Running is everywhere right now, and with that comes a lot of noise. In this video I keep it short and straight to the point and share my actual running essentials and non-negotiables—from the things that help you stay consistent as a beginner to what I personally rely on in marathon training. I go through shoes (including why you should get your running style checked in a store instead of buying what looks cool), the clothing basics that prevent chafing and make you want to keep going, and the watch I use to track everything without overcomplicating it. I also talk about fueling, because without proper fuel you simply won’t progress. I share how I eat before longer runs (and why I’ll carb-load the day before), what I’ve learned about gels (including training your stomach to take them while moving), and why recovery nutrition and electrolytes matter way more than most people think. Finally, I explain how I structure training with my watch + apps (Coros, Strava, and Runna), why I love analyzing data, and why running communities and run clubs have genuinely been a game changer for motivation—especially here in Copenhagen and also when traveling.