It’s time to treat yourself with some running gadgets. These aren’t any old gadgets though, they all fit in with muddy races perfectly.
Go Pro Hero 3 Camcorder
Go Pro Hero 3 Camcorder - needs little introduction really but perfect for recording obstacle races, going skiing, bike riding, the dog, the kids or also to take photos.
Prices start at £179.99. Buy from Amazon
Weighted Running Vest
Run with 10kg on your back which is a great way to build strength and endurance. This vest is fully adjustable so you can choose your weight load to carry when you’re running by the 1kg weights inside.
RRP £30 from Amazon
Altitude Training Mask
Simulate altitude training at 3,000, 6,000 and 9,000 ft with this face mask to that helps condition the lungs by creating pulmonary resistance and strengthening the diaphragm.
The makers state the mask will help you regulate your breathing, increase lung stamina and capacity, oxygen efficiency and increase overall mental focus. Just ignore the funny looks or the Bane lookalike jokes.
Prices start at £67.99 from Amazon.
GPS Watch
If you haven’t got one you don’t know what you’re missing out on. Track your weekly distance, how fast you’re running and make sure you are improving. Link up to Strava and track your weekly performance in their app or website.
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Suspension Trainer
You’ve probably heard of the TRX and it’s made its way into most gyms over the last year. Suspension trainers are perfect for Obstacle Race training as it builds strength and endurance against your bodyweight. They are also great for all levels, you can take them anywhere and it’s constantly engaging your core.
TRX RRP £192 from Amazon or WOSS Suspension Trainer RRP £24.99 from Amazon
Powerbag PT Hydro Soft Cell
Want to practice carrying a log or sandbag? If you want a nice clean way of doing it this your baby. This bag has ‘dual fuel’ cells as its key feature. This means it can incorporate either 2 water filled options or any combination of three sand filled cells, thus giving massively increased flexibility to the user in weight from 6-25kg and in training effect. Sounds pretty cool and perfect for travelling.
RRP £56.99 From Leisure Lines GB
Dry Robe
The onesie of the fitness world. It’s a warm fluffy towel in a coat, so when you finish after your race just jump into the Dry Robe to keep warm. It’s also shower proof and wind proof.
RRP £95.99 Buy from ObstacleKit.co.uk
Inov-8 X Talon 212
You’ve slipped about enough and it’s time to get some grip. Purchase these and you won’t look at another shoe again, perhaps. With their lightweight design and grippy sole they’re a perfect obstacle race shoe.
RRP £95.99 from Sportsshoes.com
Hyperwear Sandbell
If you’re too posh to steal a sandbag from your local roadworks these are for you. With varying sizes ( 1kg to 22kg) all you’ve got to do is fill it my some play sand. Great for carries, filling your ruck sack or home gym workouts.
RRP £84.99 From Amazon
STNKY Bags
Launched via our friends at Obstacle Kit this nifty little bag is your all in one wash bag. Stick your dirty kit in it after the race and then pop it in the washing machine! No mess and no smells!
RRP £25 From Obstacle Kit