The best items to support your marathon training

You’re running 26.2 miles - your feet are going to rub. This anti-blister stick save your feet from unnecessary chafing, whilst being small enough to carry in your running belt.

Of course, nothing new on race day, but start fuelling with these running gels now. They made it into our best running gels list, supplying a convenient source of energy (22g carbs) and electrolytes (118mg sodium, 9.5mg potassium and 1.5mg magnesium) in one hit.

If you’ve been training with your phone in a running belt, you might want to think about how you’ll fit it in there along with gels on race day. This running armband is a cheap option if you want to test out the feeling of carrying your phone on your arm.

It doesn’t bounce, it fits most phones and it has loops for gels. If you’re worrying about how you’re going to carry all your belongings for 26.2 miles, this will help.

If you’re looking for a solution to how to carry water with you on your training runs, a hydration vest might be the answer. This one is an affordable option, with plenty of pockets for your phone, water and gels. 

It’s one of the most popular Garmin running watches on the market.

They were one of the most popular shoes in our best running shoes test, and it’s not hard to see why. The Pegasus has reached the age of 35 by offending almost nobody and our testers loved this latest iteration, which has been changed a lot while retaining its ‘good for any type of run’ DNA.

We’re a big fan of Stance - these hidden socks have an extra tab at the back to prevent rubbing, and are also available in women’s sizes. 

Everyone will reach a stage during marathon training when they ask themselves why on earth they started. The solution? Try a motivational book, that makes you feel great about the power of running.

If you’re looking for a pair of headphones that won’t break the bank, these are affordable, sweatproof and have a seven hour battery life, so should last till you cross the line on race day.

Another popular running belt, you’ve got plenty of room for your phone, keys and running gels both whilst you’re training, and on rest day.

Aching legs? Magnesium oil supports natural muscle recovery. Try spritzing this on your legs before bed, and wake up feeling ready for your next training run.

Whether you sit in an ice bath or a warm bath post-run, adding these to the mix can help relieve muscle tension and help your legs recover.

A great pre-run fuel, this zingy brew, with Japanese matcha green tea and South American yerba maté, delivers a steady energy boost without the jitters of some caffeine drinks.

If you’re carrying water on your training runs, these silicone bottles are lightweight and can be rolled away once you’ve finished. This pack has two different sizes - one holds 237ml and the other holds 148ml.

If you’ve got long hair, you’ll probably want to get it off your face before you reach the start line. These hair bands will keep everything in place, and won’t slip when you’re running.

Another item that made it onto our best running gels list, these liquid-filled jelly sweets have a great texture, with a gooey middle that means less chewing. Each shot contains 5g carbs, ideal for a little-but-often approach to refuelling.

Of course, a big part of your training is fuelling your runs. We might be biased, but this cookbook is pretty great, and has over 150 recipes suited for runners.

Another way to make sure you’re looking after your legs is preventing them from getting too tight. This set has two different foam rollers and a massage ball, plus a book on how to use them.

If you’re clocking up your miles early in the morning or after work, staying seen is important. This running cap will protect you from the elements, whilst being fully reflective in lower light.