Running Chat with @ReiReiRuns Show Notes

On March 16 I had a great conversation with Reixia. A seasoned runner herself, she gave great tips on how to prepare for a race and what she packs in her race gear bag.

Race Day Checklist

PRO TIP: Wear your gear on your practice runs. Test out everything from your socks and underwear to  your hat and sunglasses. Make sure everything is comfortable (no chaffing). 

Tips:  

• Charge all devices the night before (phone, watch, headset) 

• Lay out your entire outfit before hand (Take a #flatme pic to see if you’re missing something and  of course post on social media for encouragement and well wishes.) 

• Have your food and water ready to go. To eat or to take. Place in baggies or Ziploc bags so you  don’t miss anything and is easy to find in your bag. 

Prehydrate - you can use tabs like Nuun that you drop in your water bottle

• Make sure to have your race BIB and 4 safety pins if you do not have a bib holder. Bib holders can be great and will not puncture tiny holes in your shirt.

• Bring your ID and money just in case 

LIST: 

• Running shoes - both ladies are big fans of Brooks

• Socks/ compression sleeves these compression socks are great for both during your run and the recovery after.

• Bottoms (shorts, skorts, leggings, etc.) 

• Shirt 

• Run bra 

• Sunglasses - Phylicia mentioned she likes Goodr

• Hat/visor/headband 

• Extra ponytail holder 

ELECTRONICS/other: 

• Headset - Both ladies mentioned Aftershokz which allows you hear your surroundings while they are on

• Watch - Garmin is the leading option for runners

• Road ID 

• Race belt (hydration)/ Handheld bottle 

• Fuel belt (gels, gummies, etc) 

• Sunblock 

• Deodorant 

• Anti-chafe products, MegaBabe has been a great option for thigh chafe.

Running Injury Prevention Tips with @tiu_runner86 Show Notes

On March 24 I had a great conversation with Barbara a CPT. She gave some great tips on how to prevent running injuries and what to do if you end up becoming injured.

Calf Stretches:

Compression socks: Prevent cramps and swelling: Compression may help reduce excess movement of your calf muscles—why tire out your legs more than you need to? Wearing a compression sock while running may help decrease the effort your legs have to put in, meaning you'll go easier on your muscles and reduce the effects of fatigue.

Invest in running shoes: Brooks, New Balance, ASCICS are all great, going to a running store to get the right shoe for your feet is the best option.