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Sometimes all you need to put a little more bounce in your step at the gym is a hot new accessory.  And what better than one that actually helps boost your performance?  Here are the hottest accessories for 2008:

Yogitoes Skidless Mat

Tired of slipping around on your towel-covered yoga mat?  Yogitoes has the answer.  Their skidless mat is made with 100% silicone nubs to provide friction and prevent slipping.  They are also super absorbent and provide a hygienic layer between you and your mat.

Sherpani Bags

Exclusively designed for women, Sherpani bags simply make sense.  The fun colors and sleek lines will draw your attention, but it is the details in the bag itself that make it a must have.  Take the Meta—a super wide opening makes it simple to get in and out of, a pocket for wet clothes, a removable bag for shoes, 2 external zippered pockets, a key fob and 3 mesh pockets.  Combine all that with comfortable straps and the signature floral print interior and it is, quite simply, the perfect gym bag.

With literally hundreds of exercise shoes available, choosing a pair can certainly be an overwhelming task!  Here’s a handy guide to help you along the way.

What is the difference?

• Walking shoes don’t require as much cushioning as running shoes.  While the sole is more flexible with a rounded heel to allow a more natural roll from heel to toe, the shoe itself is stiffer.
• Running shoes have more cushioning and heel support to help absorb the impact of hitting the ground.  A curved toe, treads and a thicker heel are all designed to help propel the runner forward.
• Cross trainers have a wider front to provide the lateral support required by many sports such as tennis and aerobics where side-to-side motion is required while still giving you some of the flexibility of a running shoe. 

Think people are wearing trendy new workout clothes just to look good at the gym? Well, that’s only partially true. There’s another reason many gym goers have strayed from the old school baggy t-shirts and sweat pants. The new styles of workout clothes not only look better, but they feel better too. They are fashionable and functional. For women, sports bras and stretchy low-rise pants with matching hooded sweatshirts are popular. The tighter fitting bras and pants are just more comfortable during an intense workout like kick boxing or running. Some guys are still wearing the classic cotton t-shirt paired with longer shorts that go just to the knee but not below, as this can interfere with range of motion. Also, there is a trend towards workout clothes you can wear from the gym, right to the grocery store or coffee with friends. For specifics click the link below.