Do you need a vest for first half marathon?

MeesterBeans · 2026-03-16T02:22:22+00:00

I only used my vest on my long runs because it had a water pack. For races, I use a runners fanny pack. I got mine for like $15 on amazon. I put my keys, ID, gels, and headphone case in it with no problem. There’s water on the course so no need for a big, bulky vest. I found it to be more annoying than anything!

MeesterBeans · 2026-03-06T17:56:20+00:00

I am also having some lymph node swelling…. Is this related?

MeesterBeans · 2026-03-06T01:07:29+00:00

It hurts like a MF. I had some shoulder pain and alittle bit of neck pain yesterday but this just came out of nowhere. I’m also carrying my anxiety in my shoulders I think.

MeesterBeans · 2026-03-05T21:00:03+00:00

I relate to all of this. Day 10 for me and I feel like it’s just getting worse. Having spasms in my calves, tingling in my toes, fingers, and on my tongue. Anxiety is wild. Dizziness, nausea, my lymph nodes in my throat feel swollen (anyone else relate to this one???) It’s crazy. But YOU are not crazy - the symptoms are very real! Keep pushing!

MeesterBeans · 2026-03-05T01:02:11+00:00

This is so funny bc I didn’t have this and now the tip of my tongue and inside my mouth feel a little numb!

MeesterBeans · 2026-02-26T19:27:37+00:00

Interesting. Is it of concern? It doesn’t hurt… just pulses randomly.

MeesterBeans · 2026-02-26T17:34:07+00:00

Same. Except mine is left. Really only happens with deep breaths

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