Celebrity Pinterest Board: Elizabeth Giardina, Design Director at Derek Lam, Shares Her Marathon Must-Haves

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Celebrity Pinterest Board: Elizabeth Giardina, Design Director at Derek Lam, Shares Her Marathon Must-Haves

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Derek Lam's design director Elizabeth Giardina is running in the ING NYC marathon, taking place across all five of New York City's boroughs on November 3rd. We asked her to round up all the must-have products she needs to get her across the finish line-keep reading to see all of them now!

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Fits Ultra Light No Show Running Socks

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These socks are cushiony and allow my feet to breathe, which is key when I am running four-plus hours.

$15; fitsock.com

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Asics GT2000 Running Shoes

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When it comes to trainers, I am an Asics girl.

$120; asicsamerica.com

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Spi Belt

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Great for holding running gels and emergency items like credit cards or cash.

$20; spibelt.com

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Yurbuds Sports Armband for iPhone 5

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This armband is comfortable and keeps my iPhone protected from sweat and rain. It is also easy to pop the phone out and take photos with my camera-which I definitely will do during the ING NYC marathon.

$25; dickssportinggoods.com

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Lululemon Cropped Running Leggings

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Distance running can be really challenging, so I make sure that I am as comfortable as possible when I start. These capri leggings hold everything in without feeling too snug.

$92; lululemon.com

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Yurbuds Headphones

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These headphones stay in my ears, and that's the most important thing. There is also a sweat and water resistant call and volume controller, which is key.

$60; yurbuds.com

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Old Navy Adjustable Sports Bra

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This is hands-down the best sports bra I have ever found-and I have done a lot of research!

$12; oldnavy.com

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Clif Shot Running Gel

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90% organic and it tastes great-the chocolate and raspberry flavors are my favorite, and the gel doesn't contain caffeine.

$30 for a box of 24; clifbarstore.com

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Nuun Electrolyte Drink Tablets

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I mix these tablets with my water and they provide a necessary boost without using all the sugar found in other electrolyte drinks.

$24 for a pack of four; nuun.com

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Amphipod Hand-Held 20 oz. Water Bottle

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Water stations at the marathon can get busy, so I prefer to carry my hydration. This water bottle holds enough water for my first twelve miles, and keeps me away from the chaos of the water stations.

$17; amphipod.com

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Celebrity Pinterest Board: Elizabeth Giardina, Design Director at Derek Lam, Shares Her Marathon Must-Haves

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Celebrity Pinterest Board: Elizabeth Giardina, Design Director at Derek Lam, Shares Her Marathon Must-Haves