Popsugar Health & Fitness Workout Clothes Best Running Socks 2018 This 1 Piece of Fitness Gear Will Make or Break Your Next Run 3 August 2018 by India Yaffe Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Kathryna Hancock For all the research and development we put into finding the perfect pair of running shoes, our socks are normally an afterthought. But that shouldn't be the case. Wearing the right socks is just as important as wearing the right shoes; they should provide comfort, be breathable, and, most importantly, prevent blisters. We've rounded up some of our favourite running socks; having the right pair will change your life. Related: So, Adidas Has a Pink Sneaker That's a Runner's Dream — You Can Freak Out Now Feetures! High Performance Ultra Light Athletic Running Socks Image Source: amazon.com These Feetures! High Performance Ultra Light Athletic Running Socks ($13) are my personal favorites. They're a little pricey, but they are lightweight and don't budge. Plus, they come in a bunch of colors so you can match them to your shoes. 1 / 9 Zella Ultra Light Run 2-Pack Socks Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com Run the streets in these Zella Ultra Light Run 2-Pack Socks ($12, originally $19). 2 / 9 Asics Women's Cushion Low-Cut Sock Image Source: amazon.com You'll stand out in these bestselling Asics Women's Cushion Low-Cut Sock ($7, originally $10). 3 / 9 Adidas Women's Superlite No Show Socks Image Source: amazon.com Amazon customers can't get enough of these Adidas Women's Superlite No Show Socks ($17). 4 / 9 Nike Elite Cushioned No-Show Tab Running Socks Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com These Nike Elite Cushioned No-Show Tab Running Socks ($16) have the best of both worlds: they don't come up too high on your ankle but still provide extra cushioning and comfort. 5 / 9 Balega Hidden Comfort No-Show Running Socks Image Source: amazon.com Your feet will be so happy in a pair of these Balega Hidden Comfort No-Show Running Socks ($13). Just look at the extra padding at the heel. 6 / 9 Nike Elite Lightweight No-Show Socks Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com If you prefer feeling like you've got no sock on, try these Nike Elite Lightweight No-Show Socks ($16). 7 / 9 Sof Sole 3-Pack Microfiber Tab Performance Socks Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com Give your sweaty feet some room to breathe in these Sof Sole 3-Pack Microfiber Tab Performance Socks ($10). 8 / 9 Balega Blister Resist No Show Socks Image Source: amazon.com Anything that will help prevent blisters has our attention. These Balega Blister Resist No Show Socks ($13) are going to be our go-to for long runs. 9 / 9 ShoppingWorkout ClothesRunningWorkoutsFitness GearSocks