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There are obvious training essentials (Garmin, dry-fit gear, shoes, fuel, etc.) and not-so-obvious essentials. Here’s what’s keeping me sane, healthy, and hydrated as I approach the Monster Month…

DQ Blizzards
Today is a big day. My local DQ is re-opening today after being closed for the winter (that should be illegal). How was I supposed to train for a marathon without my beloved Blizzard? It has been a long few months. My mouth is practically watering. Turns out, I have a 20-miler on Saturday. Guess who is enjoying a Blizzard on Saturday?

Tennis Ball / Hand Sanitizer
These are grouped together only because they were sitting on my desk together. Obviously hand sanitizer keeps those nasty work germs away (people, if you are sick – stay home!). But the tennis ball relieves piriformis pain from sitting too long. I try and move around every hour but sometimes it’s not practical. Put the tennis ball under your butt and…relief! People at work already think I’m a little nuts anyway.

Compression Shorts
I’ve already posted about my love for Aspaeris compression shorts. These little (very little) shorts get the job done. At this point I’m wearing them to bed every night so my legs are refreshed for my next run.

Sleep
So, so important as I increase my mileage. Since I don’t have kids I have the luxury of making it a priority. I generally get 8-9 hours every night. I’m usually asleep before my head hits the pillow.

Amphipod Water Bottle
I’ve been using the same handheld water bottle for years now. I love this thing! I usually carry it through the winter since I dehydrate so easily. I never even notice that I’m carrying it.

Anything else to add?

Do you use a handheld water bottle? Or fuel belt? Or CamelBak?

Do you love Blizzards? I can’t imagine someone saying no!

When I wrote Monday’s post (on Sunday night) I was anxiously awaiting my run on Monday morning to test my hamstring. I was hoping all the diligent RICE I did over the weekend would loosen things up and allow me to get some decent runs in this week. I headed out the door (in shorts!) and…..I felt so. much. better. To say I was happy and clicking my heels through those 4 miles is an understatement! My hammie isn’t 100% but it’s getting there. Phew!

During the blogger meet-up before the Philly Half, Kari gave everyone Aspaeris compression shorts to try out (thanks Kari!). I’ve never tried compression shorts before…never really had the need for them. I now regret those words!

Fast forward to after the Philly Half, I was sore and my hamstring was screaming. I put the shorts on and wore them the rest of the day under my sweatpants. They felt amazing; I love the support they gave my aching muscles.

I used the compression shorts as part of my RICE therapy all last week. I even wore them to work yesterday (under my work clothes, of course. Have you ever looked at yourself wearing Spanx? That’s what these look like…it’s best to hide them under clothing unless you are built like a supermodel). They were so comfortable, I forgot I had them on.

These shorts came at the absolute, most perfect time. They definitely played a role in healing my hamstring.

My only minor complaint would be they are a little roomy in the waist. I don’t think anything could be done about that because a smaller size would be too small. They are tight where they should be tight and that’s what counts.

Do you wear compression shorts? Do you wear them during a run or post-run ?

I was given Aspaeris compression shorts at no cost; however, the opinions are my own.

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