How a soccer star gets her kicks

Shape, Sept, 2007

Kristine Lilly, 36, from Boston, is a two-decade veteran of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team. Lilly and her teammates have been honing their skills for the Women's World Cup, which takes place in China, starting September 10. These are her on- and off-field essentials.-DM

* Champion Nutrition

Snacbar ($36 for 24; champion-nutrition.com) "I take these with me on the road. Their carb and protein mix is just right for between meals."

* Apple

iPod Nano (from $149; apple.com) "My team-mates make fun of me because I listen to slow music before games, but it helps me focus."

* ChapStick

Classic Original ($5; at drug-stores) "Lately I'm either out-side training or on an airplane, and my lips get really dry. This moisturizes, but it's not greasy."

* Goody StayPut Elastics ($4 for 20; at drugstores) " I have long hair, and these keep it away from my face. I stash a couple extras in my bag in case one of my teammates needs one.

* Adidas Predator Absolute TRX FG ($20; soccer.com) "This cleat has my motto, 'Always Believe,' on the tongue. Only 100 pairs in this color were made--the proceeds go to the Special Olympics."