A List of Essential Supplies to Bring to a Meet

• Jersey- obviously a very important piece of equipment and most likely not easily forgettable.
• Spikes- another highly essential item.
• Training shoes- to warm up and cool down in.
• Pony tail- I can’t imagine racing with my hair in my hair blowing around me and distracting me, and though you could probably borrow one from a teammate in an emergency, it is nice to have one or two handy. Do remember to remove them from your wrist before the race though!
• Water bottle- hydration is key! (especially on those 90 degree meet days where the heat seems suffocating).
• Tee-shirt and shorts- to put on over your jersey to warm up in on warm days.
• Pair of sweatpants and a sweatshirt to warm up in- these will help your muscles to stay loose and ready to race!
• Under armour top and long tights if headed to a potentially cold or windy meet.
• Extra pair of socks/underwear/sports bra- putting on a fresh pair of socks before you race can feel refreshing, and as for the underwear... you can never be too careful!
• Extra spikes/ shoe wrench- sometimes desired in case a spike or two falls out.
• Headband- keeps the hair out of you face.
• Food and snacks- to energize you before the meet and to eat on the bus ride home.
• Sunscreen/bug spray/chap stick- track meets can be long, so it is best to be protected from the elements. 
• Meet lineup- if available.
• A positive attitude and the will to put forth your best effort in all of your races that day! :)