It’s Friday, so I’m linking up with Running on Happy and Fairytales and Fitness for Friday Five 2.0. The heat arrived here last weekend, so I have summer running on my mind. I’m not exactly built for the heat, but I do have some products I love to get me through. Check out some of my summer running “must haves” and enter to win some to try out.
Five Summer Running “Must Haves”
There are a ton of light apparel options that I love. I’m going to do another post on those. Here are some accessories, fuels and self care items that I need for my summer running. First up, and in the heat, is the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon on Memorial Day weekend in sunny California.
Fuel, Hydration, Salt and Run Gum – For marathon training and long runs, I’ve been using Honey Stinger Chews for fuel and Run Gum for energy. In the heat, I add salt with Salt Stick caps (or chews). Post run, I re-hydrate with SOS Rehydrate. My fave flavor is Berry.
Sunglasses – I’ve been rocking these awesome Oakley Moonlighters since last year. From the Grand Canyon to the Lakefront Path, they’ve served me pretty well! They’re super light and don’t leave any funny marks.
Anti-Chafe and Deodorant – I’m not going to lie, I’m a sweaty woman! I always need a good anti-chafe product and long lasting deodorant in the heat. I’ve always had great luck with Body Glide. I love this small stick for travel. I’ve been trying out this natural, aluminum free deodorant from Crystal. It’s made with essential oils and is paraben and aluminum free. It’s also hypoallergenic. It offers 24 hour protection and also contains moisturizers. It’s a winner. I especially like the Lavender & White Tea fragrance.
Sun Protection – I haven’t always been the best about using sun protection. The folks from MyChelle Dermaceuticals sent me several products to try. They sent a Replenishing Solar Defense Body Lotion (SPF 50), a Tinted Sun Shield Stick (SPF 50), and Sun Shield Liquid Non-Tinted (SPF 50). All of the products are bioactive, ethically sourced and formulated with high-performance ingredients for great results. The body lotion is very moisturizing but not greasy and I’m loving the tinted sun stick, too! Kristin tried out the non-tinted liquid Sun Shield. She loved the light formula, high SPF and that fact that it’s not greasy. She’s a huge fan.
Blister Free Socks – I love my CEP Compression Socks for winter and cool weather running. In the summer, I like Ultralight Compression Socks or sleeves. When it’s really hot, I go with the CEP Compression “No-Show” socks. I’ve love the snug fit and (knock wood) never get blisters when I wear them!
Want to try some of my must haves? I don’t have all items to share but I will send one lucky reader the sampler above. The winner can pick a pair of CEP Ultralight Socks or Sleeves or a pair of CEP No Show Socks. Winner selects color, size and gender. I’ll also send an Unscented Crystal Deodorant, Body Glide, Run Gum, SOS Rehydrate, Salt Stick Caps and Honey Stingers. Please use the Rafflecopter below to enter. Winner must be a US resident, 18 years of age or older and the offer is void where prohibited. The giveaway runs through May 21. A winner will be selected and on May 22.
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What are you summer running “must haves?”
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