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Exercise clothing recommendations please :-)

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RedPandaFluff · 08/06/2020 10:57

Hello everyone - I'm trying to get back into running after having a baby but have been demotivated by ankle injury. Shopping always makes me feel better so I'd like to buy some new kit, but I'm not sure where from, or which brand is best. My old stuff is a bit of a hodge-podge collected over the years.

I love the look of Sweaty Betty clothes but OUCH - it's pricey!

My dream gear would:

Consist of running tights (long or capri-length) and vest tops
Wash well over and over again
The tights/leggings wouldn't be thin and see-through in the bum
Not cost a fortune
Look fab Grin

Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

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RedPandaFluff · 08/06/2020 21:04

@nevergooogle Procrastishopping - love it! Although sadly I can't run at the minute as I've sprained my peroneal ligament for the third time in 18 months; it's really demoralising as each time I think "I'm BAAAAACK!" it happens again. So the gear is really to make me try AGAIN. I don't know what's happened to me - I used to run half-marathons and I did a full marathon as well - but now it's like my ankle is made of spun sugar. I always diligently follow physio advice too Sad

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EmmaStone · 08/06/2020 18:36

Agree with chickadeee - I've built up quite the collection over several sales - all lasted brilliantly. But try lots, because not every pair meets the squat test!

inevitablytired · 08/06/2020 17:19

I love aybl fitness clothing, their leggings are nice and thick and keep themselves held up which I struggle with! They are nice and high-waisted as well so look flattering.

OhCobblers · 08/06/2020 17:17

My most favourite running leggings are 3/4 length from M&S though I don't own any SB!!

ShowOfHands · 08/06/2020 17:16

I've been looking at Lucy Locket Loves on ebay and they look right up my street but what does "size 1" mean? I've checked the website and am none the wiser.

LittleFoxKit · 08/06/2020 16:44

For colourful leggings lucy locket loves or luesque leggings!

paap1975 · 08/06/2020 16:42

Another vote for Decathlon!

goatley · 08/06/2020 16:38

I would spend the money first on proper running shoes and a sports bra.

The rest of the kit can be from pretty much anywhere.

I have a lot of leggings from BAM [https://bambooclothing.co.uk/category/womens-bamboo-clothing/bottoms/leggings/ BAM]] also Primark, Decathlon. ALdi/Lidl Recently purchased from this company Their stuff is okay too (I had a good discount code) Sundried

Parkrun do a range called Contra. It's not as cheap as some others but they are good quality.

But the most important is your shoes and your bra Grin

chickadeee · 08/06/2020 16:37

Sweaty Betty do amazing sales. Often. I buy most of my stuff from them because it lasts forever and fees amazing. Hold out for the next sale.

nevergooogle · 08/06/2020 16:26

I like under armour.

Don't forget to actually run though! This could be procrastishopping.

Why not make a list of the bits you'd like and set them as targets.

So run 3 times a week for two weeks...new sports bra.

Manage a 5k...order the leggings

This worked for me after previous failed attempts to get back to running. Shopping for gear won't make you a runner, going for a run will. I suspect you have enough to wear to get started.

Just go run and stop pissing about Wink

emmathedilemma · 08/06/2020 16:16

Another vote for Decathlon for price and wear & tear.
Tikiboo do fun leggings that are squat proof but i know they are low on stock at the moment as the factory has been closed due to Covid for a number of weeks.

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RedPandaFluff · 08/06/2020 13:14

Ahhh brilliant - thanks so much, everyone, I'll have a happy couple of hours this afternoon looking at these options!

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welshweasel · 08/06/2020 11:27

Wiggle dhb running tights are great. But boring. Lucy locket loves for fun leggings!

bumblebeefairy · 08/06/2020 11:20

Have tried various running leggings and have found the Nike Drifit ones to be excellent. Not too warm or cold, stay up, feel really nice and soft.

Would also recommend Asics trainers. I got mines on a sale site and saved quite a bit.

Also find a sports watch really good for keeping me motivated.

chromis · 08/06/2020 11:17

I like Decathlon stuff for fit and price:

www.decathlon.co.uk/C-308412-kalenji/N-327375-gender~women

ShowOfHands · 08/06/2020 11:02

I have Sainsbury and Tesco (Davina range) running tights that are as great (worn and washed hundreds of times) as Nike and 2xu branded ones. I have some lovely Under Armour ones too.

applepineapple · 08/06/2020 11:00

H&M do really good quality items, love their high waisted leggings.

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