of running shoe that fits neatly into a similar ‘hybrid' category: performance trainers.They're light enough to slip on for a speed session on the track, but offer enough stability and cushioning to cope with all but the longest Sunday training runs. They

's new Formotion products have been designed with movement in mind so these short tights are supportive, breathable in the right places and won't chafe. (Men's + Women's)Contact www.adidas.comNike Lightweight Running Short – £16Roomy, baggy shorts. Dri-Fit

.Contact: 01943 461474; www.facewest.co.ukSnug Warmth…The closer fitting a top is, the more heat it traps next to the skin…Asics Motion Jersey – £50Hot spots: A multi-panelled, tight-fitting, stretchy base layer. Brushed lining means it sits very comfortably next

.Conformable Step-in+ Motion - £35The plastic sitting beneath the Step-in+’s foam is designed to guide your foot and help propel you forwards - the forefoot is springier than any of the other insoles here. It’s quite a thin footbed, and well-suited to snugger-fitting

-resistant, it will keep you dry in all but the heaviest of rain.Contact 0800 833 357; www.concurve.comNike Clima-Fit Convertible Jacket - £70Like the Puma (right), the Nike jacket's arms come off as a one-piece unit and can be stowed in the large back pocket. The Clima-Fit

, we will also give her plenty of advice on her diet. The great thing about Kerry is that she’s determined to get fit enough to complete the marathon and really up for the challenge.”Phil Wilson, 36, from Nottingham – sheet metal worker

then get in touch with them by e-mail,” explains Beer. “The first thing I do is send them a 10-page questionnaire, which gives me a fantastic idea of their fitness, their goals, their diet, even their strengths and weaknesses.” Using the information he

, just going for a run will lead to more sex. We're not promising that every run will see you chased through the park by scantily clad members of the opposite sex or suggesting that running clubs are hotbeds of swinging, but being fit can result in more

£49.95Allows you to set upper and lower heart rate limits.Lightweight, slim-fitting watch.As you exercise, you can display times in, out and above your heart rate zone.Contact: 01423 562162; www.sigmasport.com Suunto X6HR £349.99 The ultimate

for adventure racers and ultra-runners.It's weatherproof because… a Gore-Tex XCR stretch "bootie" provides a snug, waterproof fit – even heavy rain and reasonably deep puddles can't penetrate. If you run through a deep stream, though, you'll have to take