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My Birthday Wish List (Part 2)

To continue my never-ending, ever-growing wish list of running items…(see My Birthday Wish List Part 1 for No. 1)

2. Crocs Prepair for athletes

What you wear after or before a run is just as important as your running shoes, especially for flat-footed people like me. My doctor told me to avoid wearing flat slippers all day so I’m forever in rubber shoes lately. I think these Crocs were made for me.

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Features:
- reduces muscle fatigue
- aids in recovery
- reduces strain on your body
- more arch support

Read more about it in Crocs’ blog.

3. New ipod Shuffle 4GB

It’s only 1.8 inches tall; this baby won’t bother me during a run—so unlike the nano I used to strap on my arm.  It’ll also carry more songs than my current 2GB shuffle.  I want! 

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Click here to visit mac site.

4. Vibram Five Fingers

With all my crazy injuries mainly caused by my collapsing arch, I have been reading about the benefits of barefoot running.  Doctors I’ve asked have responded differently: some are completely against it, others are so-so, while a running-doctor I know practices it often (Hi Doc Paolo of Pinoy Ultra Runners!)  While I do want to try it on grass, I’m afraid of any new injuries I may get from stepping on nails, insects, or worse a snake (talk about wild imagination, eh?)  So, I think the VFF will give me my much desired protection from the ground.

Vibram

Click here to visit Vibram Five Fingers site.

5. Skins/ CW-X/ 2XU

Any brand of compression tights will do for me! I have one pair of Skins and I used it at Condura. Woah, it blew me away. It kept my muscles tight (leading to the good behaviour of my ITB and knee during the race) and, much to my pleasant surprise, it was breathable and light. It didn’t get soaked in sweat but actually dried quickly. I heard that it’s good to have another pair to use AFTER a race to aid in muscle recovery. I agree—the more, the merrier!

Skins
Photo from Skins.net

Features:
- enhanced circulation
- faster muscle recovery
- moisture wicking
- reduces the build up of lactic acid

Read more on:
Skins
CW-X
2XU

5. Nike Night Vest

For running at night, this vest has reflective panels to keep you visible to motorists.  I tried it at Nike Bonifacio High Street and it’s lightweight and comfortable. Retail price: P495. 

Note to hubby: this is NOT a stand-alone gift; it must be purchased along with other items on the list.

Nikevest 

For now, this is it.  But, knowing me, I may just come out with Birthday Wish List 3.  I hope hubby’s ready for it.

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31 Responses to “My Birthday Wish List (Part 2)”

  1. advance happy birthday TBR. may all your wishes come true, you’re one lucky and blessed girl. :)

    Let Guieb said on Apr 23 09 at 9:17 PM Reply

    • Thanks Let! I’m not sure yet if my birthday wishes will be granted so I wouldn’t call myself lucky just yet hahaha

      admin said on Apr 24 09 at 3:36 AM Reply

  2. Grabehhhh! Mukhang tumatagaktak na ang pawis ni Miguel sa wishlist mo!!!!

    marga said on Apr 23 09 at 9:48 PM Reply

  3. Cool pick for the Five Fingers. I have a pair.

    Mel said on Apr 24 09 at 6:02 AM Reply

  4. Must be very expensive to marry an athletic wife*laughs*

    The Running Ninja said on Apr 24 09 at 6:22 AM Reply

  5. Happy Birthday TBR! The Crocs Prepair was also recommended by my ortho. On casual days for malling or strolling, he also recommended Sanuk. Cheers!

    FlatFoot Runner said on Apr 24 09 at 6:47 AM Reply

    • Oooh, really? I’ve been thinking about Sanuks for the past couple of weeks but was afraid it was too flat for me. Something to add to my list! :) Thanks

      admin said on Apr 24 09 at 6:46 PM Reply

  6. It may take a while to get your feet used to them. The first week I had the Sprint, I tried running on them practically everyday. I had blisters on my toes during the third time I used them. Just a warning though: easy on using VFF if you are not used to barefoot running. Try running on them in short distances once a week for, say, four weeks before increasing your mileage using VFF.

    Mel said on Apr 24 09 at 9:06 AM Reply

    • Yes, I read you should try BF running once a week and build mileage gradually to get your feet accustomed to it. Thanks for the info, Mel!

      admin said on Apr 24 09 at 6:49 PM Reply

  7. weeeehhhhhhh! todo na ito! :)

    vimz said on Apr 24 09 at 11:34 PM Reply

  8. Some ultra runners wore the nike vest at BDM 102. It really helped us getting seen. We had it on even during the day, you can never be too careful.

    As for the vibram five fingers, I no longer have plantar facialis. Using it on my speed run trainings at Ultra, it made my feet strong enough to endure the 102km.

    Side effect of Vibram 5 fingers: People will stare and think you’re wearing socks. I suggest you go for the Vibram KSO or better yet, the neoprene one. But original (pic) is still one of the favorites.

    Mark Bata said on Apr 25 09 at 12:24 AM Reply

    • I agree. You’ll get mixed reactions on you VFF: stares, chuckles, smiles. But it’s an all-around footwear. I use it when I’m home, when I go to the “sari-sari” store, and when I’m in the gym doing Crossfit WODs. I still have to muster courage to wear them in the mall.

      Mel said on Apr 25 09 at 7:21 AM Reply

    • That night vest or anything reflective is a must for night runners really.

      I hope VFF helps me strengthen my feet enough to combat the injuries. I don’t care if people stare. Anything to run injure-free again!

      thebullrunner said on Apr 25 09 at 11:12 AM Reply

  9. alot of runners from Boston Marathon expo i talk too are very happy they try the VFF. We all have PF, ihave my 2 years now not .

    Raffy said on Apr 25 09 at 12:30 PM Reply

  10. i hope toby is on this blog…runnr store should have all these by TBR’s bday or by june6 my bday…haha day before the mizuno infinity.

    mond said on Apr 25 09 at 10:56 PM Reply

  11. jaymie advance happy birthday! may the items on your wish list be given to you on or before your birthday! btw, the VFF is not sold yet here in the Philippines?

    odie said on Apr 28 09 at 12:32 PM Reply

  12. kinda wish you were like Oprah and I’m part of the studio audience watching your top favorite things! because that would mean I’d be receiving all these goodies as well hehehe :D

    joe said on Apr 29 09 at 7:48 AM Reply

  13. a friend told me he wanna run instead cuz he thinks it’s cheaper than diving. but i guess he’s mistaken…there’s more to it than a pair of running shoes! :-)

    kitakits sa mcdo (i hope!) :-)

    banggigay said on Apr 29 09 at 1:23 PM Reply

  14. Ya , my right foot 2 year have PF and my left foot just got it last january. PF hurts only after the run ,so be sure you have a good shoe when you are not running,i use my orthotics insole during the time iam not running,also ice it after the run .I do alot of strectching on my calves, because its connected to your achillesand connected to the base of the heel and streching into the metatarsal in the front of the foot.
    cushioning is not recommended method of pain alleviation,supporting the tendon will help reduce the stress of the ficia band. I also use foot rub ,tennis ball,golf ball and strasbury sock which keep the foot slightly flexed through out the night to allow it to heel . I use mizuno rider and ultra sole sorbothane,i dont use factory insole that comes with the shoes.

    Raffy said on Apr 30 09 at 12:48 AM Reply

  15. Hi, do you know where I can get VFF in Manila? TIA! :-)

    Dex said on Apr 30 09 at 4:57 PM Reply

  16. Where did you buy/get your Skins compression tights? Were you able to get them locally? I’ve been looking for compression tights not just for running but even for my other sports activities such as basketball and even for going to the gym… There are other compression tights around, have you tried other brands? How about Under Armor compression tights? Do you know of any stores that sell them locally too?

    Conz said on Jul 10 09 at 10:30 AM Reply

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