1. Body Glide – Eliminate chaffing and ensure you’ve got no reason to stop. Vaseline works well too!
2. Wool socks - They are the best at pulling moisture away from your foot which helps to prevent blisters
3. Running shoes – Stop running in your cross trainers and get fitted for a true pair of running shoes. Your local running shop will analyze your stride for free and let you run around in the shoes to test them out.
4. Salt Stick tablets - During summer sweat-fests you can wash out your electrolytes with all the water you are taking in and electrolyte tablets like SaltStick that will help to keep you balanced.
5. MapMyRun – No need to run out and get a GPS watch when you are starting out! Instead you can look up your route and distance on MapMyRun. I used for months and then moved on to something "pricier" but still enjoyed the app.
6. Anti-bacterial – If you want that dry fit clothing you are buying to keep you smelling like a rose, be sure to look for “anti-bacterial” on the label.
7. Sunglasses – Not only do they protect your eyes from flying debris, and reflected sunlight, but they ensure you don’t squint which helps to keep your face relaxed.
8. Handheld Water Bottle – For many new runners a handheld water bottle is easier to adjust to than a waist belt and takes less effort to grip than a water bottle alone. I've used both in the past, and let the day dictate how I carry my water.
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