Running accessories

jondspen

I have a CamelBack that I run with. I carry my water, wallet, keys, and phone in it. I am doing triathlon sprint training, so I have it with me on the bike, then can quickly jump off, change shoes and run shorts...and am on my way again. A little bulky...but it's what I got for now and does the job.

changeconsumeme

I've thrown dignity out the window and I run with a hydration belt. It's a fancy fanny pack with a slot for a water bottle. I usually wear it with the bulky part on my back rather than the front of my waist. Found it on Amazon.

kgirlhart

I run with a flipbelt. I love it. I also have a water bottle that fits in it. I don't always carry water, but I do live in Texas and if it is over 90F I carry water. Sometimes I just pour it on the back of my neck. But in the winter I don't generally carry water, but the flipbelt works well for my phone and keys and some tissue.

lorrpb

Running Buddy pouch for my phone. Keeps it nice and secure. I also have a small waist pack with a water bottle that is not annoying.

Tacklewasher

I broke on of my flipbelt water bottles. The bottle is fine but the top is busted. I went back to a belt for my water bottle. It's easier to get to when running.

So, watch (VivoActive HR), phone in the flipbelt, bluetooth headphones, key in the flipbelt. Good shoes, compression shirt cuz my belly is still too big and flops around, headband for warm runs, headlight and reflective jacket for early morning runs.

pomegranatecloud

Garmin watch. Handheld water bottle. Bras, tops, shorts, and tights with pockets for your phone, keys, and whatever else you want to carry.

AnvilHead

Garmin 935 watch, running belt for my phone and car keys, bluetooth headphones. And sometimes a Scosche Rhythm+ HRM band (when I feel like using it).

zdyb23456

I always carry my phone. For runs less than 7 miles I have a roo pouch that I can tuck my phone into so I don’t have anything in my hands. It’s only big enough to carry my phone and a key.

For longer runs I used to have a handheld water bottle and a spandex belt that would hold my phone because I didn’t want to carry both my phone and a water bottle. I recently purchased a hydration vest because 20oz was not enough water during 12 mile runs in the heat and humidity. I really like it cause I can be totally hands free. It holds my phone, key, and up to 2 liters of water comfortably.

I wear a Garmin Forerunner 235 to track activity.

bendyourkneekatie

Just my phone. In my hand. I listen to music and/or podcasts and sometimes want to skip ahead so I just carry it. I had an armband but it rubbed holes in my arm so I stopped wearing it.
I have a Garmin but I just wear it for races and use a phone app for training as I'm going to be carrying my phone anyway.
I only drink water on longer runs, and then will just stop at a water fountain en route. If I'm running over 30km I'll put a gel in my pocket.

Cbean08

I hate carrying anything extra. I do short distance now, usually between 4 and 7 miles. But even when I did long distance over 20 miles I didn't need water or fuel with me.

I stick my key on my shoelace, and my phone in either my bra or in a pant's pocket. I always chew gum when I run too which I think helps stave off thirst.

MeanderingMammal

I'd support the suggestions of a dedicated GPS tracker. I started with a Forerunner 310XT and now use a 735XT. Better tracking accuracy and battery life than a phone.

In terms of carrying anything, I have three setups.

• Flipbelt, as upthread. Fits my mobile phone, card/ cash, wipes and my reading glasses. Largely for short distances up to ten miles.
• Camelbak handheld with 675ml of fluids and a pocket on it. I'll use that for lapped races or medium longer runs.
• Inov-8 Race vest if I'm on a point to point race or training away from support. It'll carry two 500ml fluids, gels, first aid kit, space blanket, waterproofs/ spare base layer/ camera etc.

Some races have a mandatory kit list, so it's also useful to train with the kit. The race vest also has loops to hold running poles if I'm going to be using those, although up to marathon distance I'll just hand carry them.

Other useful purchases would be:

• Glasses
• Buffs
• Bone conduction headphones

It's easy to get carried away. As you get more adapted to running you'll have much less need of fluids or food.

Linz91741

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Depending on the length of your runs, you might want to try running without carrying water. It makes things much easier from a logistics perspective (water isn't exactly light or compact) and chances are that you might actually be hurting your running performance by drinking too much water along the way. Many runners (myself included) don't bother with water mid-run unless we'll be going for an hour or more.

It's not critical but is something to consider. If you ever start running for race times/performance, then you'll definitely want to revisit your hydration needs.

Key running accessories for me are a true run tracking watch (the ability to review stats around cadence, pace, HR, etc. help tremendously), an armband for my phone (I actually don't mind carrying it in my hand most of the time but the band is a lifesaver for longer runs), wireless headphones, and a good stockpile of shorter and longer podcasts. I generally run with a bare minimum.

Another option for water...if you do and out and back or repeat laps of a track or route, just leave your water bottle somewhere along the way. Nobody will mess with it and you can grab a drink as you pass by.

i hate carrying anything, i only bought the belt because i felt like water would probably help on my long runs!

Sometimes I wonder if I'm experiencing a hydration issue because i get seriously parched by a half mile! Thanks for the feedback. I often run laps around my neighborhood, I could totally leave a water bottle somewhere :-)

How much do you drink in a normal day. It's doubtful that running half a mile is actually dehydrating you.

I shoot for 8- 8oz servings and am usually successful. Yesterday I drank about 4oz before running a mile and was fine, so I am going to start drinking before a run.

Linz91741

kgirlhart wrote: »

I run with a flipbelt. I love it. I also have a water bottle that fits in it. I don't always carry water, but I do live in Texas and if it is over 90F I carry water. Sometimes I just pour it on the back of my neck. But in the winter I don't generally carry water, but the flipbelt works well for my phone and keys and some tissue.

The weather is a good point...I started running in July so probably felt more of a need for eater. Now that it's cooling down, that might improve!

EHollander89

I have Bluetooth headphones to listen to music, and they came with an armband for my phone. I have a small handheld water bottle with a pocket that I take with me on super hot days. My keys or any fuel/snack fits in the pocket. I usually leave my keys in my car in a compartment. I have OnStar and can lock/unlock my car from my phone. I just got a new running belt for my birthday. Haven't tried that out yet.

scorpio516

I have a watch, a mp3 player, and a key. That has worked great for the last 20+ years

As for actual accessories I have 3 different pairs of gloves - temperature dependant - 2 caps - warm vs cool - 3 stocking caps, and a couple pairs of sunglasses

AnnieLewandowski302

I use a flipbelt to hold my cell phone and cards (ID, credit card, health insurance) for my short runs. On my long run, I use an Adventuridge water backpack and use that to hold my mid-run snack too. I use the Garmin
Vivosmart HR+ to track my runs with GPS. It also records heart rate, steps, elevation, pace, etc. Perk- it's waterproof, so no matter how much I sweat, it keeps on truckin'. Good luck!

SwindonJogger

owned several garmins over the years and my latest the 935 is the best yet.
when i run with music i use a ipod nano and plantronics backbeat fit.