Favorite Things

CLOTHING
Shoes:  I’ve been an avid Brooks Adrenaline GTS wearer for over 10 years now although I wasn’t happy with the Adrenaline 12s update.  Overall it’s a great, supportive shoe but I wish Brooks would stop tweaking it each year.

Shorts:  My favorites these days are lululemon and Oiselle – you spend a bit more money but they are incredibly durable.   Lululemon’s Willpower Shorts (sadly discontinued) and Groove Shorts are my top picks along with Oiselle’s Distance Shorts.

Tights:  lululemon Wunder Under Crops

Tanks:  lululemon Cool Racerback Tank – it’s the only tank I wear.

Jacket:  In the winter I love Oiselle’s Burke Jacket because it’s lightweight, waterproof, and windproof .

Sports Bra:  North Face Stow-n-Go Bra – best bra ever to store fuel, keys, etc.

GEAR/FUEL
Garmin Forerunner 305:  I got this for Christmas in 2009 and it has really changed how I train.  It keeps me from going out too fast on easy runs (and races) and also tells me when I need to kick it up a notch.

Clif Shot Bloks:  I’ve been using Shot Bloks for the past few years since my stomach decided it could not handle GU anymore.  I generally go with the Black Cherry flavor although Strawberry and Mountain Berry are good too.

NUUN:  I’m a serious sweater and use NUUN (along with salt) to replenish electrolytes.

Amphipod Handheld Water Bottle:  I’ve been using this water bottle for years now.  It’s the perfect size and doesn’t bounce.

RECOVERY
CEP Compression Calf Sleeves and Aspaeris Pivot Shorts – I practically live in both of these when training.