Runners: what has been your best purchase(s) that you couldn't be without?

I am not a very good runner, and have had to give up temporarily due to an injury (just as I was starting to get quite into it - pah!) but here are a few buys I've been really happy with and which did actually help to motivate me to run:

• SPI running belt - can put my phone and keys in and then not notice it till I need them
• Ronhill water/windproof jacket - this was a bit of a splurge by my standards but worth it as I love it! It is a really nice colour that suits me, is amazingly lightweight and un-annoying while running, has lots of reflecty bits and helps me still get out when it's cold and wet.
• Decathlon warm zip top/jacket - I found the Decathlon stuff quite hit-and-miss; I was originally given a waterproof as a present, but returned it as had just got the Ronhill one and as I didn't like the Decathlon one at all in comparison (very thick and rustly, and didn't look nearly as good), but I exchanged it for a lovely warm jacket which is really flattering and comfy and keeps me toasty on cold days (under the waterproof when it's really horrid out!).

Oh and I also have some great stuff from Sweaty Betty, it's quite pricey so I mostly buy when they have a sale on but their leggings and capris are great, and I also have a nice new merino top and some other bits from recent sales (which I want to get out running in, but can't now till I've sorted the injury, dammit!).

Seasonally - where did you get your trainers fitted please? There used to be a few places in Ireland that did gait analysis, but haven't found anywhere in London that does it? Though I'm sure there are plenty - I just don't know where they are!

Proper running trainers fitted to my feet. No shin splints or knee problems since I bought them. Well worth the £!

barney what make is your head torch? I’d like one but am worried it will be uncomfortable/fall off

I bought a pair of fleece lined reflective leggings from Decathlon in November, the stretchy leg pockets are big enough for phone, keys, wallet, gels, even a scrunched up jacket! And they don't jiggle around. I haven't needed to take a bag or belt with me on a run for ages. I'm sure my thighs look a weird shape but I don't care. Bloody love them. £24 and probably the best value item of running gear I own.

Blister proof socks. I can’t believe how good they are!

Before I bought the socks, blister plasters that form a bond over your heel blisters. They are really good.

Head torch! Means I am a lot happier running in the dark and unsurprisingly I run faster when I can see where I am going! 🙄 and since it gets dark so early has been vital the last few months.

I've had to tie a knot in my decathlon bum bag, but I still love it.

I haven't bought too much - a new set of trainers around the £100 mark. A few new bits of clothing from Decathlon.

I'm lucky - it's relatively warm and dry here - I don't generally run if it's wet!