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🏃♀️ Fitness & Running Favorites
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items As a runner, fitness coach, and dietitian, I’ve tried a lot, and these are the products that actually stick. Whether I’m training for a runDisney race or squeezing in a quick strength workout, these are the essentials that help me stay consistent, co...
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🧢 Running Smart: Belts & Packs for Every Distance
🏃♀️ What I Wear to Run (and Actually Love)
⚡ Performance Fuel: Real Food + Smart Supplements
Run-Ready Extras
🧢 Running Smart: Belts & Packs for Every Distance
Whether I’m going out for a short run, a long training day, or walking the dogs, having the right gear to carry my essentials makes all the difference. These are my top picks for hands-free storage while running!
Each one has a place in my routine d...
I use this belt for everything… from long runs over a 10K to shorter runs, and even long walks when I want to stay hydrated and keep my phone and keys secure. It’s super comfortable, doesn’t bounce, and holds all my essentials (nutrition, water, phon...
💧 Long Distance Lifesaver: My Favorite Hydration Belt
If you don’t like the feel of a bulky hydration belt, the FlipBelt is a sleek alternative. I use this when I’m not carrying water or nutrition, just the essentials like my phone, keys, and ID. It’s perfect for short runs, long walks, or if you prefer...
FlipBelt: Lightweight Carry-All for Runners
For longer runs, warm weather, or hands-free fueling, a hydration pack is a total game-changer. I use mine for distances where a handheld or belt just doesn’t cut it. It holds water, snacks, and any extras I need without weighing me down. Great for t...
💧 Hydration Packs That Go the Distance
🏃♀️ What I Wear to Run (and Actually Love)
Once you run with Shokz, there’s no going back. These open-ear, bone-conduction headphones are a game-changer for runners, park-goers, and anyone who needs to stay aware of their surroundings while still enjoying great sound. I use the Shokz OpenRun,...
🎧 Shokz OpenRun – Run Safer, Hear Better, Go Farther
These are the sunglasses I swear by, whether I’m racing through a runDisney course, bounding through the parks, or just out on a sunny training day. Goodr shades are lightweight, non-slip (even when you sweat!), and fit every head shape. No bouncing....
🕶 Goodr Sunglasses
Comfort meets magic 🏃♀️✨ I use my Disney Brooks for running, walking, and park days. They’re supportive, fun, and a total essential for runDisney events.
✨ Comfort Meets Magic: My Favorite Brooks Kicks
I’ve tried a lot of running shoes over the years, and the HOKA Mach 6 is hands-down my favorite so far. I used to run in Cliftons, but once I made the switch, I never looked back. These feel lighter, more responsive, and better suited for mid-to-long...
🏃♀️ Lightweight Miles: Why I Switched to Mach 6
These Fabletics PowerHold 6” shorts are my go-to for running. The length keeps my thighs protected from chafing, and the compression holds everything comfortably in place. No shifting, no adjusting. I’ve had some of these for over 4 years and they st...
No-Chafe, No-Slip Running Shorts I Keep Reaching For
I’ve been wearing Fabletics sports bras for years—some of mine are going on 4 years old and still holding up strong. I rotate between low, medium, and high impact options depending on my workout, and love how they fit and support especially for us av...
From Low to High Impact: Fabletics Bras I Trust
These Bombas Running Socks are my go-to for every run. They keep my feet cool, offer just the right amount of arch support, and have padding in all the right places, especially around the heel. The quality is top-notch, and they’ve held up through mi...
Cool, Cushioned, and Durable: My Favorite Running Socks
The Fabletics Essential Air Tank is one of my favorites for hot runs or sweaty workouts. The open back and loose fit give it amazing airflow, helping me stay cool without sacrificing coverage or comfort. It’s lightweight, flattering, and holds up jus...
Affordable + Breathable: The Tank That Keeps Me Moving
⚡ Performance Fuel: Real Food + Smart Supplements
When I’m training, especially for long runs or intense weeks, nutrition becomes just as important as the workouts themselves. As a dietitian and runner, I focus on real food first, with smart supplements layered in to fill the gaps and support perfor...
When you’re logging miles on the pavement — whether you’re training for a runDisney event or heading into race day — hydration isn’t just important… it’s non-negotiable. Liquid I.V. is my go-to electrolyte drink mix to help keep hydration on point be...
🏃♀️ Liquid I.V. – Hydration That Goes the Distance
When it comes to fueling for long runs, especially back-to-back race weekends or intense training blocks, you can’t skip the snacks. Honey Stinger has been my favorite way to stay energized and avoid the dreaded mid-run crash. From waffles before, to...
🍯 Honey Stinger – Sweet Fuel for Magical Miles
If traditional energy gels like GU don’t sit well with you, Huma Gels are a total game-changer. Made with real food ingredients like fruit puree and chia, they’re much gentler on the GI system while still giving you the fuel you need. I love rotating...
The Gel Alternative: Huma’s Real Food Energy Boost
I’ve tried a lot of running fuel, and GU Energy Gels are the ones I keep coming back to. The consistency is super manageable (no weird textures), and they’re easy on my stomach, even during longer runs. I alternate between the caffeinated and non-caf...
⚡ GU Gels: My Go-To Fuel for Long Runs
These SaltStick electrolyte chews are my go-to during long runs, especially in the heat. I prefer the tablets over drink mixes, they’re easy to pop mid-run, chew quickly, or even let dissolve slowly. As a salty sweater, they’ve been a game-changer fo...
Pop, Chew, Go: My Long-Run Electrolyte Fix
These Bare Performance Nutrition electrolytes are hands-down my favorite for daily hydration. The flavors are spot on (not overly sweet), they’re super easy on the stomach, and they work whether I’m running, lifting, recovering, or just trying to sta...
Electrolytes I Actually Crave: Bare Performance Nutrition
This is the only protein powder I actually enjoy drinking with just water. No blender, no hiding it in a smoothie. I trust the ingredients, love the flavor, and appreciate how easy it is on my stomach. It’s clean, simple, and doesn’t leave that weird...
No Blender Needed: My Favorite Easy Protein
Run-Ready Extras
Let’s be honest: staying hydrated is non-negotiable, especially on those long park days or runDisney race weekends. But who says functional can’t also be fabulous?
Corkcicle water bottles are my absolute go-to for combining style, sustainability, an...
🧊 Corkcicle – Hydration with a Dose of Disney Style
Once you run with Shokz, there’s no going back. These open-ear, bone-conduction headphones are a game-changer for runners, park-goers, and anyone who needs to stay aware of their surroundings while still enjoying great sound. I use the Shokz OpenRun,...
🎧 Shokz OpenRun – Run Safer, Hear Better, Go Farther
These are the sunglasses I swear by — whether I’m racing through a runDisney course, bounding through the parks, or just out on a sunny training day. Goodr shades are lightweight, non-slip (even when you sweat!), and fit every head shape. No bouncing...
🕶 Goodr Sunglasses