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We asked some of our favorite female athletes what theyre asking for, or what theyd recommend giving someone, this holiday season.Here are the top picks for 2016. (Note: Although many of the pro athletes are sponsored by these big-name brands, each athlete picked the gear she likes best and uses most within the brand.)For my training:Ab Dolly (No. 13)I used an Ab Dolly at a gym, and my stomach has never been so sore. I want one to use at home twice a week. I am hoping my husband buys this for me -- wink wink! -Kara Goucher, U.S. long-distance runner and Olympic bronze medalist ($119.80; abdolly.com)Apple Watch Series 2 (No. 2)As a runner and an athlete looking to add more swimming to my regimen, the new GPS and swim functions of this watch are attractive to me. I also like the ability to receive emails and texts from clients so I never miss an opportunity. Im not one to pick up my phone while training clients, but at least I can respond with a quick preconstructed text from my watch so I never miss a beat. -Kira Stokes, celebrity trainer in New York City and creator of the Stoked method (from $269; apple.com)Garmin Edge 520 Bike Computer (No. 9)We really want a bike computer that automatically updates to Strava Live (a social networking and tracking site for athletes) and also gives midride Strava segment results. No more waiting until you stop to upload the ride before seeing if you got the Queen of the Mountain! -Laurel and Rebeccah Wassner, professional triathletes ($299.99; garmin.com)NormaTec Pulse Leg Recovery System (No. 15)OK, so totally a Santa, Ive been soooo good splurge, but Id love a pair of these boots. I realize Im far from an elite or pro athlete, but as I get older, I am continually reminded of how important recovery is. Despite being 44 years old, Ive still got some pretty ambitious athletic goals for myself, and being able to slide into a pair of high-tech recovery boots after a tough workout sounds like heaven to me. -Dimity McDowell Davis, runner, blogger and creator of Another Mother Runner podcast ($1,395; normatecrecovery.com)Wahoo Fitness KICKR Power Trainer (No. 16)Im asking for an indoor bike trainer. Ive looked at a few, and the reason I love this one is because you dont use the rear wheel and have rubber burning the whole time but instead it allows you to take off the back wheel and put the bike on the trainer easily, without wearing your back tire. -Jenny Fletcher, professional triathlete ($1,199.99; wahoofitness.com)For my kitchen:Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine (No. 7)My fiancé and I just bought a new house together and we should be moving in any day, so everything on my Christmas list is all home related. We are both huge coffee lovers and really want a new machine. -Nastia Liukin, Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics ($599.95; williams-sonoma.com)GEFU Spirelli 2.0 Spiral Slicer (No. 8)I save my cheat moments for my sweet tooth, but generally speaking I like to fuel my body with nutritious foods! So much can be made with a spiralizer as a healthier option for pasta! Its just a fun thing to add to my kitchen. -Ally Love, in-arena host of the Brooklyn Nets and professional dancer ($29.99; bedbathandbeyond.com)Cozy jackets:Team USA Nike Tech Fleece (No. 14)This is one of my favorite pieces of gear from Nike because of how warm it is. It also goes with every outfit. -Laurie Hernandez, Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics ($98.97; nike.com)Castelli Perfetto Jacket (No. 6)In keeping up with the holidays and the time to recover, recommit and enjoy the colder weather, I love the Perfetto jacket. Its warm when the temperature drops below 50 degrees, its beautifully cut -- just for women -- and its water repellent! -Mirinda Carfrae, three-time world Ironman champion ($199.95; competitivecyclist.com)Lacoste Womens Sport Geometric Printed Taffeta Jacket (No. 3)I love this jacket because its perfect now for the cooler weather, and I think the pattern is really different and flattering. -Christina McHale, pro tennis player ($185; lacoste.com)Shoes and socks:Bombas Womens Original Calf Socks (No. 12)Ive loved Bombas long before we started working together. These are one of my favorites because you can work out and snowboard in them. And for each pair of socks purchased, a pair is donated to the homeless. -Hannah Teter, Olympic gold-medal snowboarder ($12; bombas.com)Nike Air Presto Mid Utility Sneakerboots (No. 10)I love a good sneakerboot -- theyre my favorite weatherized shoes. I really enjoy hiking and I never want the winter to stop me from what I love to do, so these boots are crucial for being active in the outdoors. -Ali Krieger, U.S. soccer player and World Cup champion ($140; nike.com)Specialized Defroster Trail Mountain Bike Shoes (No. 1)I spend a lot of time in the Midwest, and my feet get cold easily. However, with these winter cycling shoes, Im able to train outdoors with warm feet. The shoe is durable [and] comfortable and keeps my feet warm at temperatures well below freezing. -Gwen Jorgensen, Olympic gold medalist in triathlon ($200; specialized.com for retailers)Ski and snowboard gear:Sweaty Betty Mountain Top Seamless Ski Top and Leggings (No. 17)I love these base layers because theyre quick-drying, sweat-wicking and temperature-regulating, making them perfect for a day on the mountain. And its such a cute print! -Heather Mitts Feeley, Olympic gold medalist in soccer ($105 each; sweatybetty.com)La Sportiva Vapor Nano Skis (No. 11)These are my favorite skis from my sponsor, La Sportiva. Theyre a perfect lightweight, rockered, mid-fat charging ski made for ski mountaineering, which is what I love doing. -Meredith Edwards, ultrarunner and member of the U.S. Ski Mountaineering Team ($1,200; sportiva.com)Indoor training:B Mat Strong Long Yoga Mat in Ocean Green (No. 4)Its the best yoga stuff out there! This mat helps me grip and stay strong in my poses. -Christen Press, U.S. soccer player and World Cup champion ($95; byoganow.com)New Balance Accelerate Tight (No. 5)My favorite gear is from New Balance, and Im so fortunate to be sponsored by such an incredible brand. These leggings are the best -- I wear them for every occasion. -Heather Watson, British professional tennis player ($54.99; newbalance.com)Ultra Boost Norge . 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Nmd_r1 Sko Hvit . - Levi Browns tenure at left tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers is over before it even began.BATON ROUGE, La. -- LSU has ruled out senior linebacker Kendell Beckwith and could also be without running back Leonard Fournette when it faces Texas A&M on Thanksgiving night.Interim coach Ed Orgeron said the knee injury that sidelined Beckwith, a Butkus Award finalist, against Florida on Saturday will keep him from facing the Aggies on Thursday (7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN). Orgeron added that Fournette is day-to-day with the ankle injury that has slowed him throughout the season and limited him to 12 carries for 40 yards against the Gators.He should be fine, but Leonards day-to-day with that ankle, obviously, Orgeron said at his Monday news conference. Thats how it works with stuff like that, but well see. Its going to be a game-time situation again, see if he can practice and do the things that he can tolerate.Beckwith is an essential member of LSUs defense. The Tigers defense was noticeably weaker up the middle when Donnie Alexander replaced Beckwith against Florida.Kendell, hes so versatile. Hes really like a D-tackle at linebacker, hes so big, safety John Battle said of Beckwith, wwho is 6-foot-3, 247 pounds.dddddddddddd So just having him in space [helps].Alexander matched a career high with eight tackles against the Gators, but he has nowhere near the size or experience of the senior teammate he will replace. Beckwith leads the team with 91 tackles and also has six tackles for loss.We all know that Kendells a big factor on our defense, Alexander said Saturday after the game. When he went out, he just told me to go out there and do what I know to do best and follow from his lead, from all the things he taught me.Orgeron, however, said the 6-foot-1, 212-pound Alexander is well-suited to defend Texas A&Ms spread offense on Thursday.There is a difference, obviously, between him and Kendell, Orgeron said. I think Donnie is going to be a really good football player, but the thing about A&M thats going to help us is they are a spread offense. Youd better run fast and make some plays in space, and I think thats what Donnie does well. ' ' '