Essential Running Gear (Giveaway)
| February 12, 2013 | Posted by Madeline @ Food, Fitness, and Family under FitGear, GIveaway, Running |
I have been getting a lot of questions lately about my favorite running gear and I realized that I have never posted it here! I have written an entire running survey but never gear focused. After my awesome long run on Sunday I have been on a runner’s high ever since so I thought this week was as good as any 
1. Garmin Forerunner 305
I got my Garmin as a Christmas gift two years ago when I was training for the Go! St. Louis Half Marathon after I had Emmie. I have loved it ever since! I think it’s super easy to use. I have realized I am a Garmin “dependent” runner because it keeps me in check. Without it, I start out too fast and then crash and burn miserably.
2. Pro Compression Marathon Socks
I wrote about my love for my PRO Compression marathon socks. These have changed my life. Ok, I am being melodramatic but they have seriously made running a lot easier for me and made my recovery time less and less. LOVE. Plus, they run 40% off specials all the time.
3. Nathan Hand Held
I bought this Nathan hand held recently and have loved it. It is a 22ish oz water bottle which is big to a lot of you I know. However, I am a runner who needs a good amount of hydration while running. It doesn’t bother me at all while running and the pouch as enough room for my Honey Stingers, iPhone, and key.
4. Sparkly Soul Inc. Headband
Last year I won two Sparkly Soul headbands from Victoria and fell in love. Every headband I had tried before these either slipped or gave me a headache. I was skeptically when the company said they did neither but the sparkles attracted my attention. Once I tried them out I was sold. These headbands have staid put during the Go! St. Louis Half, the Rock’N'Roll Savannah Half, multiple yoga inversions, volunteering at the hospital (hence the above pic) and so much more. On top of that, the company interacts SO MUCH on social media and is always positive and friendly. LOVE. I need one in every color. Immediately. You can find Sparkly Soul on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram too.
AND because I love Sparkly Soul so much and they love the readers of Food, Fitness, and Family they are giving away a headband of the winner’s choosing to one lucky reader! WEE!! Enter via the Rafflecopter widget below. Sparkly on!
What is your “go to” favorite piece of running gear?
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Disclaimer: I did receive a free Sparkly Soul Inc. headband to review. However, I LOVE these headbands and all opinions are 100% my own. No other compensation was provided.
I’m not much of a headband wearer when I’m running, I can never find one that stays on but I figure I’ll give these a try. They’re super cute
My fave running gear would have to be my zero drop minimus shoes. Still love barefoot running, even if I’m not the biggest fan of running at times
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I’ve recently started wearing headbands during workouts. Lovin’ the black!
My essentials, lulu skirts, Pro compression socks, and Handful bras
I rarely wear headbands when I run, because they often end up bothering me or just fall off.I would love to give these ones a try. I really like the blue one that you are sporting!
I love wearing Sparkly Soul headbands during my workout. They keep the sweat off my face and my hair back…swoon. My go to gear for working out is definitely my favorite shoes, the Saucony Mirage 2.
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I might be the only one in blog land who hasn’t tried these… I’d choose purple!
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I think I would choose the teal one.
my favorite running gear has to be my asics running shoes! SO comfy!
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I would love a dark pink one!
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in a family with all boys (hubby, son and dog!) I would love some pink sparkles in my life!
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normally i’d say purple but i think the black would be super versatile. i like the wide ones.
I Love the Sperklyness!!! So pretty! I have major problems with headbands too, they never see to stay where I want them to, I thought it was just me!
Sparkly anything is good in my book, but I would probably choose a thin headband…either mint green or teal!!
WOuld love the gold headband
My go to gear is ProCompression
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I would LOVE a sparkly pink one!
I just got my hair cut off (yesterday, ahh!) and now I need one of these headbands to keep my hair off my face!!
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I’m really leaning towards the silver 3/8 headband.
I LOVE the thin rainbow one!
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My lulu pants or running shorts
Definitely a good pair of runners!
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I would get the thin silver one! So pretty!
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I would love one of the pink ones or the red/white/blue!
I would get the black one! I have not found a headband that would hold my super straight hair. Hoping to win!
I love my running socks. Is that so weird? They give my arches so much support!
I would choose the wide purple sparkly one!
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My favorite running item right now is my Garmin Forerunner 10. It’s pretty basic in what it tracks, but I don’t need anything fancy and I’ve definitely seen an improvement in my pace
I’d LOVE a headband to use during workouts instead of trying to clip my bangs back all the time, but I have the same problem you’ve had – they either hurt or they slip right off my head!
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I would pick a thin lavender one!
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I think I would want one in every color! Ha! I am little skeptical because all the headbands I try slip and move! I might have to try these.
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I would pick a sparkly pink headband! Anything pink always wins in my book!
I’ve been wanting to try these so bad! They’re so cute. I’d go for a sparkly pink or green one!
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I think I might pick the teal.
hot pink
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I can’t decide what color I would pick, but I’m thinking it would the pink, or maybe teal.
Recently I have been working my way up to incorporating longer runs but I know I’ll definitely need some water. I’m not really a fan of carrying my water bottle when I run. Does this water bottle really make a difference as opposed to just carrying a regular bottle?
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I think I would choose either the gold or silver if I won…I don’t know though- they’re all so pretty!
I have tons of pink workout gear so I would have to say pink
Thanks for the chance to win!!!!
I’d go for a striped color! So I don’t have to choose
I would choose the teal one!!
I’d get a thin black one
Would definitely need a pink one for sure!
I would get the sparkly silver one since it would match everything!
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I love headbands for running and working out. I can’t stand to have hair on my face at all. I’d love the pink band. It’s the only color I don’t have!
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I need something like this! I’d get the purple, of course!
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I’d pick the thin silver!
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I love these headbands!!! I just recently tried one out and want more – they don’t move and they don’t give you a headache – WIN! .. I would choose the red one if I won!!
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I love the one that you’re wearing! I’m a nursing student, and our uniform is a similar color, so that would be perfect on clinical days
Oh goodness- every single hair band I try slips- every single one! Would love to try the black sparkly one!!!
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I love the thin gold headband!!!
I’ve wanted the the thin black one forever! fingers crossed
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I’m currently not running a whole lot now but when I do I LOVE my Asics. Each year I try to get fitted for a newer pair and I’ve never had any issues with them!
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I’m not a huge sparkle fan so I’d pick their black nonsparkle!
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I would get the Blue/Orange Striped Wide Headband
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I love the blue one! Thank you so much for this giveaway!!
I need a purple one!
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I love the blue sparkles!! I am a huuuge fan of these headbands
I’d probably pick one of the pink ones. I love these headbands, and I think the hubs would kill me if I bought any more
I also run with a water hand held, mine is 12 oz, but my last runs were with TNT so we had water stops, I will probably have to move up to a bigger one.
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I like the teal headband!
I’d love to try the silver one! It would match everything! =)
Ahhh I love the sparkly headbands!! & I should try out the compression socks. I get the worst lower-leg problems if I run more than a couple of miles
I would love a black sparkle one! I love headbands!
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I am not good with decisions. Love the blue one you are wearing!
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I really want the silvery sparklysoul band!
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I would love the mint green sparkly headband!
Love the teal! Super Cute
I am loving teal recently and need that color in my wardrobe. Don’t worry–my love for pinks will always remain supreme to all colors.
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I would be forever lost without my Garmin 10… And the Apple Green headband would be perfect for my upcoming St. Patty’s Day race!
I would choose the thick black or rainbow one. I have a thin pink one and love it!
I love the teal one–these are adorable.
I just need my Nike FreeRuns. And a pair of Nike Tempos. Oh wait, sunglasses. I always run in sunglasses even if it’s overcast. I guess I’m more particular than I thought
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Love the black one!
I love my BicBand headbands and my bright pink workout tank; I feel so confident when I workout in them!
I love the gold sparkly!
I’d like to try the wide purple one!!
Would love a black one!
a thick black sparkly one!
I would choose the black one, love it!
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I would get a thin violet one!!
My essential running gear are my brooks pure connects, Oakley YSC Preserve Shorts and Oakley Align Bra
I wear my Sparkly Soul bands every day! I’d love a teal one!
I would love a thin violet headband! I rarely wear headbands because I can never seem to find one that fits right, stays in place, and doesn’t give me a headache.
I would love to win the black sparkly 3/8 inch headband!
Probably black….boring, but goes with everything:) Excited to hear about a headband that stays put and doesn’t leave that crazy bump from being too tight!
I would love to win and try this!! I like the blue headband you are wearing. Fav running item is my lululemon tank top
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Silver or black! I would loveee to try these
i love the wide apple green!
ohh i love these headbands! i love SPARKLE
but i would love the wide sparkly silver or the wide sparkly rainbow..hard to choose 
Orange!
LOVE the orange!
My favorite running gear is a good pair of shoes and my HRM. I just ordered compression socks – hoping I fall in love with them!
I have been wanting to try one of these for a long time but want to make sure I will like it before I buy it (money is kinda tight)! I would LOVE to win one!!! I would pick the large purple/lavender one!
My Garmin is my running essential these days.
I would get the large black headband!
I would love to win the Team in Training headband! I’m a 2x lymphoma survivor (diagnosed at age 20 and have been surviving since Nov 2009). I’m running the Nike Women’s 1/2 and the San Diego 1/2 with TNT and would so love to win!
I am a bondi band wearer myself, but I would love to try something a little prettier like this!
Sparkly soul headbands are my favorite to wear for any work out!
Great recommendations! I’ll have to give some of these a try!
I would love the light lue one in wide. Best headbands ever!
I LOVE my heart rate monitor when running! I just got one in January and it’s great to keep me on track and for HIIT runs i like to work myself to the max! I’ve heard great things about compression socks, i need some! That water bottle is a FANTASTIC product and need to get my hands (haha) on one of those! I often run outside with no water stops (mistake)!
I would love any of the sparkle ones!
I love sparkles and I love headbands! I would totally rock the black one every day
Purple (Violet) Headband would be for my youngest daughter. She loves to wear headbands!
I would choose the black headband
i like the Charcoal Headband
I would choose the thin black one
pretty and glittery is all I need.
I would love the Dark Pink Headband
I would choose the black headband
I would love to Purple Satin (no Sparkles) Headband.
I would choose the 5/8 Blue/Orange Striped
id love the teal one
I’d get the iced pink heaadband.