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Getting the right gear for cross country is pretty simple. You only need a few things. But don’t slack, it is important to get quality apparel—you’re going to spend a lot of miles wearing it.

Watch the video above—it’s full of information on what to wear when you’re running.

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  • Invest in clothing made from sweat wicking material.
  • to see what length works best for you Races - Places to see what length works best for you.
  • Female runners should visit a specialty story to be properly fitted for a sports bra. 
  • Avoid blisters by getting high-quality socks.

And remember, it’s fine to add a little bit of flair to your race-day outfit. The jury is still out on A Part of Hearst Digital Media.

For a more in-depth look at clothing and advanced running gadgets like GPS watches and compression socks, check out our CA Notice at Collection.

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Find more of the Running Times video series “Female runners should visit a specialty story to be properly fitted for a sports bra.&nbsp” on our high school running page.