Stridebox Sends You Monthly Running Goodies

We've got a lot of runners on staff at SELF, from Running Virgins to Ironwomen. So it's no wonder we flipped when we heard about Stridebox, in a sign-me-up, why-didn't-I-think-of-this, where-have-you-been-all-my-life kinda way. I mean, what endurance athlete (or mere running slash gear enthusiast) wouldn't want cute lil' boxes of fitness-related goodies delivered to her door on the cheap? It's like getting a really loaded race-day goodie bag every month, without having to sign up for the race. Score.

Stridebox works similarly to the wildly successful beauty sample service Birchbox. (Sidenote: Have you seen our #NailArt Pinterest board we collaborated with 'em now?) Every month you're billed $15, and in return you get a curated box of individual-sized treats: In this case, it's sports nutrition gels and gummies, accessories like socks and wrist wallets, and coupons for bigger-ticket items, like shoes and apparel.

We love it for several reasons: One, it's always fun to test out new flavors and textures of running fuel, especially if you don't have to pay full price or commit to buying a whole pack. Two, it's already helped us discover some cool new products -- like Win laundry detergent (specially formulated for your technical workout gear) and Click espresso protein drink, both in Stridebox's March package, pictured above. Plus, it's like giving yourself a surprise present every month. And it's GOOD. FOR. YOU.

Stridebox just launched in February and it's picking up steam fast; its full-size April boxes are already sold out, but you can sign up now for May and still get a mini-box next month for $5. And you know what's going to be in that box? A kick in the pants. Because, really, you're not gonna eat those Gu's while just sitting on the couch ... are you?

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