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RUN IT: We list the perfect fitness gear to get your loved ones this Christmas (Photo credit: Jessica Latten)

UNLESS YOU’VE been living under a rock, you will have noticed that fitness wear is no longer just for gym junkies – it’s gone mainstream.

Whether you are on the school run, heading to a lecture or meeting up with friends at your favourite coffee house, these products fit the bill. We has compiled an array of products to help you blend in with new movement for Christmas.

New Balance Foam Zante V3 NYC Marathon

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These shoes by New Balance offer the perfect support and stability during and after your run. It is the third generation from the Zante fam- ily and is constructed for speed and durability. It offers a snug fit as well as lightweight rubber sole for cushioning. This particular shoe is a limited edition to support the official NYC Marathon. If it’s good enough for a 26.2 mile run, we’re pretty sure it can handle everything else.
RRP £95

Stance Adventure and Training Socks

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If you like originality and want to embrace your quirky persona, look no further than socks from American brand Stance. The socks of choice from NBA stars to musicians and athletes, Stance offers a variety of socks to make you stand out. The Ad- venture Ironwood has a natural wool fusion blend with structured cushioning. The Training Meara Crew socks offer moisture- wicking fibres and an air channel cushioning.

Beachbody On Demand App

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If the gym isn’t for you then why not try out this popular free fitness app? With more than one million members and more than 600 fitness workouts, you are bound to find the right fitness plan to suit you.
£99 (annual fee) – a free version is also available

Aftershokz Trekz Air

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You will need a good set of headphones on your journey, be it running or a meetup, and the new Trekz Air from Aftershokz are a perfect fit. It offers bone- conducting technology, which means they actually sit on your cheekbones allowing your ears to be free to hear ambient sounds.

It has a titanium design allowing them to fit comfortably ,and with Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity and six hours’ battery life, you will be able to speak to your friends letting them know you’re running late.
RRP £149.99

Icebreaker Men’s Merinoloft Hyperia Lite Jacket and Icebreaker Women’s Oasis Leggings Diamond

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Icebreaker’s Hyperia Lite Jacket is incredibly warm and lightweight. Initially made for skiing and mountain climbing, you can be sure it can handle the harshest of weathers during winter. This is partly due to its Merinoloft insulation, which helps retain warmth.

This jacket is as versatile as your lifestyle commands. As well as their jacket, Icebreaker’s leggings are perfect for both running and post-run. They offer warmth from their merino wool fabric regulating your body temperature, which is essential in the current climate. The Oasis is designed with a gusseted construction and flatlock seam for chafe-free, unrestricted movement – ideal on the go.
RRP £200 (jacket), £70 (leggings)