. And Odlo’s Termic range (£18-£28) is a good choice. Soft, technical fabrics wick away sweat to keep you dry and this allied to smooth, seamless construction guards against painful chafing.Contact: ASI 01250 873 863; www.odlo.comTo make sure you’re seen

      Mizuno Breathe Thermo S/S Crew Neck, £14.99 Contact www.wiggle.co.uk The makers claim that moisture absorbed from the body is generated into heat, to keep you warm. It was certainly warm, but at the cost of a degree of comfort

whites and 175ml apple juice. Press the mixture into a lightly-oiled 18x28cm baking tin. Bake at 180ºC for 20-25 minutes until golden. Allow to cool slightly then cut into bars.Bee-liciousHoney is a natural, cheap and effective alternative to energy gels

.boobydoo.co.uk.Watches and Heart-rate Monitors When Runner's World readers were asked to list their essential kit last year, heart-rate monitors came out on top. Unfortunately for the female runner, using a heart-rate monitor can be an uncomfortable experience, requiring 10

-to-side. This can result in discomfort, chafing and strain on the breasts' supportive tissue – the Coopers ligaments – which in turn can eventually lead to sagging.In fact, the SASI research also shows that on average, a woman's breast moves 9.08cm with every stride

!I now have effectively only seven weeks left of training and I’m starting to really get excited. My kit list is slowly building with all the essentials: head torch, sleeping bag, anti-venom pump - yes you read correctly, anti venom pump. I hate spiders

before submitting your entry. Good luck!Terms & Conditions1. Only one entry will be accepted per person. The closing date for receipt of competition entries is October 12.2. The winner will be selected from the entries received by a panel of Runner

as much as they love running. Don’t forget to recycle your old trainers too!Good for: eco-warriors iPod Touch with Nike+ sensor, (iPod Touch £169.99, Nike+ iPod Sport kit £10.99) www.nike.com/nikestore The iPod Touch is one of the flashiest

does stretch.Contact www.1000mile.co.ukNike Hydration Belt – £20 This is pitched as a drinks belt but it has such a small capacity that you wonder whether it can do the job of keeping you hydrated. The belt itself is the stretchy, Velcro-fastening type

faster for no extra effort. And many small gains can be made from improving your technique and training."Triathlon kit has evolved, too; the hi-tech fabrics and materials in your trisuit, and on your bike and running shoes, have been developed to maximise