highly popular "Impossible is Nothing" campaign. The latest Olympic-themed…
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Olympic Inpsired Shoes

Nike Clark Kents Bejing 2008 Sneakers

Pre-Olympic fever delivered a whole range of fashion. Now that the Olympics have started, will designers be influenced by what they see in Beijing? I say yes. The Olympic Opening Ceremony was sure to have…

Race Against a Million Others (VIDEO)

Nike+ Human Race (With Free Apple Music)

On August 31, Nike and Apple will be hosting one of the world’s largest one-day running events, The Nike+ Human Race 10K, where 1 million+ runners will don their iPods to race in 25+ locations around…

Fashion Shows in Olympic Stadiums (GALLERY)

Flojo Tribute Fashion Show

To show her fascination with the 1988 Olympic running champion Florence 'Flojo' Griffith-Joyner, Joline Jolink brought her Spring/Summer 2009 Collection to the Amsterdam Olympic Stadium. Jolink chose…

Clothes That Sense Muscle Movements

The ConText Project

Serious athletes who wish to improve their game have to learn how to better coordinate their movements. Previously they had to endure cumbersome electrodes stuck to their skin. This made it tricky to move…

Compose Music by Jogging (GALLERY)

Toshiba Sportio Fitness Phone

Toshiba is targeting the health-conscious with its W62T Sportio mobile phone. The handset features an integrated acceleration sensor and GPS that enable it to keep track of how many steps you take, and…

Weightloss Shoes (VIDEO)

Chung Shi Footwear

Chung Shi is the maker of an innovative new footwear promising to aid in weight loss. The fitness shoes have a built-in "Pilates System," and promise to stimulate and build new muscles, thereby boosting…

Slimming Fitness Sandals (GALLERY)

FitFlops

Just in time for summer, here's a sandal that helps you tone up your gams. FitFlop recreates the feeling of walking barefoot in the sand, working the calf, hamstring, thigh and gluteus muscles. The multi-density…

Performance-Enhancing Olympic Gear II

Nike PreCool Vest

Nike has unveiled the PreCool Vest, developed specially for the Bejing 2008 Olympics. The vest promises improved performance by cooling the athletes' muscles before they compete. Studies show that muscles…

Wi-Fi Sneakers (GALLERY)

A Step in the Right Direction

I thought the Wi-Fi Detector T-shirt we featured was truly awesome, albeit so geeky, no one with a hint of fashion savvy would dare wear the digital display. These sneakers, on the other hand, aren't as…

Wearable Fitness Coaches (GALLERY)

Nike+ 2008 (UPDATE)

Nike is releasing the next version of the Nike+ Sportband, their high tech training assist tool. The Nike+ Sportband has a removable USB which can be directly plugged into your computer allowing you to…

Co-Branded MP3 Basketball Sneakers

Zune Reebok Answer XI

Reebok and Microsoft Zune have collaborated to create a limited edition sneaker and Zune MP3 player featuring Denver Nuggets superstar shooting guard Allen Iverson. An etching of the superstar will appear…

Movie Spoofs for Commercials 2 (VIDEO)

Nike Runner vs Jason

When you saw Friday the 13th, were you thinking, "Run faster woman, come on!" Well, Nike thinks she would have been able to escape Jason if she'd been wearing a pair of Nike trainers. The TV spot above…

Fitness Phones (GALLERY)

The Samsung FIT for Fitness Buffs

Samsung created a phone for the fitness buff called the FIT. This cellphone comes outfitted with a tracking devise for your heartbeat. But that is just the beginning. The FIT offers a computerized trainer…

Tech Fashion

NuMetrix Bra Measures Vital Signs

Are your workouts doing what they should to keep your heart rate in the target zone? How about a bra full of wires to check you out on a constant basis? The NuMetrex sports bra will read all your important…

Controversial Support Bra Ad (GALLERY)

Running Free

This is a controversial ad campaign that has sparked much debate. It’s an ad for Running Free support bras. It needs to be noted that they were not actually created by Running Free. DDB had pitched the…

Retro Runner Replica

Nike Air Max 1 Returns

Nikes are now retro! The first Air Max Nike shoe was sold twenty years ago. Nike is celebrating by offering a retro replica of the Nike Air Max 1. Gray and teal trainer has all the details of the original.…

Shock Absorbing Underwear (GALLERY)

Customizable Sports Bra

Whether they're big or small, massive knockers or mosquito bites, every woman knows their breasts can get in the way of a good workout, which is why women of all sizes can rejoice the invention of the…

Wireless Timepiece For Athletes

Nike+ Amp Watch Monitors Runs

This new Amp+ Sport Remote Control has just made its first appearance at Nike's online store. The remote control can be used with Nike+ shoes, allowing you to wirelessly track and monitor your runs and…

First Reverse Marathon (VIDEO)

Flashmob Freak

The First Reverse Marathon in history took place at Parque Centenario in Buenos Aires earlier this month. In order to effectively run in reverse, some athletes managed to fit improvised rear-view mirrors…

$24,000 Sneakers

Pure Gold Sport Shoes

This pair of pure gold shoes was presented at a press briefing for the 2007 Shanghai Golden Grand Prixat. The $24,000 shoes were made to honor the events record breaker. The footwear is 26 cm in length…

Ropeless Jump Rope (VIDEO)

JumpSnap Counts Calories

This invention is the first computerized ropeless jump rope. Great for those with low ceilings, the JumpSnap electronically tallies calories burned and number of jumps based on your age, weight,and height.…

Gmaps Pedometer

Let Google Track Your Run

Check out this new way to keep track of your runs. Called Gmaps-pedometer, made by google. You can now go for a run into the wilderness and accurately find out exactly how far it was, as well as finding…

Nike + iPod Sport Kit

Track Your Performance while you Groove

Match made in heaven? Nike and Ipod have teamed up to offer the Nike+iPod Sport Kit, which offers the ultimate workout and training session. Online software, allows you to keep track of your running performance…

Nike Donates $500,000 Field Made of Recycled Running Shoes

Nike has created a $500,000 track made entirely from recycled running shoes. The facility features a basketball court and running track. "We've discussed everything from soccer fields to Lord knows what.…

Nike and Bausch & Lomb's MaxSight: Performance-Enhancing Contact Lenses

Nike and Bausch & Lomb have teamed up to bring you the ultimate racquet sport weapon--a contact lens that filters out blue light to reduce glare and improve the visibility of moving targets. What is…

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