It might already be dark by half past four, but don’t let that get in the way of you having an action packed month. We’ve got the gear to see you tackle the cold, damp days whether you’re training indoors or outdoors because we all know we shouldnt let the onslaught of winter stop us from getting active!

Here at Sportsister we get inundated with news of new products every day. In our monthly feature we will bring you some of the favourite things we have come across.

It’s our guide to what’s new…..what’s good…..what works…..what’s worth spending your money on…..what’s fun….what’s hot….what’s special….Enjoy!

LegMaster Power

Price: £99

Stockists: www.legmaster.tv ^[1]

We don’t all have time to fit an extensive workout session into our lives, so how does one minute a day sound? The LegMaster works by engaging over 200 lower body muscles simultaneously to lift your whole body weight up against gravity.

This ‘all-out’ effort leads to intense muscle fatigue in a matter of seconds which is why a minute a day might not seem like a lot, but trust us – you will definitely feel your legs working in those 60 seconds!

With adjustable weights, you can change the intensity of your workout as your muscles get more used to the exercise. If you’re looking for a piece of kit to add to your collection, this is a good choice for its target area. Make sure you have the space though as it is a big piece of equipment.

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The OnePiece

Price: £100-£130

Stockists: www.snowandrock.com ^[5]

Now it’s getting colder, it’s all about wrapping up and staying warm, even when you’re not exercising. Enter the OnePiece, the ultimate piece of leisurewear that will make the rest of your wardrobe feel rather neglected over the winter.

The unisex design will appeal to all age ranges and if you get yourself down to Snow and Rock even better, as they are currently the only place you can try before you buy. Whether it’s to lounge around at home in or to get cosy in after a day on the slopes, once you’ve put the OnePiece on, you’re not going to want to take it off!

Speedo triathELITE app for iPhone

Price: Free

Download here ^[6]

Thanks to Speedo, triathlon fans can have race information, news and training advice at their fingertips with triathELITE, the new app for iPhone. This handy all in one application is run in conjunction with Tri247.com, the triathlete’s number one website and is bursting with all the info a triathlete could wish for.

The app is split into five major sections:

News: This is the on stop shop for all the latest triathlon news, displaying the 50 most current articles from Tri247.com as well as allowing you to search for articles straight from the app.

Events/results: The latest 50 events and results are covered but even better, users can search for specific events via name, post code, distance, date and race type.

Training: This is the place to for top tri tips, handily broken down in the key areas of swim, bike, run and nutrition. Packed full of useful articles from Tri247, this is a mine of information from the aspiring triathlete to the seasoned professional.

Products: Users can find product info on all the Speedo TriathELITE range to find the right gear to ensure total preparation for the challenges triathlon throws at you.

Store Locator: Handy tool to find your nearest store so you can pop in and try out the super range.

The app is free to download and as well as being incredibly stylish, is easy to navigate, making it a must for all triathlete fans.

Mizuno Warmer Running Pip (below right)

Price: £48 for a pack of six

Colour: Black

Stockists: www.mizuno.eu ^[7]

As any runner or even non-runner will know, the cold winter weather isn’t kind to your head. The icy wind can give you terrible earache and make your exercising session harder than it need be. Enter Mizuno Warmer Running Pip which covers your ears, doesn’t droop down over your eyes and doesn’t make your head itch. It’s a great all rounder and will keep you toasty all through the winter and into spring.

Mizuno Breathe Thermo Long Sleeve Crew Neck Shirt (below centre)

Price: £35

Colour: Alaskan Blue/Black

Stockist: www.mizuno.eu ^[8]

The long sleeves are perfect for exercising in the frosty weather while the reflective logo and panel make it ideal for when you’re out and about in the low light. The Breathe Thermo technology means that as you exercise, the heat you generate gets trapped, helping you to stay warm when the air around you is nose diving towards the zero degrees mark and beyond.

Mizuno Running Glove Breathe Thermo Dryscience (above left)

Price: £90 for pack of six

Colour: Black

Stockists: www.mizuno.eu ^[8]

You’re hands really do bear the brunt when the temperature drops and there’s nothing worst than painful fingers that refuse to function. Keep them wrapped up in these gloves that are light, fully breathable and with a reflective logo to prevent you developing icicles for fingers after a session in the great outdoors.

Kirsty Page, Sportsister
The Women’s Sports Magazine