Camelbak Podium Chill Water Bottle

www.camelbak.com
Camelbak has created a double-wall insulated water bottle that keeps water cold twice as long as regular bottles—and it actually works! I purchased the Podium Chill to go in my hydration belt for my training runs. The bottle has a self-sealing Jet Valve top that does not spill or leak, even if you leave the valve open while you are jogging or biking. With my traditional water bottles I felt like I was wasting energy trying to get the top to open, but the Podium Chill bottle is easy to squeeze and is perfect for squirting water directly in your mouth as you are bumping along. The bottle is BP0-free and has a spout locking mechanism that works great keep a full water from leaking. My only negative is that I don’t feel okay just throwing this water bottle in the dishwasher, but it is rather easy to clean with the wide top. These bottles are typically twice what you would pay for a regular water bottle, but I finally talked myself into it and the Podium Chill has definitely become my go-to water bottle.
-Jennifer Seabolt

$12

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Swiftwick Performance Armwarmer Sleeves

www.swiftwick.com
Running in the city always seem colder to me than anywhere else…I always think it is because the wind funnels through the buildings, but finally after trying out the Swiftwick performance sleeve I was able to run outside in the blustery cold and not feel miserable. I pulled the sleeves on under my long sleeve and not only did the compression sleeves help me regulate my temperature, but it wicked away the sweat, which is a must when running in the cold. When I got back to the gym after my run and pulled the sleeves off I felt like I did not even need a shower! The bicep cuff and double cuff at the wrist were not tight on my arm and the design does not restrict any movement or even bunch. I did not even notice that I had the sleeves on once I hit my stride.
-Jennifer Seabolt

$25

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Salomon Whisper II Tank

www.salomon.com/us
Running in the summer in the ‘burbs of Washington, DC: Swampy, humid, and masochistically hot, as I found out. And the Whisper II Tank offered kind solace. Its relaxed fit makes it the perfect tank top for running. After pounding the steaming pavement for two hours, the shirt’s lightweight, wicking properties left me feeling as if I didn’t even need a shower. That’s downright miraculous. It’s also great for as any other sort of hotter-weather activity, from yoga in the park to biking to work. It runs long so there is never a worry about showing any midriff as you workout or stretch, and the slightly gathered design on the left side makes the tank top super cute while you exercising or just wearing “comfy” clothes running errands. You may end up wanting to wear it everywhere, every day. My advice? Get a few.
–Jennifer Seabolt

$42

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Salomon Trail III Short Tights

www.salomon.com/us/; 4.3 ounces
As a woman, trying to find a pair of workout shorts can be a big task. We have to ask ourselves if our legs will rub, will the shorts ride up, will you have to keep re-tying them at the waist, will the seams itch…and (even though we don’t always admit it) do they make me look good? Well, I’m happy to report that the search is over. Salomon’s Trail III Short Tight molds to your form and does not move up, down, left, or right as you take on a half marathon or some other physical activity. The zipped pocket on the back is perfect for your ID or if you want to stash some energy gels for the long trek. And thankfully the breathable material does not leave you with that unforgivable swamp-tush feeling. Whether your outside activity takes you on the dusty trail or up the paved roads, these shorts give you one less thing to think about, which is good when you’re running more miles than you ever thought you could.
–Jennifer Seabolt
Sizes XS-XL; 6-inch inseam.

$47

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