42 Essentials for Runners

From Luminous Track Jackets to Mileage Tracking Apps

— October 22, 2011 — Lifestyle
Running isn't for everyone, but if you are someone who avidly pounds the pavement, then you will love this list of training essentials for runners.

Keen joggers know that effective running involves more than just good footwear. Everything from the earbuds you put in your ears to your sweat-wicking apparel and water canteen are absolutely crucial to consider if you participate in running on a regular basis. As the fall and winter weather turns its ugly head and the days become shorter, it is especially important to take precautions to ensure you can be seen in the dark.

Thanks to technology, today's essentials for runners are more innovative than ever before. In this list you will find everything you need for a great run, whether it's offbeat toe shoes, an air-conditioning collar or a running app to not only track your time and distance but also share it with your runner friends.
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Marathon Training Apps
Marathon Training Apps
The 'Couch to 5K' App Puts a Personal Trainer in Your iPod
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40
Customizable Running Kicks
Customizable Running Kicks
The New Balance US574 is Consumer-Designed from the Ground Up
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39
Calorie-Counting Gadgets
Calorie-Counting Gadgets
The Calorism Smart is a Super Pedometer to Help Monitor Your Exercise
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38
GPS Training Timepieces
GPS Training Timepieces
The Garmin Forerunner 610 is for Serious Runners
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37
Long-Lasting Runners
Long-Lasting Runners
The PT-1000 Running Shoe by UK Gear is Guaranteed to Last for 1,000 Miles.
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36
Strap-On Canteen Pouches
Strap-On Canteen Pouches
Bag on Bottle Conveniently Carries Essentials for Joggers
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35
Mileage Tracking Shoes
Mileage Tracking Shoes
Michael Robinson's Nike 26 Lets Everyone Know How Far You Can Go
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34
Triathlete Training Watches
Triathlete Training Watches
The Garmin Forerunner 910XT is Designed for Multisport Training
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33
Sporty Crimson Timepieces
Sporty Crimson Timepieces
The VEA Sportive Mobile Watch for High-Class Runners
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32
Mileage Tracking Apps
Mileage Tracking Apps
The Nike+ GPS App Tracks Challenges You to Run Farther and Longer
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31
Digital Jogging Devices
Digital Jogging Devices
The V.relay Encourages Virtual Athletic Teamwork
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30
Comfy Moldable Earbuds
Comfy Moldable Earbuds
These Nixon Socket Headphones are Soft and Stylish
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29
Radically Resilient Windbreakers
Radically Resilient Windbreakers
The Nike Sportswear Windrunner is Sturdy and Stylish
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Rewards-Based Fitness Apps
Rewards-Based Fitness Apps
Nexercise Motivates You to Work Out With Medals & Merchandise
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27
Stylish Jogging Braces
Stylish Jogging Braces
The Opedix Knee Support System Protects Against Runner's Knee
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26
Sweatband Earbuds
Sweatband Earbuds
The RunPhones Headphones Keep the Music Playing during Activities
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25
Revolutionary Running Apps
Revolutionary Running Apps
The Rhythm Runner App is an Awesome Way to Stay Fit
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24
Smartphone Exercise Devices
Smartphone Exercise Devices
Wahoo Fitness Tracks Your Outdoor Health Regimen
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23
Luminous Track Jackets
Luminous Track Jackets
Run and Glow with the Nike Vapor Flash
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22
Upscale Jogging Pants
Upscale Jogging Pants
Bird by Juicy Couture Enhances the Legging and Sweatpants Look
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21
Hi-Tech Jogging Gear
Hi-Tech Jogging Gear
Nike LIVESTRONG 2011 Collection Offers High Performance for Runners
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20
Kenyan Running Apparel
Kenyan Running Apparel
Kourage Athletics Supports Livelihoods Through Job Creation
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19
MP3 Jogging Accessories
MP3 Jogging Accessories
Exercise with the CrazyonDigital iPod Nano Armband
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18
Wicked Webbed Runners
Wicked Webbed Runners
Nike Lunarspider LT+ 2 Combines Slick Designs with High Performance
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17
Sports-Friendly Earbuds
Sports-Friendly Earbuds
The Polk UltraFit3000 Headphones are Ideal for the Avid Athlete
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16
Midnight Jogging Gear
Midnight Jogging Gear
Nike Running Holiday 'Dark' Collection Enhances Visibility for Runners
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15
Luxurious Automotive Sportswear
Luxurious Automotive Sportswear
Porsche Design Winter Training Pack Gets You Geared Up for Winter
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14
Jogger Cleansing Stations
Jogger Cleansing Stations
The My Lane Mobile Shower Lets You Rinse After a Lunchtime Run
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Skin-Like Sneakers
Skin-Like Sneakers
The Evoskin Silicone Shoe by Inov-8 is Akin to Running Barefoot
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12
Cushy Lightweight Kicks
Cushy Lightweight Kicks
The Reebok RealFlex Running Shoes Support Your Every Move
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11
Luminous Reptile Runners
Luminous Reptile Runners
Slither Your Feet into the 'atmos x adidas' Originals ZX8000
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10
Lightweight Tangerine Trainers
Lightweight Tangerine Trainers
The Adidas Running Adizero Feather is for Serious Runners
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9
Joggers' Dream Canteens
Joggers' Dream Canteens
The Contigo Sports Bottle Holds Your Keys and Cash for a Coffee
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8
Wearable Fitness Coaches
Wearable Fitness Coaches
Nike+ 2008 (UPDATE)
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7
DIY Sprinter Shoes
DIY Sprinter Shoes
Nicolas Couch's 'Transition' Lets You Build Your Own Athletic Shoe
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6
Bulletproof Running Shoes
Bulletproof Running Shoes
The Hermes X Cross Trainer is Made Out of Kevlar
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5
Offbeat Toe Shoes
Offbeat Toe Shoes
The Globe Sneaker Boasts Improved Circulation, Hygiene and Dexterity
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4
Running Skirts
Running Skirts
Feminine Fitness Wear
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3
Air-Conditioning Collars
Air-Conditioning Collars
The CoolWare Personal Cooling System is Perfect for Summer Runners
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2
Super Grip Eyewear
Super Grip Eyewear
Parasite Glasses Turn Heads When Attached to Yours
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1
Lunar Running Shoes
Lunar Running Shoes
The Nike Zvezdochka by Marc Newson is Inspired by Space
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