{"id":49782,"date":"2016-05-23T07:15:09","date_gmt":"2016-05-23T11:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=49782"},"modified":"2021-05-15T05:00:51","modified_gmt":"2021-05-15T09:00:51","slug":"best-running-gear-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/tech\/best-running-gear-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Favorite Running Gear Under $40"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sunny days and rising temperatures provide a pretty appealing invitation to lace up your kicks and hit the open road\u2014 especially if you\u2019re training for your next race. (Don\u2019t have one on your schedule? Sign up for one of these awesome 10Ks<\/a>!)<\/p>\n

But besides finding the right sneaker for your stride<\/a>, you\u2019ll also need some gear to keep you comfy and cool through every mile. That\u2019s why we rounded up some of our favorite running essentials \u2014 all 10 of which will go easy on your bank account. Grab a few key items, or stock up on everything for less than $250 total. We call that a win, for sure.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The Best 10K Races Totally Worth the Travel<\/a><\/p>\n

The Best Running Gear Under $40<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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1. Head Over Heels
\n<\/strong>The super light UA Fly Fast Cap<\/a> will keep your head cool and dry even on your sweatiest days, thanks to the breathable fabric that wicks away moisture and helps regulate body temperature. It\u2019s also anti-microbial to keep your hair (and the hat itself) fresh. ($25, underarmour.com)<\/p>\n

\"Best<\/p>\n

2. Shades of Glory
\n<\/strong>Avoid squinting and sun damage (and look super cool) with the Peppers Frontline Sunglasses<\/a>. They\u2019re polarized, meaning they reduce glare so you see more clearly. Plus, they provide 100% UV protection and the polycarbonate lenses won\u2019t break if you accidently drop them en route. ($40, peppersusa.com)<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>9 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Running<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Top Choice
\n<\/strong>Featuring quick-dry technology, this C9 Champion Performance Cami<\/a> keeps your temperature down as you heat up. It\u2019s also so lightweight, it\u2019s almost like you\u2019re wearing nothing at all. Translation: Racking up your step count will feel like an absolute breeze. ($17, target.com)<\/p>\n

\"Best<\/p>\n

4. Bounce Control
\n<\/strong>No woman can enjoy a long run without a good sports bra to stop painful bouncing. Enter the Moving Comfort Sureshot Racer Sports Bra<\/a> that has a wide, secure band to keep everything in place when you\u2019re picking up your pace. Want more options? We\u2019ve also got eight more bras to withstand any workout here<\/a>! ($38, brooksrunning.com)<\/p>\n

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5. Short Story
\n<\/strong>\u2018Tis the season to bare legs, and these Old Navy\u2019s Go-Dry Cool High-Rise Compression Shorts<\/a> have it all. The high waistband lends a more comfortable fit, while the smooth, moisture-controlling fabric keeps you dry through every cardio workout. The flat seam also helps prevent chafing. ($18, oldnavy.com)<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>13 Awesome Podcasts to Get You Through a Long Run<\/a><\/p>\n

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6. H2O to Go
\n<\/strong>Of course you need to stay hydrated to make it through some miles. Get your fill of liquids without having to search for a fountain by picking up the FuelBelt Helium Sprint Palm Holder<\/a>, a BPA-free bottle that has a lightweight, adjustable strap so you don\u2019t have to grip it as you go. ($15, fuelbelt.com)<\/p>\n

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7. Carry All
\n<\/strong>Stay stylish while you stash your phone (it\u2019s big enough to hold the iPhone 6S and Galaxy Note 5), credit card and keys hands-free with the Large Pocket SpiBelt<\/a>. The cooler-than-a-fanny pouch expands or collapses, depending on how much you need to carry, and stays sturdy without weighing you down. ($23, spibelt.com)<\/p>\n

\"Best<\/p>\n

8. Sock It to \u2018Em
\n<\/strong>To maintain good running form and cushion your stride, turn to the Balega Enduro No-Show Socks<\/a>. With a seamless toe, they won\u2019t rub in the wrong places and the arch support and mesh ventilation will keep your feet pain- and wetness-free. ($12, balega.com)<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Want to Run Faster? Here\u2019s How to Do It<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Best<\/p>\n

9. Happy Feet
\n<\/strong>Blisters be gone! Before you slip into your sneakers, rub the Body Glide Foot Glide Anti Blister Balm<\/a> on common sore spots, like the inside of your forefoot or the back of your heel. It\u2019s infused with vitamins A and C to soften skin caused by dryness and chafing, but it doesn\u2019t cause that messy, greasy feel. ($8, bodyglide.com)<\/p>\n

\"Best<\/p>\n

10. Pocket Fuel
\n<\/strong>Replenish the electrolytes lost through your sweat and get a boost of energy with these Glukos Energy Gummies<\/a>. Made from the form of sugar, glucose, these tasty treats will help you power through the miles ahead. ($24\/12 pack, target.com)<\/p>\n

Disclosure: All products featured on our site are hand-picked by our editorial team in the hopes of getting you closer to your health and fitness goals. We only recommend products we love and believe that you will, too. In some cases, you might come across an affiliate link on our site, which means we receive a small commission should you decide to make a purchase. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Get all the running gear you need without spending major cash. From warm-weather accessories to tanks and shorts, our editor\u2019s picks are here! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":51,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[25,10],"tags":[288,133,108,84,341,357],"class_list":["post-49782","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-gear-gadgets","category-tech","tag-cardio","tag-gear","tag-running","tag-safety","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2running"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49782","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/51"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=49782"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49782\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49782"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=49782"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=49782"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}