1. Technical Equipment for Lifting & Running By: Samantha Farina

2. Worth the Expense  Running & other fitness- related activities can be much more successful & fun when certain technical equipment is added!  It’s easier to track progress, mileage, training, & incorporate different styles of training by using this type of equipment.

3. Garmin Forerunner  Garmin watches are extremely beneficial for endurance athletes.  They can assess:  Pace  Distance/mileage  Time  Mile splits  Heart rate  Map/course

4. Different Types:  These watches range in price due to the range in technology.  A more simple watch with just a GPS location will be less expensive than a watch that has all the possible assessments.

5. Cost & Availability  Cost:  Forerunner 10 - $129  Forerunner 210 - $199  Forerunner 310XT - $250  Forerunner 620 - $400+ Availability: In-stores or online -  www.garmin.com/en-US www.garmin.com/en-US  www.amazon.com www.amazon.com  www.DicksSportingGoods.c om www.DicksSportingGoods.c om www.DicksSportingGoods.c om

6. Running Shoes  The type of shoe you wear while running can say a lot about your physical fitness. It’s important to have a shoe that will help you succeed and prevent injury.

7. Different Types:  Some people need more arch support, where others prefer a more neutral feel.  Getting a shoe that is comfortable, while also safe is a MUST.  Different brands typically have an array of different styles.

8. Cost & Availability  Cost:  Nike Free 3.0 - $85-140  Asics GT-2000 - $120  Saucony Kinvara 5 - $100  New Balance 0 - $110 Availability: In-store or online –  Dick’s Sporting Goods  Modell’s  www.newbalance.com www.newbalance.com

9. Weightlifting Shoes  These shoes give a natural heel lift, so that proper form can be maintained while performing a lift.  It allows you to push off more from your heels versus your toes.

10. Cost & Availability  Cost:  AdiPower Rogue- $139  Inov-8 Fast Lift - $150  Reebok CF Lifter - $130  Nike Romaleos2 - $200 Availability: In-store or online  Dick’s Sporting Goods  www.roguefitness.com www.roguefitness.com  www.eastbay.com www.eastbay.com

11. Lifting Straps  This product will help stabilize the wrist, while supporting your grip strength during heavy lifts.  They help maintain a grip and allow you to lift heavier during exercises like; deadlifts or rows.

12. Cost & Availability  Cost:  Rogue Leather - $17  Versa Gripps FIT - $55  Versa Gripps Classic - $43  Harbinger Cotton - $6 Availability: In-stores or online  www.bodybuilding.com www.bodybuilding.com  www.versagripps.com www.versagripps.com  Modells Sporting Goods

13. Power Tower  This piece of equipment will support progress of strength training and endurance training.  It’s a full-body machine that allows you to use your body- weight, or the addition of extra weight.

14. Cost & Avaiability  Cost:  Gold’s Gym PT - $120  Titan Fitness PT1690 - $90  Inspire PT - $450  Powerline PT - $220 Availability: In-stores or online  Walmart  K-Mart  www.wayfair.com www.wayfair.com

15. Dedicated to the Dedicated  If you want to progress in either running or lifting, or just overall fitness, these 5 products will do wonders for your GAINZ and success!  They will also ensure your safety and proper technique while training.