Runners' Odds & Ends and Essential Boxing Gear

These are exceptional with great 1/4" thick gel protection over the knuckles and 120" of wrap.  Some still prefer a more traditional 180" hand wrap.

Simply the best bag glove.  Unmatched for quality, design and value.  If in doubt go with Large.  A good bag glove is a must for hitting the heavy bag.

An exceptional warm-up and for overall fitness.  Smooth and fast ball bearings with memory foam handles and coated steel wire cable.  Adjustable as well.

Love this for the home.  Fast-action spring for a realistic low-impact workout.  Fill with 140 lbs. of water or sand.  Great for cardio and speed.

A nice choice for a home free-standing  heavy bag.  28 lbs. and 130 lbs. filled with water.  The large spring at the bottom keeps the base stationary.

The ultimate for the home.  17"x62" of striking surface.  Fill with 140 to 270 lbs. of water.  Super durable with exceptional foam padding.

For the serious boxer.  This is the perfect density for hard training.  Select the 100-Pound Size (which is ideal).  Chain and swivel are included.

Brilliant design that mounts on the bottom and side of wooden beam.  Spring action to minimize vibration.  Not the cheapest, but look no further.

This spring is best for a 100 pound bag.  Further reduces shock to the mount making heavy bag training more quiet to the rest of your home.

26 oz. of odor-free clean-tasting glass.  Protected by a silicone sleeve.  This never leaves my side and is probably a must-get.  Glass is the way to go.

Not going to say that you don't need these, but they are nice.  Regular cotton socks aren't bad, but not terrible for Race Day and longer training runs.

This is great for training runs (to hold a few items), Race Day and maybe essential for travel.  Pay attention to the sizing chart and color choices.

A great do-it-all hydration belt for running.  No-bounce silicone grip that contours to the body.  Comes with two 8 oz. bottles.  Wear low on the hips.

This is very helpful when raining before the Start.  Comes in quantity 5 and is disposable yet reusable.  A great choice for travel and just to have.

These actually work.  Will be using them more myself; in light of just pulling a tick out of my head.  Essential for trail running and definitely for travel.

This is a small keychain flashlight that everyone needs no matter who you are.  Possibly the most handy item on earth.  Takes a single AAA battery.

Without a doubt the best value pocket folding knife of all time.  Ergonomic G10 handle, perfect size for all things and reasonably premium blade steel.

Consider Fox Labs Pepper Spray when looking for a personal defense item.  This is extremely harsh so don't test on yourself and don't ask how I know.