About Running & Jogging: What Not to Buy Runners; Cold Weather Racing Tips

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Running & Jogging Running & Jogging Beginners Training & Racing Shoes & Gear From Christine Luff, your Guide to Running & Jogging Gift givers have good intentions when picking out gifts for their favorite runner. But they don't always understand that, while you agree that you'd look sharp in those cool, new running shoes, you're not going to run in them because they're not the right shoes for you. If you or someone you know has struggled to buy the right running gifts, here's some advice to make shopping easier.   Bad Running Gift Ideas We runners can be picky when it comes to our gear and clothes. So here's some advice on what to avoid. (Hint: Forward this to family members who are shopping for your gifts.) Read more...   Search Related Topics:  running gifts  running gear  running clothes Running Gifts Guide Want some ideas to give to family members or for runners on your list?  Here are several gift guides for all different types of runners. Also see: Men's Running Gifts Women's Running Gifts Personalized Running Gifts Search Related Topics:  running gear  gifts for runners  marathon training Cold Weather Racing Tips Although many of the same cold weather running safety tips (like "don't overdress") apply to winter racing, here are a few other things to keep in mind if you're running in a chilly race. Search Related Topics:  cold weather running  racing tips  How To Avoid Holiday Weight Gain As you're busy with holiday shopping and parties, the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year's can be a time when training and healthy eating plans go out the window. But you can continue running and avoid weight gain during the holiday season. Try to stick to some or all of these strategies.  Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating today! Also see:  Keep Running During the Holidays Search Related Topics:  dieting  weight gain  holidays Related Searches Running Clothes Running About Running Holiday Cool Running Running Glove Featured Articles Best Running Gloves and Mittens 10 Best Things About Half Marathon Running Support Your Local Running Store 7 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Running Keepsakes You Know You're a Runner When....   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Christine Luff Running & Jogging Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Running & Jogging newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Get Started With Running 10 Ways to Improve Your Running Form How to Start Running 10 Common Running Mistakes to Avoid   Follow me on: Advertisement