Healthy LivingRace Day Must-HavesSelf MagazineOctober 19, 2012 at 10:48 AMLink CopiedRead full article Photo by: Courtesy of adidasJACKET Sleeves protect against scratches and are key in chilly winter races-it's likely you'll be drenched in mud or water, and that means shivers and shakes. Nix fleeces (they'll get water-logged) or hard-shell jackets that will make you overheat, and instead look for a quick-dry soft shell like Adidas' Outdoor Terrex Softshell Jacket, $150; Adidas.com. Your elbows and forearms will thank you.Marissa Stephenson and Natalie Gingerich Mackenzie, SELF magazine Don't be afraid to buy a few must-haves. More from SELF: 6 Moves for a Great Butt 5 Simple Steps to Cellulite-Free Skin 3 CrossFit Total-Body Workouts 6 Secrets to Firing Up Your Metabolism View comments