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10 of the best sportswear

It's a new year, and time to get back into shape after all your festive feasts. Here are our top sportswear picks to help you keep fit and fabulous for 2014.
By Emily Ridler
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Tights

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John Lewis

These fab ¾ length tights are made in a lightweight fabric that keeps sweat at bay and yet is still comfortable! It's also claimed that they help improve your posture.

Tights, £25, adidas at John Lewis (johnlewis.com)
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Jacket

Sleeve, Textile, Collar, Red, Pattern, Magenta, Carmine, Fashion, Maroon, Grey,
Marks & Spencer

This type of jacket is perfect for exercise. Although thin, it will keep you extremely warm once you're on the go.

Jacket, £25, Marks & Spencer (marksandspencer.com)

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Zip jacket

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adidas by Stella McCartney

This outstanding jacket from top deisgner Stella McCartney features ventilating mesh fabric and a high neck design, which protects you from cold winds during and after your workout.

Zip jacket, £265, adidas by Stella McCartney (adidas.co.uk)

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Vest

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Striders Edge

This vest is great for runners, cyclists and gym lovers. It has an SPF 50 protection, as well as adjustable fit at the hips, so you can change your look easily.

Vest, £22, Striders Edge at Brand Alley (brandalley.co.uk)

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Sweat pants

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Sweaty Betty

These sweat pants are part of the cool-down range from Sweaty Betty. They're made from an insulating, high-stretch material that keeps you comfortable, post workout.

Sweat pants, £65, Sweaty Betty (sweatybetty.com)

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T-shirt

Product, Sleeve, Red, Magenta, Baby & toddler clothing, Carmine, Pattern, Maroon, Active shirt, One-piece garment,
Debenhams

A T-shirt is the easiest top for a workout, but try to mix it up with prints and detailing. This striped option is perfect, and has a ruffle edging.

T-shirt, £20, XPG by Jenni Falconer at Debenhams (debenhams.com)

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Sports bra

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Freya

Winner of our Tried & Tested: Sports Bras!

This Active Underwired Moulded Sports Bra was found to have very good support whatever your shape, prevents bounce without flattening your bust and has a flattering fit and adjustable racer back option.

Sports bra, £36, Freya (freyalingerie.com)

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Sports bra

Pattern, Carmine, Undergarment, Peach, Sleeveless shirt, Active tank, Coquelicot, Pattern,
John Lewis

This pink and blue speckled sports bra is a gorgeous piece for your workouts. Rarely does anyone feel comfortable enough to work out in just their sports bra, so team it with a white T-shirt.

Sports bra, £24, Nike Pro at John Lewis (johnlewis.com)

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Trainers

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Littlewoods

These trainers are designed with an energy-returning boost™ foam midsole which it's claimed can help with your exercise. They're also lightweight and flexible, so you'll hardly know they're on your feet!

Trainers, £135, adidas at Littlewoods (littlewoods.com)

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Trainers

Product, Shoe, White, Magenta, Carmine, Sneakers, Black, Maroon, Tan, Grey,
Fitflop

These are great for a casual workout. The sole is built with micro-wobbleboard midsoles that help diffuse underfoot pressure and absorb shock, while also claiming to tone up your legs.

Trainers, £90, Fitflop (fitflop.co.uk)

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