I jumped into running dense, the most naive of morons.
When the pandemic of 2020 hit (and hit hard), I had already begun working out more at home.This was thanks to a recently acquired Bowflex and various free weights.
But being inside too much got old. The temperatures outside were too lovely to ignore, so I decided to start running.
I really didn’t put much thought into HOW to run, my excitement to try something new was too high to actually think it through like a rational human being.
What I learned very quickly about running is that, sweating happens, and sometimes a lot. The sun gets hot, and can burn your head. Your phone becomes an anchor in your pocket. And your feet…your poor feet…
Through swift soreness and eye stinging, I realized running can be enjoyable, but, only if you prepare correctly. There were a few things I needed, and needed soon, if running were to stay a part of my new routine.
Below, are my list of the 5 things, a year later, that I must have when running outside. Else, well, I just won’t go. They are THAT important.
New Balance 860v11
I recently visited a running store for the first time. I was informed that my then horrible running form was partially to blame for my sore feet after ANY distance run. I tried on a few pairs of shoes, and decided on these New Balance. Now, I have always been a skeptic that more money equals BETTER. But in this case, higher priced shoes DID equal better…a lot better. My foot soreness went away, and the shoes even helped with some form correction. I will never wear regular shoes running again..unless it’s like…from a murderer or bear….otherwise, it’ll always be REAL running shoes.
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Balega Running Socks
Now that I spent some bucks on legit trainers, I felt like I wanted to make sure that I got the most out of them…and surely my Hanes comfort crew socks were not intended for this type of activity. Further research showed that running socks are a real thing. Now, running socks won’t make you faster. But, they WILL provide breathability to your now stank feet during a run, and, help cut down on sweat, which can lead to blistering. And of course, the additional comfort during the run will help you stay out for longer, and let you push further.
Available on Amazon, various colors. Click here: https://amzn.to/3Ac6FN9
Ewedoos Sports Headband
In the heat of the early spring early summer last year, sweat was a battle. Specifically, sweat which seemed to have a direct pipeline directly into my eyeballs, causing pain, discomfort, and in many cases, an early exit from my intended route due to lack of vision. I found these workout headbands, which if I am honest, aren’t too far off from being repurposed panty hose for your forehead, but, actually work. These lightweight sweat stoppers are effective. Additionally, these are thin enough to wear under a hat.
Available in various colors here on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2X0Xd0P
Mission Cooling Towel
While the headband above does a heck of a job protecting my eyeballs from sweat sizzling, it can’t stop ALL the sweat, and certainly I sweat all over when running. This cooling towel has been extremely handy to keep on my hip, just in case I get a bit too slippery all over when I’m running and need to towel off. Also, I got the bright green color (which is usually the cheapest priced color) to help with drivers by visibility of me on the road. Oh yeah, and when you snap the towel, some sort of magic makes the towel cooler..which…I can’t explain, but I love.
Available on Amazon in various colors: https://amzn.to/2X0Xd0P
VUP Armband for Phones
Ever tried to run with a pocket full of rocks? That’s what it’s like when you try to run with a phone in your pocket. It’s the perfect way to totally avoid any sort of running rhythm and ensure you will quit way too early from being annoyed. Turns out, this problem was solved for humanity a long time ago, I just had my head in the sand. This specific band still looks and holds up today just as well as it did a year ago, which is surprising, because it’s been ravaged by massive amounts of sweat and sun. The velcro still holds just as strong, and the rubber holders have lost zero elasticity. I won’t run without my phone for music, and I won’t run with my phone unless it’s in my armband.
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