I decided to join Fitness Cheerleader’s blogging challenge for some of her great blogging prompts. Starting with my top 5 running must-haves. There was a time when this list would have been long. I tried every running gadget available and thought they were all my must-haves. Looking back it was part of the fun and excitement of being a new runner 
Now? Not so much. Basically my must-haves come down to comfort, safety, hydration and performance data.
1. Saucony – I’ve been wearing this Saucony for about 3-4 years. Every now and then I think about changing just for something different. Then I inevitably go back to this shoe.
2. Garmin – I’m a data person. During and after a run I look at performance based on data whether it’s knowing the distance, pace, heart rate or whatever. I kind of feel naked when I run without it.
3. iFitness – When I need a pouch and/or a hydration belt it’s iFitness. The best part, it fits so comfortably you don’t even notice that you’re wearing it.
4. Balega’s Hidden Cool Socks- Comfort! Just the right amount of cushion and in the right places. Fits snugly on the foot without feeling too tight.
5. Road ID – Safety. This is a must and it’s a comfort knowing I have it on. Maybe I watch too much Law and Order or Criminal Minds.
What are your fitness must-haves? Are you a just the basics type of person?
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ok so Im no runner BUTBUTBUT when I do I adore my YUR BUDS!!!
Miz recently posted..It’s summer junk food DETOX time!
i am not a runner, but i love my garmin and i always wear my Road ID when out walking or cycling.
Glenneth recently posted..Ten Great Reasons to Stretch
Great list! I love Saucony but they discontinued my shoe and I can not find a new shoe that I love as much as the old ones. I bought all shoes available online and should have enough for a year or so
Christine recently posted..The Long Run that never happened
my running must have are my sweet shoes (and pink laces, of course!) along with a sweat band around my hair to keep it all up and out of my eyes! i really like your road id. i don’t have one of those, and i think i really need to get myself one now! happy tuesday! spalove!
i would add my yurbud headphones to this list! they do NOT move and are super comfy!
courtney recently posted..Rearview Mirror::: July 2012
My running must haves are my Garmin, running skirt, sweaty band or bondi band, and Asics running shoes! I REALLY need a new fuel belt and everyone is recommending iFitness!
Mindy @Road Runner Girl recently posted..Back to School!
Mizunos, Garmin, iPod (I like my zippearz ear buds) and Ultimate Direction fuel belt beause it holds a full sized bottle!
Coco recently posted..Do Numbers Motivate You Or Hold You Back?
I’d love #4!
#5 is so important. I need me one of those!
Kierston recently posted..Part II ~ FFA Girls Talk Body, Mind and Goals!
Never seen that iFitness belt before – looks amazing!
Erica { EricaDHouse.com } recently posted..5k Goal Met!
I really need to get a roadID especially because I run alone a lot, this is a great list!!
MegG recently posted..How I #getafterit with a busy schedule
I love your list.. mine is so similar… I can’t run in this heat without my Nuun hydration tablets.
Garmin for sure! Oiselle running shorts. Champion sports bras. Spibelt. And ICE.
Tina @ Best Body Fitness recently posted..Sometimes I Do Too
Great picks! Road ID is a good one that I didn’t even think about but I never run without it:)
hikermom recently posted..Danskin Tri Race Recap
Love your Road ID! I never even knew they created anything like this so cool and love the color =)
My runner’s must haves include a watch, ipod holder and head phones, and a Nike Dri-fit fitted hat!
Nice list! Yeah i’m Garmin fan, It was great when i was training for my long runs and could set the pace keeper. Also since i was doing lots of Zone running it was perfect to keep my Heart rate in a specific zone.
Chris Donnelly recently posted..Redefining your Lifestyle
One is definitely my RoadID too! i like it for cycling. and then I also like my bike compeer (nothing fancy) and insulated camelback water bottle
Katie @ Katie Moves recently posted..Back to Lifting
i want to look into those socks! they sound awesome!
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Great list! I love Saucony too and my Garmin. I also love a good fuel belt!
Jamie @ couchtoironwoman recently posted..Wedding Memories: Trash the Dress
you’ve listed many of mine too! My saucony kinvaras, garmin, road id and socks are super important!! I don’t use a belt so I’d replace that with body glide
Amanda @RunToTheFinish recently posted..Busting the too busy excuse: Clean Eating
My list is SUPER similar except sub Brooks for Saucony
I need to get me a Road ID though ASAP!
Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family recently posted..Tips for Flying with a Baby (Revised)
Great list! My list would be very similar, but it would have to include body glide!! I am not sure what I could sub out, though, as everything on your list is really essential!
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