Expert Gear Picks from Stephanie Buettner

    Expert running, fitness gear recommendations from Stephanie Buettner, Ultra Runner/ Trails and Roads, based in Arizona.

    Stephanie Buettner's Supplements

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the brlsports Endurance Supplements — Helps to increase your endurance the natural way, less fatigue and stronger legs No altitude sickness and better breathing with Altitude boost

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the Zen Principle Naturals Zenease™ Sleep Support Supplement — Love the holistic approach of a sleeping supplement. Ashwagandha and Holixer Holy Basil to lower cortisol and quiet racing thoughts / combining deep-minerals—including Magnesium Glycinate and Zinc—for muscle relaxation and recovery. Definitely increased my REM phase with lots of dreams ✅ If you are looking for a supplement that helps you with deeper sleep, this would be it

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the Long Run Co. Caffyne Energy Pouches — Tried the Mint flavor and Wow it woke me up. Strong minty flavor perfect size to leave it under tongue ✅ Never interfered with my hydration or gels ✅ Feels like a palate cleanser after the the sweet stuff during ultras or longer runs ✅ If you want a wake up call ☎️.. try It

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the Hoka Tecton X 3 — Best Trail shoe I have found for my trail running. Comfortable fit, great grip

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the Injinji Ultra Run No-Show — Perfect for long trail runs Padded toes work best for me No blisters

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the 2Toms 2Toms® SportShield® Anti Chafing Roll-On — Best for preventing blisters and chafing No mess just apply with roll on

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the Shop All Nathan HydraPak SkyFlask Speed 500ml/17oz Handheld — Perfect for short runs Easy to hold Easy to refill

    • Stephanie Buettner recommends the Shokz OpenDots 2 — Great sound but also be able to hear your environment Very comfortable fit Use them on all my trail runs 10hrs playtime, fast recharge

    Stephanie Buettner's Gear

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    Every mile you run is a victory." – Deena Kastor

    Stephanie Buettner

    Ultra Runner/ Trails and Roads
    Stephanie Buettner
    Every mile you run is a victory." – Deena Kastor

    Stephanie Buettner

    Ultra Runner/ Trails and Roads
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    About Stephanie

    I’m a Pose Running Technique Specialist, licensed sports massage therapist, NASM certified personal trainer, and certified in functional movement techniques. I worked in various sports rehab settings and was the official massage therapist to the Tampa Bay Storm Arena Football team. I have more than 20 years of work experience in the health and wellness field and I’m “ in love “ with Ultra Marathons and endurance running.

    Details

    DisciplineRunning, Fitness
    SpecialityAnything from 5k to Ultramarathons
    LocationArizona
    JoinedFeb 2026

    Highlights

    01First 100 mile race ( Javelina 100 ) in 24:42 hrs
    02Went back to Germany and participated in the Berlin Wall ultra
    03Being now 58 years old , I’m happy that I can still place in my AG
    HydraPak SkyFlask Speed 500ml/17oz Handheld
    Shop All Nathan · $33HydraPak SkyFlask Speed 500ml/17oz Handheld
    Stephanie“Perfect for short runs Easy to hold Easy to refill”
    OpenDots 2
    Shokz · $200OpenDots 2
    Stephanie“Great sound but also be able to hear your environment Very comfortable fit Use them on all my trail runs 10hrs playtime, fast recharge”
    Endurance Supplements
    brlsportsEndurance Supplements
    Stephanie“Helps to increase your endurance the natural way, less fatigue and stronger legs No altitude sickness and better breathing with Altitude boost”
    Zenease™ Sleep Support Supplement
    Zen Principle Naturals · $25Zenease™ Sleep Support Supplement
    Stephanie“Love the holistic approach of a sleeping supplement. Ashwagandha and Holixer Holy Basil to lower cortisol and quiet racing thoughts / combining deep-minerals—including Magnesium Glycinate and Zinc—for muscle relaxation and recovery. Definitely increased my REM phase with lots of dreams ✅ If you are looking for a supplement that helps you with deeper sleep, this would be it”
    Caffyne Energy Pouches
    Long Run Co. · $5Caffyne Energy Pouches
    Stephanie“Tried the Mint flavor and Wow it woke me up. Strong minty flavor perfect size to leave it under tongue ✅ Never interfered with my hydration or gels ✅ Feels like a palate cleanser after the the sweet stuff during ultras or longer runs ✅ If you want a wake up call ☎️.. try It”
    Tecton X 3
    Hoka · $220Tecton X 3
    Stephanie“Best Trail shoe I have found for my trail running. Comfortable fit, great grip”
    Ultra Run No-Show
    Injinji · $18Ultra Run No-Show
    Stephanie“Perfect for long trail runs Padded toes work best for me No blisters”
    2Toms® SportShield® Anti Chafing Roll-On
    2Toms · $152Toms® SportShield® Anti Chafing Roll-On
    Stephanie“Best for preventing blisters and chafing No mess just apply with roll on”
    Running band
    Naked Sports InnovationsRunning band
    Stephanie“Perfect running band to carry water, keys and gels. Loops to carry hiking poles No bouncing or chafing”
    Veo Strips | Keep Sweat & Sunscreen Out of Your Eyes
    Veo Strip · $35Veo Strips | Keep Sweat & Sunscreen Out of Your Eyes
    Stephanie“Perfect to keep sweat out of your eyes. Easy to apply, comfortable and handles any amount of sweat”