Collection of running gear including a pair of white and turquoise running shoes, a race bib number 23143, black gloves, a black cap with sunglasses on top, a white towel with a logo, several energy gel packets, and a black running bag, all arranged on a concrete floor.
Man wearing a black cap, reflective sunglasses, and wireless earbuds, looking upward against a blue sky with clouds.
Man wearing a black cap, reflective sunglasses, and wireless earbuds, looking upward against a blue sky with clouds.

Gear, training apps, and recovery tools I run on.

Below is the short list of products that have actually earned a spot in my training and recovery rotation. Tested across half marathons, marathon buildup, and BJJ. If a code is included, it's because the brand offered my readers a discount.

Some of the links on this page are affiliate or referral links. If you sign up or make a purchase through them, I may earn a small commission or you may get a discount — at no extra cost to you. I only include brands I personally use and would recommend regardless of the relationship.

  • Discount Code: RUNNA1QJQCNJ

    Runna

    The training app that's structured every long run, threshold workout, and easy day of my marathon block. Built by elite coaches.

    Discount Code: RUNNA1QJQCNJ

    Let's Run
  • A black background with a white circle containing stylized white 'V' and 'W' letters inside.

    Whoop

    Sleep, strain, and recovery scores I actually check. Helps me know when to push and when to back off — especially through marathon block.

    1st month free with my referral link

    Strap me up
  • A black background with a white stylized letter 'D' logo.

    Dream Recovery

    Mouth tape that's actually comfortable. I sleep with it most nights — better breathing, deeper sleep, better recovery. Also, the best nose strips in the game for daily use, sleeping and training.

    15% off with code JAMESROCKS

    Dream State

  • Cadence Running Gel

    The Cadence Core 24 Gel is the unflavored, dual-pathway fuel that's built to go the distance without wrecking your gut.

    10% off your first order

    Fuel
  • DryWater logo with white text on a black background.

    DryWater

    Functional hydration that doesn't taste like a chemistry set. My go-to between BJJ rounds and after long runs.

    15% off with code JAMESROCKS

    Hydrate
  • A black waist pack containing a smartphone, a key fob, a juice box, a packet of protein, and other small items, with a separate bottle of electrolyte drink, all on a white background.

    Endorphin Belt

    The running belt I actually wear on long runs. Fits a phone, gels, and a soft flask without bouncing. Zero bounce!!!

    15% off applied at the link

    Belt Up

  • Magna

    **NEW PROMOTION**

    Started focusing on consistenty with electrolights that also helps with magnesium for recovery - all in one drink, no extras needed. Magna combines three forms of magnesium with key vitamins to fuel daily focus, energy, and recovery.

    50% off the starter kit with link below

    Magna Power

Ask me about anything on this page.

If you're deciding between two pieces of gear or want to know what I'd actually pick for your distance, email me. Happy to help.

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