Tayshia Adams’ $5 NYC Marathon Recovery Secret — Cheap Fix Celebs Swear By

Tayshia Adams swapped handing out roses for lacing up her running shoes.

The former Bachelorette recently completed the 2026 New York City Marathon — her fourth time tackling the famous 26.2-mile course.

She smiled and waved to supporters along the route, sporting a bright pink Maybelline T-shirt (she ran on behalf of the brand) and carrying a small belt bag.

Curious what helped her endure the miles and bounce back afterward? Below she lists six must-haves that kept her going and aided her recovery.

Feetures Performance Running Socks

Tayshia raves about these socks, saying she’s been a fan for roughly three years and has convinced many friends to try them. They come in various cushioning levels and heights so you can pick what fits you best. She notes they provide solid support, don’t slip, and stay comfortable throughout a run — exactly what you want in a running sock. Every training cycle she looks forward to restocking her drawer with fresh pairs because they perform so well for her.

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Spiky Massage Ball

She calls this small tool her go-to secret and admits she has multiple balls stashed around her home. Tayshia points out that we often underestimate how much tension builds up in the feet and how that affects the rest of the legs. Whether she’s just wrapped a long training run or spent the day in heels for work, she rolls the soles of her feet before bed to loosen tight spots. It’s a tiny habit that has significantly improved how her feet feel for both running and everyday activities, and she even packs one when traveling — she won’t go without it.

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Tylenol Precise Pain Relieving Patches

After preparing for four NYC marathons, Tayshia says she’s learned that tending to your body matters just as much as logging miles. Everyday aches are part of normal life — from long runs to busy workdays and travel. She keeps Tylenol Precise Pain Relieving Patches handy for targeted, short-term relief of minor muscle and joint pain. She likes that the patches are clear and discreet, so she can apply one and carry on without worrying about visibility. They adhere for up to 12 hours, which is great for someone on the move, and she appreciates having them in her bag since you never know when you’ll need one.

No. 7 Beauty Prime Forever SPF 50 Primer

She describes this product as a recent favorite, noting it gives her skin a dewy, hydrated appearance while feeling nearly weightless. With sensitive skin herself, she values that it plays well with her complexion and can be worn during workouts. The SPF 50 is a major plus given how much time she spends outdoors running, and the fact that it doubles as a makeup primer makes it versatile — she can wear it alone for a run or layer makeup over it for work. Tayshia calls it a game-changer for simplifying her routine and highly recommends it.

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Bone Conduction Sport Headphones

She prefers these for training runs because they let her enjoy music while staying aware of her surroundings — an important feature for someone who runs in New York City. Tayshia praises their light weight, long battery life, and how comfortable they are; she often forgets she’s wearing them. They also fit easily with sunglasses and a running hat without feeling cumbersome, and she likes that they’re available in attractive colors.

SiS Energy Gels

Marathon training taught her the importance of finding fueling options that tolerate your stomach. This was Tayshia’s first season using SiS gels, and she says they’ve been a great discovery. Her stomach can be sensitive during mid-run fueling, but these gels agreed with her and helped keep her energy steady over long distances. She’s been grabbing the raspberry lemon-lime electrolyte flavor most often. Her main advice: figure out what works for your body before race day and never try something new during the event.