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Pilayo® Braid Headband

$12.00

Three Strand Headband

$9.99-$14.00

Base Miles Headband

$19.00

Polartec® Power Stretch® Visor Beanie

$34.00

Polartec® Power Stretch® Headband

$19.00

Base Miles Beanie

$29.00

Reversible Training Beanie by SmartWool®

$25.00

Barrier Lite Run Cap by Pearl Izumi®

$25.00

Soft Kore Sunglasses by Kaenon®

$239.00

Commit® Sq Sunglasses by Oakley®

$150.00

Parallel Sunglasses by Smith Optics®

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Pivlock Sunglasses by Smith Optics®

$120.00-$139.00

Fitness Trainer Watch by Oregon Scientific

$99.00

Forerunner 110 Watch by Garmin International

$230.00

Sleek Mid Watch by Timex®

$65.00 Online Only

Shock Resistant 30-Lap Watch by Timex®

$60.00

M4 Watch by Suunto

$169.00

Ft4m Watch by Polar

$100.00

Micro-Light Flashing Reflective Arm Band™ by Amphipod®

$16.00

Base Miles Gloves

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Epic Gloves by Mountain Hardwear®

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Run Like A Mother Book by Andrews Mcmeel Publishing/ Simon & Schuster

You'll feel like you're chatting with a close friend when you read these ...

running gear for women - reviews

Great Book!
Buy this book! NOW!! If you RLAM, this book is for you! Dimity and SBS are witty and usually right on target with their musings of Running Like a Mother. After I read the 1st chapter I bought several more copies for all my running friends. Definitely a must for any mother that is trying to make time to be a runner too!

MUST HAVE
These women are terrific and in every woman/mama/runner's head. It's a great gift for a friend for Mother's Day, after a baby, for your "sole sisters" and for yourself!

The firm kick in the butt I needed.
I purchased this book on an impulsive 'I've worked out and now need to reward myself' trip to Athleta. Unfortunately, this was the first time I'd worked out in quite a while, due to lack of motivation and time. This book was devoured in less than 24 hours and re kick started my training plan, which had been limping along like a runner with blisters. And chafing. I am now signed up for 5 1/2 marathons, 1 full, 2 sprint tri's and several other ... races, all before the end of February. I'm getting up in the morning and chasing those dreams, because there's no room for excuses in this woman's life (other Mothers aren't making them why should I?). A huge thank you to SBS and Dimity for their inspiring book that shows you how to fit training in to a very busy life. And another huge thank you to all the ladies on the Another Mother Runner Facebook page for keeping the motivation alive through their words of wisdom, kind advice and encouragement. This book is exactly what you need to find (or re find) your place in the world of women runners. (ps I'm not a mother, so you don't need to be a parental unit to love it!)

Great Motivation!
My husband bought this for me right after we signed up for my first half marathon (he's been running for a few years, it's new to me!). Reading this has been so incredibly helpful. Being a mom, the challenges that I face when running are different than his (he doesn't need to worry about milk filled breasts during a ... example). It is so nice to have something to read that takes all the challenges that we face as moms into consideration. I've read a few running books since starting my training, but this is the one I come back to when I need an extra boost to get through a ... don't want to do or when a ... didn't go as well as I hoped.

great motivator!
this book helped me laugh through all the craziness that goes along with parenting & finding time to ... sarah & dimity are talented authors and completely genuine (as well as hilarious), and they seemed to have a special insight into what it takes to maintain a home, a marriage, a family, a 'real' life and pursue a running passion without alienating everyone along the way. i have given this book to multiple ... mommy friends, and all agree: this is the best book of it's kind (until their next book comes out)!!

... don''t walk to get this book!
This is the book that inspired me to ... wanting to get into working out again after my third child was born and I stumbled across this title. I purchased it and fell in love. It's a woman and mother's guide to ... - complete with suggestions on what to eat, what to wear, where to shop, what to listen to - encouraging tales from women who have "been there." I LOVE it.

One great mother of a book!
as a 'mother runner' I was amazed, amused and inspired with this great book. I had fallen off the ... wagon' after the birth of my first child, and these great women got me back into my shoes! A great gift (mother's day? Runner's day? Groundhog Day?)

great help learning to ... like a mother
After reading ... Like a Mother: How to Get Moving - and Not Lose Your Family, Job, or Sanity" by Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea, I feel like I know them personally. It's easy to understand why. They share their "soles" in this book (pardon the pun). From Sarah just laying it out there from the get go about her competitive streak (which in no way diminishes her likability but, more likely, enhances it as so many of us *cough* me *cough* have that same streak) to Dimity's almost nonchalance about PRs (personal records) and speed (although I guarantee her 6'4" frame ... much faster than my 5'3 3/4" frame). As a very new runner, I more than appreciated the tips from the authors and moms they interviewed for this book. I now know why I need a running skirt with spankies (Sarah's claim to modesty whilst peeing on the side of the road) and why my son's potty would be a good thing for me to pack in the van on race day (no porta potty for this mom!). My Christmas wish list will include things like a Garmin Forerunner for tracking all of my running data and a hydration system to wear around my waist (despite Dimity's warning of its nerdiness, I want one). Dimity's sharing about the close knit relationship with her running partner, Katherine, had me jonesing for a friend to pound the pavement with. Sarah's tip on how to keep the hubby happy with a different kind of cross training had me smiling (because of it's sheer truth). The only time I disagreed with either author in this book was in the post pregnancy chapter (3-6 month range). Dimity wrote tat you will possibly be "shimmying into your pre preggo jeans. You're like to have dropped at least 25 pounds by now." I may have wanted to cry a bit there because I (at 9 months post pregnancy) am just now fitting into those pre baby #2 jeans. But perhaps if I had been a runner prior to having one or both of my kids, that would be the case. Sarah's marathon chapter got me really revved for my own M day! The reasons listed resonated in my heart: proving my toughness, showing my kids what I can do, showing myself what I can do, losing weight, and on a lark (among others). I know 26.2 miles is not for everyone (and it's not for me today...but soon enough), but whether you are a newbie like me or a veteran like Dimity and Sarah; whether you are running at Boston today or just around the block, this book is for you. We women try to conquer so much and know it's such a delicate balance between work, kids, marriage. Too often "me" is forgotten. After reading this, I am more confident now that my Saturday long ... weekday long for-me ... not only a necessity for my training but a necessity for my well being.

$15.00

Run Less Run Faster by Macmillan

$17.00

Xinglet Reflective Vest by Amphipod®

There's nothing dorky about making sure cars see you when you're out for a run in low light, so get your 360º ...

running gear for women - reviews

It works
I ... 4 days out of 5 before work, so I'm out around 6:15 a.m. when it's quite dark. I wear lots of reflective clothes and I had a blinkie light on my chest, but I was still having to dodge too many cars. I ordered this vest and it's made a difference. Drivers notice me much earlier than before. They're moving over sooner and I've only had one close call ::knock on wood:: since and that driver was not paying attention as he turned off a side street onto the road I was ... down. No amount of blinkies and reflective gear make up for paying attention to cars and I make sure to get out of their way, but at the same time, I want to stand out and this vest has really helped. I adjusts nicely so that it's snug, but not too tight and it doesn't chafe. I think it's well worth the money.

works well
Recently ran a 200 mile relay race and was required to have reflective gear for night time ... vest was perfect- didn't ride up or twist and was very reflective on very dark roads. both men and women wore the vest and it adjusted well to all of our sizes.

Worth every cent - this is THE one to have!
I used to work in a ... store and we sold several reflective vests including this one. I PROMISE you this is the best one...it doesn't get in your way, you can adjust it and it is SUPER reflective from far away. Plus, it has the little pocket in front so you can put a key or gel... I see way more women ... dark clothing in the early morning or night (which is awesome in and of itself), but please wear one even if you feel you look dorky! Cars will go out of their WAY to go around you!

Every runner must have one
I am an early morning runner year round which means 7 months of the year I'm ... dark in the city. Light and reflective gear has always been important to me. This vest is so lightweight and highly adjustable that it's perfect! It certainly beats the traditional reflective vests on the market. I'm 5'8" and 130 lbs and within minutes I had the vest adjusted to ride just where I wanted it. It's also off and on in seconds. The only improvement would be a straight strap section in the front that I could clip a headlamp too. I'll work on that.

$25.00

Crush Bottle Carrier by Fuel Belt

$30.00

R20 Belt by Fuel Belt®

$42.00

Hydraform Handheld Pocket™ by Amphipod®

$20.00

Sprint Palm Holder by Fuel Belt

$12.00

Cushion Low Cut Solid Socks by Asics®

$10.00

Hera® Diva Socks by Asics®

$16.00 Online Only

Hydrology® Low Cut Socks by Asics®

$15.00 Online Only

Ironman® Velocity Pro 2 Socks by Wigwam

$11.00

Hera® Low Cut Socks by Asics®

Designed to accommodate a woman's foot, these anatomically-correct socks from Hera® feature a Lycra® spandex engineered knit ...

running gear for women - reviews

Great running sock
Have 3 pairs of these great sock thin but still slight cushion and good for warm climate like Florida

Great socks
I love these socks: they're low profile, they don't "ride around" on my feet or bunch up in my running shoes. I've been wearing these socks for a long time, and they wash and dry very well. Best, I never get blisters. Highly recommended as a running sock.

Favorite socks
Love these Hera socks for running, and just to wear around the house. First discovered them at my local running store, but glad to see them on Athleta so I don't have to make a special store trip to get more. They fit great (I have the medium socks, I wear 7.5 normal shoe but 8.5 in most running shoes). They don't stretch out and bunch up like all other socks I've had. They don't slide down my heel. They don't have uncomfortable stiching at the toes. They really are perfect. Thin socks to be comfortable in your shoes without added bulk. No blisters. I have had one or two of my pairs for about 2 years, and a couple other pairs for about one year. And they still fit/wear great after that long and that many washes. Only reason I'm getting more is that I am running more days a week, and need more pairs to make it through the laundry cycle (plus I'm completely abandoning all my other crummy running socks and replacing with these). Thank you to Athleta for carrying these!!

Preformance socks!
These socks rock! I love that they don't slide down when I'm running. They also wick sweat really well so you don't get blisters as bad. They also have padding on the front & back so your sneakers won't rub. Well worth the price!

Great socks!
My new favorite running socks! I like that they have designated which sock is for your left/right foot. I am a shoe size 7 or 7.5 and the size small in these socks is perfect.

Perfect running socks
These socks are perfect for running because they have just the right amount of resistance. Your foot will not slide in the shoe at all. And they are amazingly soft (not sure how long that will last, but it has lasted at least through a couple of washes.)

$10.00

Phd Outdoor Ultra Light Micro Socks by SmartWool®

$15.00

Ironman® Flash Pro Socks by Wigwam

$12.00

Compressrx Recovery Socks by Zoot

$65.00

Phd Graduated Compression Light Socks by SmartWool®

$38.00

Phd Running Light Micro Socks by SmartWool®

$14.00 Online Only

Wr 890 by New Balance®

$100.00

Xr Crossmax Neutral Cs W by Salomon®

$140.00

Xr Crossmax Guidance Cs W by Salomon®

$140.00

Speedcross 3w by Salomon®

$125.00

Gt-2160 by ASICS®

$100.00

Peak Ii W by Pearl Izumi

$115.00

Advantage Wr by Zoot®

$110.00

Wr860 Run Shoe by New Balance®

$100.00

Shock Resistant 30-Lap Liquid Watch by Timex®

$60.00

Disclosure Polarized Sunglasses by Oakley®

$180.00

Mile Markers by Macmillan

$18.00

Tie Dye Hair Bands by Natural Life

$5.00

Quick Grip Run Bottle by CamelBak® Products

$20.00

W770v2 by New Balance®

$90.00

Forsake™ Sunglasses by Oakley®

$130.00

Everyday 50-Lap Watch by Timex®

$60.00

The Extra Mile by Macmillan

$16.00

Kinesiology Therapeutic Tape by Kt Tape/ Lumos Inc.

$13.00

Reflective Run Beanie

$16.00

Pilayo® Zippy headband

$12.00

Tempo Run Cap

$22.00

Tempo Visor

$18.00

Reflective Arm Warmers

$39.00

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Athleta Running Gear for Women

Check out Athleta for a cool range of running gear for women. If you like to go for miles, you'll definitely love our versatile collection of womens running shoes. We also have moisture wicking socks in classic colors in our collection of women's running gear. Protect yourself from the sun with our mesh caps, visors and sunglasses. To accurately time your workouts, use our fitness watches. Hate it when your hair gets in the way? You can keep it in place with our womens headbands and head wraps. Our selection of running gear for women will complete your look and get you pumped to run day after day.

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