If you’re anything like me, I end up with my running gear scattered throughout my house, beckoning a moment of frustration as I scramble to find the one item I need right before heading out the door. I like to think even in my disorganization, I still know where I put my belongings. “I know it doesn’t belong there, but I at least know where I left it” can only be said so many times before you actually don’t know where you put all your stuff from your last run.

Enter: your running ‘go box.’ All the running odds and ends you tend to need for racing or training, in one convenient place ready to go immediately.

I once heard a member of the military reference his “go bag” in order to be ready for the call to action at a moment's notice. Then it hit me - why don’t I have this for running?! Shortly after, I was crewing for a friend at an ultra marathon where I saw a beautifully stacked tool organizer on wheels. As I peaked over at the setup, I saw an array of running essentials in the place of screws, wrenches, and nails. I’ve never been so stoked to see medicine, KT tape, GUs, and other running must-haves so perfectly organized. Not only is that beneficial for the day-to-day of running, but likely a dream come true for crews during fast paced pit stops. I finally bit the bullet, and I can confidently say it was worth the investment. Who would've thought that organizing your stuff could be so satisfying?! (Don’t tell my wife I’m admitting that).

Here is my line up of items for my go box so you can get brainstorming what will go in yours!

The box: Hart Tool Orgnizer

1. Pepto & Tums (and other antacids)

2. Ibuprofen

3. Ear plugs

4. RockTape ( or KT Tape / Athletic tape)

5. PR Lotion

6. Active Wear Spray

7. Roka Sunglasses

8. CEP Compression Calf Sleeves

9. Collapsible cup

10. Heart Rate Monitor