With the holidays comes plenty of baking, shopping, family, merry-making and,
unfortunately, all the extra pounds you pack on during the festivities one canapé at
a time. But all is not lost—it's a new year. Shave off your extra pounds of
holiday love with a little help from your friends at SheFinds. Hit up the pool,
your favorite yoga studio, or outdoor tracks, and get cracking on a great, new
you for 2008. We've got your gear covered—the stamina is up to you.
Love,
SheFinds
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.: Yoga :.
Even Keel's Glam
Guru Pant
For those of you who want to detox your way to a healthier
body through a series of vinyasa flows and downward-facing dogs,
we recommend an exciting new company for clothing: Even
Keel.
Even Keel's Glam
Guru Pant are the most unique yoga pants we've
seen to date. Their pleating not only hides unwanted curves but
also makes for a look that works well outside the studio.
For
a steady standby in all things yoga, go Gaiam. Their standard
Yoga
Pant and Cami Bra Top offer the ultimate in comfort for
the yoga studio.
And, for a more affordable and versatile approach,
try out Champion's amazing Powerlite
Seamless Empire Tech Tank.
Not only will its cut hide your burgeoning belly, but it's
honestly one of the most versatile and comfortable tanks we've
ever tried. In anything from yoga to a gentle run, you'll look
great.
But
what's yoga without a little humor? Check out Plank
Designs'
hilarious series of mats that read "Bling," "Chocolate," and "Me." Because,
let's face it—some of us are in it for the workout, and not the
spiritual transcendence.
.: Footwear :.
Asics Gel Nimbus 9
Recommending running shoes is seriously tricky business, especially
online. The problem is few-fold: Firstly, every woman's foot
and running style was not created equal. Secondly, every model
of shoe is not consistent from year to year. To combat this problem,
we consulted New York's Jack
Rabbit Sports for advice, and here
is what owner Lee Silverman told us.
The first step is finding
a good sock. We recommend the anti-bacterial, supreme wicking
power of Eurosock,
which offers separate models for running and cycling.
Jack Rabbit also gives their seal of approval to South African
sock-makers Balega.
The wicking technology in these socks moves moisture up to
the ankle, where it can be evaporated and annihilated as a
blister-making threat to your precious feet.
Next, get thee to a store
and have a gait analysis done (where you run in front of a camera).
From there, you will find out which of three types of shoes suit
you: Netural, Stability, or Motion Control. "Many
people buy shoes online," added Silverman. "But you
really have to be careful. Not only because you can end up hurting
your joints, but also because manufacturers are terrible about
communicating the compatibilities between you and your shoe,
not to mention that each model can change from year to year."
So, while we can't recommend shoes you should buy (as SheFinds
would never want to be responsible for injured joints and tendons)
we can make a recommendation for each type of shoe.
.:Neutral (low-support for those
of us with strong feet and ankles):
:.Asics
Gel Nimbus 9. Be careful; however, because last
year's model was much more in the "Stability" camp
than its predecessor. This year at least marks the first
that the model comes in palatable color schemes. Find them
@ Famous
Footwear & Zappos.com & Paragon
Sports
.:Stability (a little more support, often with
white, filled arches in the shoes):
:.Saucony
Pro Grid Paramount. An interesting hybrid
between Neutral and Stability, the shoe also offers a technology
that keeps your foot temperature stable. That means cozy
feet in winter and dry feet in summer.
.:Motion Control (for
those of us who overpronate and are need of the most technology):
:. Brooks reigns in the motion control shoe, and their Trance
7 is no exception. Generally speaking, this breed
of shoe has a heavily built up sole that reduces pronation
(an over-rotation of the foot that leads to knock-knees).
.: Outerwear :.
Craft Pro Zero Extreme Baselayer Top & Bottom
What better a place to battle your bulge (by foot or by cycle)
than in the great outdoors? Thanks to global warming, you're
going to need a little protection no matter where you live in
the country, so plan your base, mid-, and outer-layers accordingly.
The king of the base layer is Craft's
Pro Baselayer. Described
by the pros as "feeling like a hug," its long cut,
high neck, and ribbed fabric makes for a flattering fit that
balances utility and fashion to perfection. If you need more
warmth, mid-layers provide added insulation and wicking.
Check
out Sugoi's
Speedster, which not only includes thumb holes to
keep your sleeves in place, but also features an opening for
your pony tail. Another great mid-layer is Cloudveil's
Run Don't Walk Hoodie.
For those of you facing tougher
conditions, opt for Brooks
Element Jacket, replete with silver lining (sliver
is both anti-bacterial and conducts heat efficiently), a
breathable, water-resistant lining, and an iPod hookup. For
everybody else, go Gore-Tex.
The patented fabric is also a line of stellar outergear that
will keep you dry
As for your legs, plan according to the weather and sport. Cyclists should stick to snugger fits--absolutely no flare in the ankle.
Runners can sport a bit of a bootcut, but make sure you don't
trip over your own pant legs.
Shop our Guide to
the Best Sports Bras
A great workout begins with finding the perfect sports
bra. It's essential,
no matter how high or low-impact your workout is. What makes a good sports
bra? The best ones are comfortable,
made with top-of-the-line moisture-wicking materials, and most importantly,
offer unsurpassed support to minimize bouncing.
Which are the best? Between SheFinds editors sweating it out for hours
on end and SheFinds readers submitting their favorites, we've found the bras with
the most rave reviews like Shock
Absorber, Moving
Comfort, and several more.
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