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Gear Up!

Be inspired to keep up your New Year's resolution by working up a sweat in bold gym-wear.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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Bold Moves

These bright colored kicks are a mere 9.7-ounce for a faster and more fashionable flight.

“Gel-Noosa Tri” running sneakers, Asics, $130, asicsamerica.com.

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Party Pants

Printed tights, H&M, $25, hm.com.

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Highlight

This flashy fit offers high visibility at night and a lightweight but super technical shell.

Softshell jacket, Athleta, $110, athleta.com.

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Silky Style

Cropped silk-georgette tank, T By Alexander Wang, $60, theoutnet.com.

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Hold Tight

A cool patterned top, but most importantly it keeps it all together.

Racerback sports bra, H&M, $10, hm.com.

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Hot Pants

Capri leggings, Asics, $50, asicsamerica.com.

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Go Shorty!

These short shorts are more than just cute. With its compression fit and sweat-wicking fabric, it’s the perfect marriage of fashion and function.

Striped shorts, NIKE Pro, $30, nike.com.

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Puffed Up

This sleek style works double time, protecting against the rain and the sun’s harmful UV rays.

Puffer front jacket, C9 by Champion, $35, target.com.

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Runners High

Running knee tights, C9 by Champion, $20, target.com.

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Get Lifted

If you’re a busty babe, this style has got you covered with its molded cups for maximum support without the compression.

Ultimate underwire sports bra, Panache, $68, nordstrom.com.

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Bright Young Thing

Three-quarter tights, Adidas By Stella McCartney, $90, adidas.com.

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Foot Loose

These barely-there comfy ballet-style shoes are practically weightless with a shape that forms precisely to your foot.

Training shoe, NIKE, $100, nike.com.

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