Menu Black Girls RUN! 0
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • FAQ
    • Contact
  • Programs
    • WalkB4URUN Training
    • Sweat With Your Sole 2019
  • Events
  • Join
    • Find A Community
    • Become An Ambassador
  • BGR! Foundation
  • Partners
  • Blog
  • Sign in
  • Your Cart is Empty
Black Girls RUN!
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • FAQ
    • Contact
  • Programs
    • WalkB4URUN Training
    • Sweat With Your Sole 2019
  • Events
  • Join
    • Find A Community
    • Become An Ambassador
  • BGR! Foundation
  • Partners
  • Blog
  • 0 0

Carrying Stuff While Running

June 24, 2014

shutterstock_142247860By Myra “MeeMee” Taylor One of my biggest problems when I started running outdoors was – Where do I put my stuff? Things like keys, cash, ID, mp3 player, and such. After a little research, I learned there are many options. Here are the pros and cons of some of them: Armpocket – These nifty armbands fit around your arm with Velcro straps. (Cost: $20 to $40)
  • Good: bright colors, easy access to your things, & can carry your phone
  • Bad: May slip down your arm after you start sweating
Built-in pockets – You’ll find some shorts and jackets with zippered pockets sewn in. (Cost: Cost of the clothes)
  • Good: Convenient and secure
  • Bad: Not much space and bounces when you run
Fanny Pack – Good old reliable fanny packs come in different sizes and shapes these days. (Cost: $5 to $40)
  • Good: Can carry a LOT of stuff & has an adjustable strap
  • Bad: Bulky and could bounce around while you’re running
Expandable Waist Pack – It’s like a belt but expands to accommodate your things.   Several companies sell them like Spibelt and Nike. (Cost: $20)
  • Good: Super lightweight, expands, & has an adjustable waist strap
  • Bad: Can bounce around when you’re running and looks bulky after you fill it
Shoe Wallet/Pocket – Clips to your shoe. Can hold a key, ID, and money. (Cost: $10 to $25)
  • Good: Convenient, easy to use, lightweight
  • Bad: Small & can’t carry a phone or bulky car keys
Flipbelt – I must confess, this is my all time favorite running gear. It’s a tubular waistband that fits snug against your waist. You can wear it over your clothes or under them. I forget I’m even wearing it while I’m running. (Cost: $28)
  • Good: Bright colors, doesn’t bounce around, secure, holds a LOT of stuff (keys, phone, wallet, energy gel/chomps, tissue, gum, mp3 player, a camera – all at the same time - I’m serious!)
  • Bad: Expensive
So you see, you have LOTS of options. You could even use a couple at the same time. Whatever works for you! Myra “MeeMee” Taylor is a proud member of the BGR-Los Angeles Chapter. Check out her humorous blog, www.cheapskate-a-holic.com, for tips on saving money and her short story “Lavender Sheets” in the sci-fi anthology The Memory Eater available on Amazon.com. Photo credit: Myra Taylor
  • Share:

Leave a comment

Comments will be approved before showing up.


Also in Black Girls RUN!

Keep Calm & Carry On Your Healthy Eating Habits During the Holidays
Keep Calm & Carry On Your Healthy Eating Habits During the Holidays

November 21, 2016

Read More

Your Quarterly Wellness Report

April 04, 2015

Read More

Add Maple Syrup to Your Workout for an Extra Boost!

March 18, 2015

Read More

Follow

Sign up to get the latest on sales, new releases and more…

© 2023 Black Girls RUN!.
Powered by Shopify

American Express Apple Pay Discover Meta Pay Mastercard PayPal Shop Pay Venmo Visa