By Paula
Harkin
Most of
us have had the great experience of wearing technical running and walking
apparel leaving cotton behind. Most of us know by now that the technical
fibers found in running and walking apparel wick, or remove, the water
or sweat away from our skin to keep us comfortable when we are fighting
the elements. Here are a few pieces to spice up your spring apparel
wardrobe that have proven to be multifunctional. These apparel pieces
are versatile enough for your active lifestyle and will allow you to
work out in a variety of venues including the gym, hiking, jogging,
yoga, even running errands. We all want to look good and feel great
while exercising and today’s walking and running apparel is so
comfortable and quick drying that you may find yourself in it all day
long.
Paula
Harkin is the founder of RunwithPaula Events, Inc. She and her husband
Dave are the owners of Portland Running & Walking Company. Check
out Paula’s events at www.runwithpaula.com.
WOMEN
Adidas
Response
Convertible Jacket
This lightweight jacket/vest combination is not only breathable
and water resistant but offers reflectivity, lockdown zippers, and
a vented back to keep your temperature just right. Best of all,
the sleeves easily zip off and store into a back zipper pocket for
easy accessibility. Great for keeping the wind and rain off of you
during your run, hike, or while watching a baseball game. Great
for anytime of year. $90. |
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Brooks
Electra Shell
Add a little color to your collection with this cute sleeveless
workout top. Who said workout clothes can’t be cute? Layer
it under the Energy Long Sleeve for perfect comfort and fit. $32. |
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Hind
Expertise Capri
Great with the Hind Oscillator Top. Capris are perfect for spring
weather and just right for kicking around town after your workout.
Quick drying, moisture wicking fabric makes these Capri-length pants
comfortable and fashionable. Perfect for Pilates or yoga. $45. |
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Hind
Oscillator Top
This cute and comfortable short sleeve top is perfect for spring
with side pockets and front half zip. This top is great for walking,
running, or yoga. Vented sides are great for reducing heat in just
the right places. This top is so cute you may even consider wearing
it around town with a pair of jeans. $38. |
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Brooks
Ripped Run Around
The perfect walking and hiking short. Lightweight, moisture wicking
fabric, without a brief. Side pockets with a 5” inseam make
it an all-time favorite. Great price. $28. |
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Brooks
Energy Long Sleeve
Touch and feel this long-sleeved shirt. You can’t look or
feel better than when you are wearing this favorite. Take this
long-sleeved shirt on the trails for a great layering piece. Easily
ties around your waist when you warm up and easy to put back on
when you cool down. Cute enough to wear on your next night out.
Great with the Ripped Run Around Short. $40. |
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Brooks
Energy Capri & Short
Oh yes, touch and feel this
fabulous fabric and you may never take them off. The Brooks Energy
Collection is versatile an comfortable.
With a side zip pocket and flattering cut, the Energy Capri will
soon be your “go-to” pant for almost any occasion. Yoga,
walking, running, stretching, or hiking, this will be a fast favorite.
The Brooks Energy Short is made of the same fabric, side zip pocket
and cut, only shorter. Great for everyday wear for all of your
activities. The Brooks Energy Short is begging you to take them
on a hike or even wear them over your swimsuit around the pool.
$45, $40 respectively. |
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MEN
Nike
Dry Fit Short
Is a great bottom for your Nike Dry Fit Long Sleeve Top. A basic
short, good for just about anything you plan to do this spring and
summer. Wear them to the gym, camping, hiking, and boating. You
can’t go wrong at $25. |
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Nike
Dry Fit Long
Sleeve-Half Zip Top
The name says it all. This top is made of technical fabric, has
a reflective half zip, long sleeves, and is great for layering,
warming up, or warming down. This is a basic for any active person
all year long. $65. |
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Adidas
3 Stripe Short-Sleeve Tee and Short
Feel the comfort of this Adidas lightweight, technical running top.
This crew neck short-sleeve top is the perfect spring piece great
with the 3 Stripe Baggy Shorts by Adidas. This classic combo will
keep you dry and comfortable taking you from the roads to the trails.
Tee $30; Short $29 |
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