Deepti Sharma
Director, MultiFit
Race day is where preparation meets instinct, and the difference between elite and amateur runners often shows in what they carry, and what they don’t. Elite runners strip things down to the essentials – lightweight shoes tuned to their gait, calibrated nutrition, minimal hydration, and performance wear that disappears once the race begins. Every accessory earns its place by improving efficiency, comfort, or recovery.
Amateur runners, on the other hand, often carry more, for reassurance as much as for performance. Phones, extra hydration, fitness trackers, belts, and backup nutrition reflect a desire to feel prepared for every scenario. And that’s not a flaw, it’s part of the learning curve. Over time, runners begins to understand their bodies better and simplify their race-day gear accordingly.
At MultiFit, we encourage runners at every level to focus less on copying elite kits and more on intentional choices. The right gear is not about having more, it’s about having what works for you. Performance accessories should support movement, not distract from it. Whether you’re chasing a podium finish or a personal milestone, race day success comes from consistency in training, smart recovery, and equipment that complements your discipline. Ultimately, great runny isn’t defined by what you carry, but by how prepared you are without it.
