Fashion + function: gym chic Dash into the new year in style with spirit-boosting activewear essentials that will motivate you to stick with your new workout plan. From slick electronics to sassy accessories and fun moisture-managing apparel, these items will put you on a fast track to style

Shape, Jan, 2005 by Dinah Erasmus

1. Pirelli's PZERO Tempo watch ($590; 888-9-SECTOR for store locations) boasts a titanium and stainless-steel case and is water-resistant to 100 meters deep.

2. Groggy's polyester/cotton jacket ($55; groggy.com) with body-contouring piping proves that retro-inspired wear is always an attention grabber.

3. Heading out for a run? Play some heart-pumping music on Sony's "S2 Sports" Walkman ($100; sony.com) with Atrac3/MP3 technology that allows you to compile up to 490 songs.

4. Tote your gear in style with Puma's "Schattenboxen" boxing bag ($70; puma.com), which features an internal zip pocket and mesh mobile-phone holder.

5. Keep feet happy in Nike Shox collection's striking graphite "Energia" trainer ($100; nikewomen.com). It has an open back for quick and easy on and off.

6. Stay cool and comfortable in Asics Meryl Nylon/Lycra "Tango" top ($44; asicsamerica.com) that unzips halfway for temperature control and has a built-in mesh support bra.

7. Roll-up cuffs make Reebok's woven polyester microfiber pants ($30; reebok.com) cute enough to wear for a casual weekend outing, while the fabric's breathable enough to wear to work out.

8. For body-hugging support try Magia Do Mar's ultrasoft nylon/spandex tank top ($40; magiadomar.com) with slimming side stripes and a built-in sport bra.

9. Show off toned legs with Bebe Sport's contrast-rib cotton/spandex gym shorts ($28; 877-232-3777 for store locations) that have just enough stretch to hug your hips as you move.