Right here’s a listing of issues I should have throughout Half Marathon Coaching, Marathon Coaching and for Race Day. I’ll hyperlink to all my favorites under and add notes on related gadgets and choices. I exploit all of those for each full and half coaching so they’re issues you’ll be able to apply to both distance.
I’m itemizing these largely head to toe operating garments, then non-clothing gadgets I put on / carry whereas operating (like expertise and hydration gear). The second listing can be post-run necessities like restoration gear, cross coaching, and so on.
I’ll hyperlink to the particular model/model within the listing with some notes on why I like to make use of it for operating. Most of this stuff are in all probability out there at your native operating retailer, massive operating shops or athletic clothes shops. I store for 99% of my operating gear on-line now. However in the event you’re a brand new runner or want new trainers and don’t have a favourite pair – undoubtedly try your native run retailer to get fitted for sneakers and get strategies on choices which can be finest on your operating objectives and desires.
Half Marathon & Full Marathon Should Haves (for RUNNING)
Working Visor – I put on a Run Eat Repeat visor with a wider brim that typical operating visors. They’re not out there on the market at the moment, however DM me in the event you’re and I’ll look into ordering extra.
Goodr Sun shades [Running Sunglasses] — Love that these are available quite a lot of lens and body colours. I’ve many pairs and change them up relying on lighting and choice.
Sports activities Bra – with adjustable straps and clasp again closure — My sports activities bra has to have adjustable straps AND a clasp again closure.
Athleta Speedlight Prime Lengthy Sleeve [Running Top] // Athleta Speedlight Tank Prime
Fabletics 9″ Outline Excessive Waist Shorts [Running Shorts] // RRS Recharge 2.0 8″ Working Shorts // Athleta Excessive Rise Elation 9″ Shorts
Professional Compression Socks [Running Socks] — Nice compression and so many enjoyable design and shade choices.
Low Lower Compression Socks– I feel the proper socks and sneakers can assist stop blisters and that’s essential.
Altra Rivera Working Sneakers // Brooks Ghost 14 Working Sneakers
Polar Vantage M Working GPS Watch
Flip Belt Working Belt – I like a ‘step in’ design. And it must be massive to suit my telephone.
Slim Water Bottles that match into the operating belt pockets
Nathan Speedshot Handheld Working Water Bottle – Generally I want utilizing a handheld water bottle over the small bottles you’ll be able to put in a gasoline belt as a result of they will bounce.
Nuun Hydration Tabs – This is without doubt one of the electrolytes I put in my water bottles and drink earlier than lengthy runs.
Clif Shot Blocks – Margarita Shot Blocks are my favourite, however attempt these in coaching to determine your choice.
Clif Power Gels Selection Pack (with Mocha)– Once more, do this whilst you’re coaching to determine what sort of gasoline you want.
Solar Bum Spf 50 Sunscreen Face Lotion [Sunscreen I just use on my face]
Banana Boat Spf 50 Sports activities Solar Display
Podcasts and Audio Books – (PS… the Run Eat Repeat Podcast is coming again quickly!)
Aftershokz Aeropex Open Ear Headphones– Love these! So essential to go what’s occurring round you once you’re operating exterior.
And right here’s a listing of issues I exploit after operating, for power and conditioning work, relaxation days and restoration.
Half Marathon & Full Marathon Should Haves (POST-RUN)
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