A backpack full of sweaty gear and running shoes may not seem like a highly sought after item but according to insurance officials gym bags are becoming a "hot" item for thieves breaking into cars. AA Insurance says the theft of gym bags from parked cars is one of two new emerging trends - partly due to the ease in which they can be carried away but also due to the items people keep with their workout gear. This often includes expensive sports shoes and iPods.

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