If you’ve over-indulged a bit over the festive season, we have the perfect excuse to haul yourself off the sofa and work off a few of those mince pies.

This gorgeous new stylish running collection from Nike is new for 2009 and set to get more women pounding the pavement than ever before! Launching in January, the Nike Spring running footwear and apparel collection offers runners of all levels exceptional performance benefits with gear that also comes up trumps in the style stakes.

Highlights include the Nike Tempo retro themed running shorts, the Youth Knit Ribbed Tank with leopard print design and the urban Clima-Fit Hooded Jacket that are set to make a statement on the running track this Spring.
In addition to looking stylish, the kit also uses the latest Dri-Fit technology, which works to wick sweat away from the skin, and Clima-Fit material to protect you from the elements.

The Nike Air Start+ and Nike Air Span 6+, are the latest Nike Plus enabled running shoes launching this January. They both feature revolutionary Flywire technology for Nike’s lightest and strongest footwear ever. Both shoes offer superior cushioning, lightweight support, impact protection and come in women’s specific fit.

So whether you’re fresh to the running community or training for a “chasing Paula Radcliffe” marathon time, the new range from Nike will give you the perfect run. Now, time to get cracking with that New Year’s resolution…

Kit from £15 and shoes from £65 at nikestore.com.