Running while carrying accessories

[Already_a_Runner]

I'm new here so not sure about this. I have been running for a while now and I like to listen to music whilst running (takes the edge off the pain). Sometimes I feel that I am more carrying shopping rather than running with arm band for phone, bag for keys / gels, light, gloves, not all my tops have reflectors so I have a reflection strap and the shoe lights. I guess question is does anyone have any tips on reducing load. Especially going into the Winter I feel it's going to get worse.

[Dexy5 Graduate]

Hello, I use a flipbelt to carry phone, small water bottle, keys (on a special clip), face mask (just in case). It’s like a Lycra waistband with slots in. My credit card goes in the zip pocket on shorts and leggings.

For long distance runs (over 10k) I have a hydration vest which has lots of pockets for edible goodies, water bladder or water bottles, and everything you could possibly need.

[Ian5K Graduate in reply to Dexy5]

Kendal mint cake? 😁

[Dexy5 Graduate in reply to Ian5K]

Yes you can fit that in too. I’d break it into chunks before the run though 😂

[nowster Graduate]

Hire a porter/caddy? 😉

[Tasha99 Graduate]

A hydration vest is way better than any belt especially if need to carry that much stuff? I just buy shorts and leggings with big pockets for anything like phone. I have a key safe on the side of my house. Don’t need to carry keys. Might need a gel or two on a long run. Phone fits in pocket. I never wear gloves.

[spongecat Graduate]

I bought this......amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08...

OK it doesn't address the water bottle issue but I don't need water for my runs at the moment. Fits my door keys, a few coins or a note, phone and/or ipod ... and comfortable to wear to the point that I am not aware of it at all around my waist.

[Roxdog Graduate]

If you're still doing cto5k you don't need gels or water or food. Just your phone really. I always take a couple of tissues and water for long runs (over an hour only). I use a belt and that carries everything I need, even on very long runs. The belt has a much for a small soft water bottle which I bought in decathlon. Unless you're running half marathons of more, you don't need to take much with you. My belt has a long strap so if I get too hot I can tie things I take off to the strap.

[Little_lizzie]

I have a bum bag for keys and phone.. I don't take a drink if running outdoors.. its in the car waiting for me when I finish..

Lizzie xx

[Already_a_Runner]

Thanks for the replies guys, issues I have is that a bum bag pulls on my stomach which ultimately makes me hunt for a toilet (not the best option at the moment) , I do run longer distances so would like a phone on me just in case, I live on a hill so most of the time I drive before I run and I suffer from Raynaud's syndrome so my hands are cold a lot. Prime example I was running my a running group yesterday and half way around took my gloves off which I than had to carry. Can't really see anything out there so may look to see if I can design something myself. You may see me on the Apprentice or Dragon's Den lol.