It may be September but in a lot of America its still crazy hot outside. That can be tough if you're a runner, especially if you're training for a big race like a marathon. Berlin and Chicago marathoners are hitting their peak training weeks, while others, like me, that are gearing up for the TCS New York City Marathon still have several weeks of double-digit runs ahead of them. But whether you're aiming for a world major or just your local 5K, it's important to stay healthy and safe. Make sure you're getting enough fluids and electrolytes, run early in the day or after the sun goes down, and when in doubt don't go out. Move your workout to a gym treadmill or take that rest day you probably needed anyway. But the right year is essential too. Clothing that breathes with you and wicks away moisture can help you stay cool, along with hats and sunglasses that keep harmful sun rays off your face. Needless to say the right container for water and sports drinks is key and you should always wear sunscreen. To help you beat the heat, I've updated the guide to my favorite running gear to add some new products specifically designed for summer. Don't worry, my old favorites are here, too. As someone who writes about technology for a living, I'm always amazed at the amount of tech that goes into these products, from sneakers to GPS trackers and runner nutrition. Sure, I admit I wasted some money along the way, but a lot of that tech helped get me through months of tough training and -- in the case of the TCS New York City Marathon and Boston Marathon -- two of the toughest runs of my life. Socks são essenciais para a prática de corrida, especialmente de longa distância; Calçados precisam ser testados antes da compra; Equipamentos específicos feitos para corridas no verão auxiliam a melhorar a performance. Eu testei muitos desses produtos enquanto treinava para essas corridas. Agora estou experimentando novos equipamentos enquanto tento superar o tempo do ano passado na maratona de Nova York em novembro. Também recebi ajuda de amigos do meu clube de corrida do bairro, muitos dos quais são corredores muito mais experientes (e mais rápidos) do que eu. Seja você mesmo ou procurando um presente para o seu corredor favorito, aqui estão algumas ótimas ideias desenvolvidas para os dias quentes de verão.
