As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to compile a list of my favorite running gear to share with you as gift suggestions for that special runner in your life.

There has been quite a lot of debate lately over whether or not the running shoe you wear can give a performance advantage over another brand of shoes. Can one sneaker really make you faster and give you an edge? 

For instance, within the last three years, the Nike Vaporfly 4% has claimed to have a greater energy return than any other sneaker on the market, and it was designed specifically to break the 2-hour marathon. 

With the spring season upon us, there is an abundance of 5K races. Here’s some advice to help get that 5K personal record (PR) you have been hoping for. Follow one of the below workouts, combined with strength training plus the all-important race day attitude, and you will be basking in the glory of a new PR. 

Sprint Workout