I use this running belt! They have single pocket and double pocket options, and can add water bottles. Have used a couple different ones from them for years. (Sorry link is forever long)
I dislike a running belt and a phone in pocket. So I've used a Koala clip and LOVE IT. It lays flat on the inside back of my sports bra between my shoulder blades very securely and doesn't flop around. Game changer for me. https://koalaclip.com/
FYI that protein powder is a good amount cheaper at Trader Joe’s! Is the chocolate drinkable w just water in a blender bottle? I’m finicky with tastes but I put the vanilla in smoothies and it’s… FINE, but I’m not having fun.
SAME not having fun but happy to have a speedy way to get non-meat protein since i eat 75% of my meals while feeding another person. and yes, i buy the protein powder at tj's as well! (just like to have a link for the readers who don't live near a tj's.) i add one scoop of powder to about 8 oz of grass-fed 2% milk in the blender bottle and shake it into oblivion, then down it. way easier to clean than the vitamix and i can drink it faster than an icy smoothie, though i do like smoothies' flavors better.
Love the newsletter, Alex. Long distance runner here who recently converted to sports bras with a phone pocket between the shoulders and they are GAME CHANGING. You don't even know your phone is there. I've run 2 marathons in them with nary an issue.
Oof cosigned on crazy kiddos right now. I'm attributing it to the end of the school year and all the excitement and change of routines going on there. My 7 year old is like, on mountain dew or something alllllllll evening.
oh man i was i was going to see the bananas with you!! we went to a cubs game when i was probably 34 ish weeks pregnant with eleanor and i got some hilarious comments about being pregnant at a baseball game. (much nicer than the weirdos at the grocery store.)
I don't run but I do lift weights and love these pants for pockets for my phone: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QLWXQHJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1.
these look awesome. i love the 'no front seam' option. thank you ruth!
I use this running belt! They have single pocket and double pocket options, and can add water bottles. Have used a couple different ones from them for years. (Sorry link is forever long)
https://www.amazon.com/Fitletic-Running-Belt-Bolt-Black/dp/B06WD63F19/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2XGTQDW4Y17BV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z3iLxMOt_pitslw3xpxxgtXI0mzOBmPLJrf6QeDnXSS3wuwbxz_TCFSyGtHWmjZUBGRU9k3aVpJxn6l95uKRbt9lmZ0wbljKxoegdAlOubbULaOPOLQXELa_xwbZ5UpnRI7fdShPBunYFwZKPOtyuafIlAMehuJVXmGlLk4Nh3lrFXGGQmJva5YEqY9mzyY_0dMWjmA_oAoRpb1v2P3Y26QuOIFcgSSK6cvaCIKiZ7xcSfSGE7yCCS7zYUCtv2N5av-Lfi9M71EvrZwSSJwkJaknsKAudjZbQP235A66gaQ.p8BZmD2w2THy-HtFuSmizlULQqLAQGTwRf8Jo2gHTYM&dib_tag=se&keywords=fitletic+running+belt&qid=1715801591&s=sporting-goods&sprefix=fitletic+running+belt%2Csporting%2C191&sr=1-5
oooo thank you this looks much better than the one i tried.
https://spibelt.com/collections/running-belts The holy grail of running belts.
Second this. And On Sprinter Shorts for long runs and races. Phone fits in the waistband pocket.
i am working on getting brave enough for shorts :') very good to know about the phone capability
oh wow i believe you. i'm going to try.
I'm sorry you're having a hard week with the boys, Alex. My students have also *very a lot* these last few weeks.
very very a lot. thanks megan.
I dislike a running belt and a phone in pocket. So I've used a Koala clip and LOVE IT. It lays flat on the inside back of my sports bra between my shoulder blades very securely and doesn't flop around. Game changer for me. https://koalaclip.com/
omg what a *genius* invention. i wonder if it will work with my 34aa self, lol - i'll give it a try! thank you rebecca :)
FYI that protein powder is a good amount cheaper at Trader Joe’s! Is the chocolate drinkable w just water in a blender bottle? I’m finicky with tastes but I put the vanilla in smoothies and it’s… FINE, but I’m not having fun.
SAME not having fun but happy to have a speedy way to get non-meat protein since i eat 75% of my meals while feeding another person. and yes, i buy the protein powder at tj's as well! (just like to have a link for the readers who don't live near a tj's.) i add one scoop of powder to about 8 oz of grass-fed 2% milk in the blender bottle and shake it into oblivion, then down it. way easier to clean than the vitamix and i can drink it faster than an icy smoothie, though i do like smoothies' flavors better.
I've been running in these for literal decades and they've never let me down! https://shop.lululemon.com/p/womens-leggings/Nulux-5-Pocket-HR-Running-Tight-28/_/prod11400093?color=31382
Honorable mentions:
https://www.thenorthface.com/en-us/womens/collections/summit-series-c324773/womens-summit-series-ripida-run-tights-pNF0A82XL?color=JK3&length=REG
https://www.hoka.com/en/us/womens-tights-leggings/elaro-knit-tight-27%22/1141763.html?dwvar_1141763_color=BLK
oh WOW i must reward myself with one of these beauties after my infernal 5k! those lulu leggings in 'afterglow,' gasp! thanks tara
Love the newsletter, Alex. Long distance runner here who recently converted to sports bras with a phone pocket between the shoulders and they are GAME CHANGING. You don't even know your phone is there. I've run 2 marathons in them with nary an issue.
My favorite brand so far is Senitas: https://www.senitaathletics.com/products/sarah-sports-bra-white?variant=42767223554217¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&kendall_source=google&kendall_campaign=20119168786&kendall_adid=659998849586&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAC7RehnTVqm2ICRgAwxFQKXlEGbF3&gclid=CjwKCAjwupGyBhBBEiwA0UcqaMz8icygVOFSzKQl-2pOO3kpjAQWndnCmgHCf4kOilufPhSc0cSfnxoC0NIQAvD_BwE
However, I just found this post so may be branching out. Try one -- they are the BEST.
https://www.runnersworld.com/gear/g23064358/sports-bras-with-pockets/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=arb_ga_rnw_d_bm_comm_org_us_g23064358&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAC8UxKQAh40b2yb8TfKaQPmL1pPvQ&gclid=CjwKCAjwupGyBhBBEiwA0UcqaMU3sEhVXzY6oPIuQ7JY0-AB8MjXNMCKSppBUVY5qUarba87g2K2jBoCUTgQAvD_BwE
2 marathons! holy moly. i am a 32aa so i'll cross my fingers one of these works out - no way to know until i try on ;-) thanks darcy!
Oof cosigned on crazy kiddos right now. I'm attributing it to the end of the school year and all the excitement and change of routines going on there. My 7 year old is like, on mountain dew or something alllllllll evening.
yes i'm like whose kids are these?! sigh. love them so much. also so tired. lol.
1) I'm so sorry for your loss, Jen really rocked those bangs 🫶🏼
2) We have tickets to see the Savannah Bananas at Nats Park in DC in mid-July, when I will be 37 weeks pregnant... 🙃 Really hoping we make it!!!
3) Beyond Yoga leggings with pockets!!! I don't run in them but I do live in them! Any other leggings without pockets annoy me now.
oh man i was i was going to see the bananas with you!! we went to a cubs game when i was probably 34 ish weeks pregnant with eleanor and i got some hilarious comments about being pregnant at a baseball game. (much nicer than the weirdos at the grocery store.)