FITNESS Gear Guide: The Best Running Gear

Karen Pearson

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By Lisa Jhung and Julia Savacool

Battle to the finish line with our head-to-toe top picks for performance running gear.

Stride Right: The Best Running Shoes

There are as many shoes as there are types of runners, but when it comes to comfort, technology, and performance, it's hard to beat the Asics Gel-Kinsei 3. This shoe sports dual-density foam around the heel collar, a plush upper, and offset lacing to reduce pressure on top. Ah, comfort. ($180, asics.com for stores)

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katiecolleton wrote:

I really like the Gel-Kensei, but I've heard a lot about the Reebok Zig products too. I wonder if the sole really helps or if it's just a gimic? I was thinking of buying these ones since there's a coupon on the myShoes ATHLETIC site http://myshoes.com/womens-athletic/running-shoes/running/reebok/zig-blaze/white/blue

2/2/2011 06:22:01 PM Report Abuse

poohbearangel14 wrote:

This helps

7/6/2010 10:18:17 AM Report Abuse