Today was the last early-morning for this week!
I am really starting to love early-morning runs before the sun rises. In fact, as soon as the sun starts to rise around 6:45 am these days, I feel a little less hard core (only half kidding!). Maybe I will give up the routine as quickly as I formed the habit, but something about the darkness of early morning runs makes it more exciting so I will keep at it for now!
Not the Boston night sky! Taken by my friend @imnotquitejack in NH last month!
My long runs will continue in the later hours of the day on the weekends. As opposed to weekday runs, I typically carry my phone and GU/honey stingers with me on long runs and races. Carrying gear can be a hassle (I like keeping my hands free), but I’ve found it to be very easy when using a SPIbelt.
SPIbelts in action on race days:
I love the way that the belt fits around my waist- never rides up or down- the belt is adjustable so it can fit all sizes, and can fit even larger items like the iPhone 6. The pocket never bounces even if it’s filled with my goods. The original SPIbelt comes in many colors- I personally have the navy blue and starts and stripes models. I have noted that the SPIbelt is water resistant, so during rainy runs, I keep my phone in a plastic bag.
SPIbelt is giving away one original belt to a lucky reader—color of your choice!
To enter the giveaway, just leave a comment! If you want more entries then share the giveaway on instagram, twitter, or facebook. Be sure to email your friends and leave a separate comment telling me that you did!
Giveaway ends Friday!
Thanks for reading this blog!! Good luck!
Jane Runs Wild 
worth a shot! so I have something for my phone when I am running.
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Ah-mazing!! I need something that isn’t too tight and doesn’t ride up!
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I’ve never tried a SpiBelt before but have always heard great things about it!
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I’m a morning runner two, twice a week. I’m taking a short break from running for injury, but when I was doing morning runs I always could count on running friends to join. Since I’ve had to take a break, they’ve stopped the morning runs. Hopefully they’ll pick back up with me in a few weeks! I feel pretty badass being out there before the sun is up too, especially now that we’re heading into winter.
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These look cool! I’ve tried other belts but I like the look of this :)
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I love your dedication!! I sometimes rise early for a run but more often than not i will go after work. Its fairly difficult with a 4 week old baby and 3 year old to manage early mornings all week, I grab all the sleep i can get at the moment ha :)
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I have a generic fuel belt, but is constantly moving up and down and the gels become very annoying. This looks like it would fix that problem!
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I started running at 5am 3x/week since this last summer for my first marathon (not enough running for that but that’s another story lol!) i love the early mornings, when the kids sleep all night anyway. I was always trying to figure out how to carry stuff. I remember you showing me the spibelt at my first half. Ive kinda fell off the wagon with running recently except for a few 5K’s. I have a half planned in February so I’m trying to get my act together :) love this blog!
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Seriously wish I had purchased one with race bib toggles a few years ago; opted for a race belt with toggles and no pocket — have regretted the decision ever since. Really would like the pocket option.
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I would LOVE a spi-belt. I used to wedge my phone into the pocket of my favourite running shorts, but now I have a take an inhaler with me, my phone won’t fit, so this would be perfect for me :-)
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Definitely in need of a new belt! My debit card fell out of the one I have now and now I’m too worried to use it anymore. Fingers crossed!!
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I have a more significant belt that I use for long runs which holds two water bottles, it’s great, but this seems like it would be great when something smaller is needed.
I’ve only done one run in the dark and it was in the fall. It was pretty cool to be out as the sun was coming up.
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You look amazing in all of those photos. How could you look that radiant after a race? Thanks for the info about the belt. I’d love to enter this fun give-away competition xD
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Right!? Whether it’s true or not I always feel I’m a mess after a race.
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You guys are too kind! Some of these pics were taken before the race started :)
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Would love to try it. I’m never sure how to carry everything securely. Also, I love seeing your pictures of Boston since my son is living there now!
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Worth a try :) I started running few months ago and my limit for now are 5Ks. I am not a morning runner though!!
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such a fan of spibelts! i wear mine in the back and i generally hate having anything extra on me when running, but these have always worked well for me.
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Wooh one of those would be so nice!
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I would love one of these. It’s on the Christmas list.
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Jane- you’re lookin good in that spibelt! Hopefully it doubles as a whip so you can fend off all the boys running after you. (Not that they could catch you due to all of your speed training.)
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Oh, question: Is the spibelt big enough to hold an iphone 6s? Or do they have varieties that are?
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Yes, I believe the original model can fit any iphone (and more!) Good luck!
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Thanks for the giveaway! I’d love a SPIbelt!!
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That looks awesome for running! I would love to try it. :)
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My SPI belt is one of the most useful pieces of running equip I have ever purchased. They hold so much!
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Thumbs up for SPI belts! I’ve used mine so much I’ve worn a hole in it, so I could do with a new one!
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I have been wanting a new SPIBelt – mine has been around the world and needs to be replaced. Nice blog too…look forward to following you.
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I’ve heard a lot about these recently -thanks for sharing you thoughts on them. Also – cool that you’re out running under the morning stars! You’re now a #darkskyrunner!
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I struggle so much with morning runs!! But it looks gorgeous under the stars!
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I just upgraded my phone so I need a new running belt. I love running the early morning. I miss the sunlight be there’s something very serene about running under the stars :)
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I would enter but I already have a few spi belts!! haha they’re kind of an essential for a marathon runner.
Have a great weekend!!
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Congrats on your recent marathon!!
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Thanks! Vegas…number 16 I mean, was a good one! Woot woot!
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Whoaaa,I want these SPIbelt! I’m just a “have fun” runners,but I think SPIbelt is the must have items for runners. ;)
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I’ve heard good things about the SPIbelt and you just added to their very positive reputation. I’m honestly not likely to wear it but I know people that would!
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Ohhhh a SPIBelt is definitely on my wish list! :)
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We have selected a winner for the giveaway but stay tuned for more! SPIbelt is great, I highly recommend getting one if you can!
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