To become a better runner, of course you need to clock time on your feet. But that’s not the only way to improve. Building strength and endurance off the road, along with prioritizing recovery, eating foods that fuel you, and simply moving more throughout the day all support your pursuit of a PR and more efficient miles—not to mention enhance your health. That’s why we test the best tools out there to optimize the training you do when you’re not wearing your running shoes. Here, the best picks for a performance boost.
Apple Fitness+
Future
Glo
Nike Training Club
Yoga Wake Up
Jambar Musical Mango (12-Bar Box)
Kram The OG PB&J (12 Pack)
Harvest Snaps Green Pea Snack Crisps (12 Pack)
Evergreen Mini Waffles (5 Pack of 9)
Aloha Organic Plant-Based Protein Bars (12-Bar Box)
Lil Bucks Clusterbucks (6 Pack)
DripDrop Electrolyte Packet (16 Count)
Gnarly Fuel₂O (Bag of 25 Servings)
Mallory Creveling is an ACE-certified personal trainer and RRCA-certified run coach, who also holds certifications in kettlebell training, sports performance, and more. She has more than a decade of experience covering fitness, health, and nutrition for a wide range of publications, and nearly 10 years of experience as a trainer and fitness instructor. Mallory stays on top of her continuing education in fitness, as well as the latest science in wellness. She has worked with some of the best experts in their medical fields, and regularly interviews researchers, trainers, athletes, and more to find the best advice for readers looking to improve their performance and well-being. As a freelance writer, Mallory's work appeared in Women's Health, Self, Men's Journal, Reader's Digest, and more. She has also held staff editorial positions at Family Circle and Shape magazines, as well as DailyBurn.com. A former New Yorker/Brooklynite, she's now based in Easton, Pennsylvania.
