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My First Marathon Essentials | for the overwhelmed new runner
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items Overwhelmed by all the running gear advice out there? Start here.
I’m running my first marathon in NYC this year after getting into running over the past year-ish.
If you’re a runner or have tried to become one, you know that there is way too muc...
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Fuel
Feet
Clothes
Other
Fuel
Forget nasty gels and eat salty, sugary, and electrolyte stuff you love instead
THESE. These have literally been a life saver for long training runs! I like the lemon lime flavor but there are a bunch of options
SaltStick FastChews
One of my fave snacks in general and perfect for bringing in a little ziploc on long runs
Pretzel Crisps
My favorite sugary candy! These plus the pretzels, salt chews, and water are literally all I’ve needed to run multiple half marathon+ runs during my training.
SOUR PATCH KIDS Watermelon Soft & Chewy Gummy
Feet
Try shoes in person after getting your feet measured and never wear cotton socks
Best shoes ever (for my feet)! I’m on my second pair and will continue to buy these again and again. They’re incredibly comfy for high arches and I also have more narrow heels.
Get your feet measured at a fleet feet or other running shop to see wha...
Brooks Glycerin 23
I used to get CRAZY blisters but no longer after wearing the feetures crew socks. They’re super comfy
Feetures
Trust me on these, compression socks on a long run AND as recovery socks will change your life. So comfy and help manage blood flow and soreness during/after 10 mile+ runs. Also great for flights so there’s a lil bonus for ya
Women's Bombas Everyday Compression Knee High Socks
Clothes
Wear clothes that support your body and protect from chafing and discomfort
I have like 3 of these in different colors, so good and comfy for long runs. Good for larger cup sizes because the band is supportive. Has removable bra cushions
Warrior Twist Longline Sports Bra A-C
I love the flowy aerie shorts with the criss cross waist band for shorter runs, but I’ve gotten chafing wearing them for longer runs.
Women's Workout and Active Shorts | OFFLINE by Aerie
Big fan on women’s best leggings, especially if you tend to get thigh chafing
Sportswear for Women | Women's Best US
Other
For when chafing and discomfort happen anyway…
Helps with chafing, blisters, and sunburn healing
Aquaphor® Official Site - Skin Protection and Healing
I have a Patagonia belt bag I got as work merch and it works great for carrying my phone, keys, headphones, and snackies on long runs. I chose this over a hydration vest bc most of my running routes have public water fountains along the way or I’ll h...
Sling Bags & Hip Packs
I use my old AirPods on my runs. They usually only die after like 4 hours of running 💀 then I’ll charge em up for a bit and finish the run with music once they’ve revived
AirPods
This is really helpful for post-run soreness! I used it after being SO dead from my 20 mile peak long run. It helped my recovery especially for my calves and hamstrings
Biofreeze® Pain Relief Gel, 3 fl oz. Tube, Green