Let's dive into this edition of The RunnerBox and find out why each product is a game-changer for your runs. Remember...it's not just about what's inside the box—it's about unlocking the next level of your running journey by knowing how to use them.
The TL;DR version:
This box includes:
- Crazy innovative products to keep your muscles recovered
- Safety lights to make running in the dark safer and suck less
- Fun, on-the-run fuel to keep your runs exciting
- Ridiculously clean snacks to keep your nutrition goals on track
For those of you looking for a a deeper dive, here's the rundown on why we chose each one and how to get the most out of them:
⚡Oars and Alps Muscle Recovery Balm
We were pumped to find this magic muscle rub and here’s why:
The Triple Threat Roller - These three balls will give your muscles a massage to remember. They make direct contact with the source of soreness to soothe your pains away.
The Ingredients - Menthol and methyl salicylate team up to chill or warm your muscles just right. Then arnica and turmeric join forces with their natural healing superpowers to zap pain where it lives.
No Greaseball Vibes - This clear formula that plays nice with your clothes. Plus it’s scented with calmness-inducing lavender and sage.
Vegan and Cruelty-Free – Oars +Alps care about ethics without skimping on results.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
After days that leave you sore, locate this tube of magic and give 'er a little squeeze until you see the good stuff on the rollerballs. Put directly on the sore spot, keep squeezing, and use the rollerballs to massage that healing formula directly onto any areas that are feeling the burn. Feel the relief sweep through your body as you get your recovery on. Now, go crush another workout!
⚡4D Hydration 5 Stick Combo Pack
Say hello to the runner's fantasy blend. 4D was concocted by a marathon runner to include dream ingredients that act as the ultimate utility player for your body. Here’s what this dream drink is coming with:
Instant Energy - With 150mg of caffeine you'll be zoomin' like the Road Runner!
Laser Focus - Maca, B12, ginseng, and yohimbe will have your brain firing on all cylinders.
Endurance for Days - Beet powder gives you legs of steel to go the distance.
Joint Joy and Muscle Magic - Glucosamine, bromelain, glutamine, arginine, and beta-alanine heal you up while BCAAs recover you down.
Glowing Skin - Aloe and vitamins have your skin looking oh-so-good.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
While this product is great for recovery, we love it for a pre-workout boost. Blend one stick in 32oz of ice cold H2O, shake it real good, and sip it 30 minutes before you workout. We usually drink half before for energy and save the other half for post-workout to give our muscles the BCAA love.
⚡Aahana's Rice and Lentil Bowl
It’s not often we include a ready-to-eat meal, but we fell so hard for this one we couldn’t help but share it with you. You may be thinking, what’s the big deal with some rice and grains, but let me tell you, this bowl is about to rock your world in the most positive way possible!
Flavor explosion: The perfectly cooked rice, lentils and veggies all come together in a symphony of scrumptiousness that'll have your taste buds doing backflips.
Sprouted, Freeze-Dried and Rich in Nutrients The grains and legumes in this baby have been sprouted, which means all those tasty nutrients are supercharged and ready to fuel your adventures. On top of that, it's been freeze-dried, so every morsel is packed with the same delicious flavors and benefits no matter when or where you eat it.
Protein Powerhouse: With a massive 15 grams of plant-based protein per serving, this bowl will have you feeling energized and strong enough to take on any challenge that comes your way.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
All you have to do is add boiling water to the fill line, let it sit for seven minutes, and presto - you've got a gourmet meal without even trying. No fuss, no muss, just nourishment on the fly.
⚡Ascent Chocolate Whey Protein
We’re a sucker for any company that calls themselves the official sponsor of hard work. Truly, Ascent is the real MVP when it comes to fueling your grind. They use ingredients you can pronounce and use science to get the job done...
High-Quality: Ascent uses cream of the crop, premium milk for a superior amino acid profile and is made with native whey, the least processed whey protein available today.
Chocolate So Good It Should Be Illegal: Real cocoa makes this taste just like chocolate milk - but with benefits
Top-Notch Muscle Recovery: Recovery requires more than protein. This mix contains 25g of whey protein per serving PLUS 5.5g BCAAs and 2.6g naturally occurring leucine which helps trigger protein synthesis.
Clean Eatin’: It’s free from added sugar or artificial ingredients- just the good stuff to support your mission of fueling good.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
The traditional route:
We mix half a sachet after runs or a full sachet after strength training, straight into a shaker with water and consume within 45 minutes of our workout to rebuild muscles and recover for the next day.
Something more adventurous:
We add the powder into our baking (reduce the amount of flour by the same amount of protein you add) to make dynamo muffins, pancakes, etc. Here is a yummy recipe for chocolate gingerbread protein muffins straight from Ascent if you’re feeling inspired.
⚡XACT Energy Strawberry Fruit Bar
NOSTALGIA ALERT! These gummy fruits bars are like biting into those delectable candy fruit slices from your childhood, but with an endurance athlete twist. Here’s why we love them:
Natural Ingredients: These bars are made with fruit pulp, natural flavors, and glucose to give you natural energy like a bolt of lightning, but tastier and without the frazzled hair.
Easy Consumption: It’s made specifically to be easy to eat and easy to digest.
It’s so smooth, some say it slides down easier than a compliment on a good hair day.
Perfect for those moments when chewing feels like too much work and something hard on the stomach is out of the question
Compact Convenience: Fits in your pocket better than your phone—and way more nutritious.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
Pop one every 30-45 minutes during intense runs lasting longer than an hour…or when you're pretending to listen in meetings. It's the secret sauce to keep your energy levels more consistent than your ex's mood swings.
⚡Knuckle Lights Safety Blinker
Running in the dark sucks. Knuckle lights make it suck less. Here’s why:
Flash Bright Like a Runner: Research shows our eyes are better at detecting moving or changing stimuli. Blinking lights like this one are key to being seen by cars.
Lightweight Convenience: This light can be clipped to nearly anything (trust us, we tried) Plus it’s lightweight meaning you can easily carry several without feeling like you’re carrying enough gear to hike Everest.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
Clip one on the front of you shirt and one on the back of your shorts before any runs during dusky or dark conditions. It's not just about being seen; it's about shining.
⚡Extreme Sport Beans® with Caffeine
These hard-hitting beans are strategic magic candy for athletes. We're digging:
The ingredient mix: They really thought these beans through - packed with carbs, electrolytes, vitamins, and caffeine, they're like tiny, tasty power-ups that are scientifically proven to improve fluid balance, protect cells, and sustain energy
The flavor assortment: Assorted flavors mean every bean is a new adventure in taste and energy. Bye, bye flavor boredom
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
Pop two beans every 10 minutes during the crunch time of your workout or race. It’s like a secret weapon against fatigue.
! IMPORTANT ! Make sure you continue taking until the end to ensure you don't hit that wall
FOR EXTRA FUN: During hard intervals, don’t look and guess which flavor you’re eating as a way to keep your mind off the burn
⚡The GFB Bar
The GFB will be your new BFF for its...
Clean Ingredients: We love that we can pronounce everything in the short list of ingredients that make this bar
No flavor compromise: That being said, it packs a big peanut butter punch that we love
Protein-packed snack: Each 2oz bar is a compact powerhouse, delivering 12g of protein and a healthful high-five
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
As a hearty snack to keep hunger at bay on days that you've done a hard run and want to make good choices to capitalize on all those gains
⚡Rule Breaker Junior - Strawberry Shortcake
Those of you that have been with us for a while know that we're mildly very obsessed with Rule Breaker. It's a go-to snack for us because...
Guilty Pleasure, No Guilt: This innovative bar utilizes chickpeas as the main ingredient for a protein and fiber rich snack
Sinfully Delicious: Truly, how does something made from beans taste so dang good? Bonus: the portion size is perfect since we could eat these forever.
Allergy-Friendly: Free from the top 11 allergens, making it a worry-free delight for everyone.
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
As a better for you option when cravings hit and you want to stay on track and need something scrumptious. Also ideal for packing in kids' lunch boxes for a safe, tasty snack.
⚡Lesser Evil Himalayan Pink Salt Popcorn
Air popped popcorn may just be the king of runner snacks but when you can't air pop, this is your next best bet...
Simple Ingredients: Just three components—organic popcorn, extra-virgin coconut oil, and Himalayan pink salt—for clean snacking.
Runner's Dream Snack: High fiber, complex carbs, and ridiculously low calories to volume ratio = WIN, WIN, WIN!
💡PRO TIPS - How to use it:
Reach for this popcorn when you need a light yet fulfilling snack. It's perfect for those moments when dinner is on the horizon but your stomach can't quite wait.
! IMPORTANT ! NOT BEFORE A RUN: see high fiber ☝🏼💩
That's a lot...
We know. You can get each of these items individually for about $54. Or you could subscribe and get this box for $32. We're not mathematicians but....
And if you already subscribe (yessssss!!!) don't forget that you can restock on the Fuel Goods marketplace and save 15% off everything.
You can find your super secret discount code when you scan the QR code on the What's in the Box card found in your box.
Let us know what you think
We want to hear from you! Drop a comment or email us at feedback@therunnerbox.com to:
- Share other ways you're using the product
- Ask any questions you have on the nutrition side
- Give any other feedback
As always, it is our joy to hep you fuel your best. Here's to making every mile count!
