Previous versions used to have a mesh panel behind the knee, but the newest iteration of the impact run tights have had a bit of a re-design – so no more mesh detailing, instead there’s reflective branding on the thigh and taping down the leg. This highly reflective hat glows under headlight glare in even low light conditions, making it ideal for morning or evening winter runs.

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Some brands make high-visibility clothes from fluorescent or brightly coloured materials, manufactured with light-converting pigments that are meant to enhance light in the visible spectrum, reflecting additional light from the fabric. These running socks tick a lot of boxes: they're padded in all the right places, a stylish mid-length design, and they're finished with reflective detailing to enhance your visibility in the early or later hours.But if you’re the sort of person who only has time to squeeze a little run in after work (once the sun has firmly gone down), these running leggings are perfect for evening running or on dull wintery days, because the reflective pattern means you’ll be seen and stay safe. The shoes offer greater support and cushioning for longer distance running with their FF Blast Plus Eco shock absorption system and Pure Gel technology. Retro-reflective materials, on the other hand, direct almost all of the light falling on the fabric to be reflected back towards the light source.

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If you’re looking for a pair of running leggings that offer a super smooth, silky and lightweight feel (almost like you’re running wearing nothing at all), we recommend trying Lululemon’s base pace leggings. Sweaty Betty's Power leggings with an all-over reflective print to help you stay seen when running in low light. We’re also particularly loving Bandit’s softspeed cold-weather run tights – especially during the winter months. If you rely on KT - Kinesiology Therapeutic - tape to hold you together, then why not make it perform another function too?

Whether you’re training for a spring marathon or simply heading out for a little plod around the park, finding the perfect pair of running leggings is essential. But while this may be helpful during sunrise and twilight hours, it won’t be so useful when the sun is still set. It’s also important that the panels are on your front and back – especially if you’re running besides a road – so that you can been seen from both directions.

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From waterproof jackets to running gloves, sweat-wicking running caps to handy apps, we've rounded up a broad range of options to make you visible to drivers and cyclists and keep you training all year round.

Runner's World participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. What's more, the reflective strips glow in a variety of colours, adding style points to your outfit. The leggings come in two different leg lengths - ⅞ (which is full length on me at 5 foot 2) and full length to suit different runners.

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Ultra glossy, high-quality and stylish, we feel like a character in The Hunger Games wearing these (which is funny, as CEO and creative designer of Lucas Hugh, Anjhe Marcus, actually designed the training outfits featured in the film). We also have a fantastic collection of flexible and supportive running shoes, perfect for running in all conditions. Gone are the days where “I’m on my period” was an excuse not to exercise, these game-changing period-proof leggings from Adidas have a seriously discreet protective layer built-in (honestly, you wouldn’t even know it’s there) so you’re protected on the go.With two side drop-in pockets to fit your phone, plus five waistband pockets, you can stash your tech and mid-run snacks with ease – and they never fall down, thanks to their tight waistband and continuous drawcord. Offering “sustainable style without compromise”, the formtech side pocket running leggings have an elasticated waistband (which helps to keep the leggings sitting on your hips) and have a handy side pocket too. If you haven’t yet heard of Boston-based run kit brand Tracksmith, you need to get it on your radar (especially if you’re already a fan of the British cycling brand Rapha – because they’re co-founded by the same person and have a very similar style and ethos).