Training for a marathon is a challenging task, but with the right products, it can be made easier. Three Women's Health editors, Abby Cuffey, Addison Aloian, and Olivia Luppino, are running the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon and share their essential gear.
These editors have different preferences when it comes to running shoes, clothes, and gear, and are at various stages in their running journeys. Abby, an executive editor, is running her fourth marathon, while Addison and Olivia are taking on their first marathons.
Their training was made possible with the help of certain products that enabled them to run stronger, longer, and faster. Women's Health may earn a commission from the links on this page, but only features products they believe in.
These products helped them run stronger, longer, and faster in training.
The editors present their 2025 (unofficial) Marathon Awards, highlighting the gear that supported their journey.
Author's summary: Editors' favorite products for marathon training.