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12 Gym & Running Essentials for Dads on a Budget: Watch, Earbuds, Shoes & Gear
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items Everything a dad needs to get back to the gym or start running, from watch to socks. I went through the spec sheets and buyer reviews so each card tells you the one catch before you buy, like a narrow toe box or a cap that runs large. Part one is wea...
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Wearables & Everyday Carry
Gym & Running Gear
Wearables & Everyday Carry
Watches, earbuds and carry-alls for dads who train: a Garmin and an Apple Watch for pacing runs, Soundcore ear-hook earbuds that stay put, plus everyday Nike socks, a cap and a 60L duffel for the gym bag.
If he runs more than he lifts, get this one. The battery lasts over a week of training and it pairs with iPhone or Android.
Garmin Forerunner 165
The easy pick for iPhone users: tracks workouts and heart rate without the Ultra price. Won't work with Android phones.
Apple Watch SE 3
Ear hooks keep these put during burpees and sprints, which is where most earbuds fail. Turn off ANC on long runs to save battery.
Soundcore Sport X20 Ear-Hook Earbuds
The boring gift nobody regrets. Extra cushion at the heel and toe; a few reviewers say heavy use wears holes in time.
Nike Everyday Plus Cushioned Training Ankle Socks (6 Pairs)
Light enough to forget you're wearing it on a sunny run. It runs big, so pick the smaller size if his head isn't large.
Nike Dri-FIT Club Unstructured Featherlight Cap
Has its own shoe pocket, so sweaty sneakers stay away from clean clothes. It's big, better for the gym than a daily commute.
Nike Brasilia 9.5 Training Duffel Bag (Medium, 60L)
Gym & Running Gear
Clothes and shoes for lifting and running: Nike and Champion tees, mesh shorts and a warm-up hoodie, plus Nike Revolution 8 shoes, Challenger shorts and a Miler top. Each card names a size or fit trade-off.
The plain gym tee you can buy three of. Dries fast and comes up to 4XL; size up if he has broad shoulders.
Nike Dri-FIT Legend Men's Fitness T-Shirt
Classic knee-length mesh shorts for lifting days. Lined, with real pockets. Want a shorter cut? Look at the Nike 7-inch below.
Champion 9" Classic Mesh Shorts, C Logo
For the walk to the gym and the first warm-up set. Cozy cotton blend, but too warm to run in once you heat up.
Champion Powerblend Hoodie, C Logo
A solid first running shoe that doesn't cost a fortune, and it comes in wide. The toe box is snug, so try half a size up.
Nike Revolution 8 Men's Road Running Shoes
Built for running: light, with a back pocket that fits most phones. The built-in brief is snug for some guys.
Nike Challenger 7" Brief-Lined Running Shorts
Reflective strips help on early-morning or after-work runs. Regular fit, so it won't cling like a compression top.
Nike Miler Dri-FIT Short-Sleeve Running Top