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Best place for cheap exercise gear? Running / gym

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Missanneshirley · 15/06/2016 20:46

I'm currently working on an exercise "wardrobe " of 1 or 2 outfits - it's all starting to smell Shock
Where could I get a few more basics on a really tiny budget? My current legging things 3/4 length were from aldi and they are great but their special buy stuff is quite unpredictable in terms of what might be in stock. My the shirt and sports bra are from h&m and I LOVE them buy they came to about £30 in total at the time I bought them and that is above current budget!
I mainly run and go to the gym (not loads) - some cycling too - so just looking for some interchangeable shorts / leggings / vests that would do for all 3 - is there any where that sells half decent stuff cheaply? Thanks!

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Wanderingwondering · 15/06/2016 20:47

Decathlon?

MadisonAvenue · 15/06/2016 20:48

Decathlon is pretty cheap.

suitsyousir79 · 15/06/2016 20:48

Ive just bought some aerobics/running t-shirts from decathlon. Think they were about £4 each. They are the ones that wick your sweat away and dry quickly. They are well worth it for the money.

DesolateWaist · 15/06/2016 20:52

I agree with decathlon too.
I also use pro direct running.

DH buys stuff from eBay.

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Missanneshirley · 15/06/2016 20:53

Oh thank you! I've never heard of decathlon Blush
Shop or website? I'm off to look it up..

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SweetieDrops · 15/06/2016 20:54

Primark and George at asda is where most of mine is from.

Makinglists · 15/06/2016 20:56

Sports Direct have a huge variety both in terms of brands/price

peaz1 · 15/06/2016 20:58

Wiggle is cheap and I think they do free postage over £10, and I love the stuff from tesco and primark.

SweetPeaPods · 15/06/2016 20:59

Decathlon or supermarkets here

BIWI · 15/06/2016 20:59

Sports Direct - although I feel distinctly queasy about shopping there now, after the revelations about how their staff are treated.

Sainsbury and Asda both sell good ranges. My current stuff is from Asda and it's really comfortable and nice to wear, and washes really well.

DesolateWaist · 15/06/2016 20:59

Decathlon is a shop but they have a good website. I don't think the shop has many branches.

Sports Direct have always failed massively for actual sports clothes for me.

Tote · 15/06/2016 21:00

SportsDirect......they sell Karrimor running gear at decent prices especially when it's on one of their offers. . I've washed this stuff probably hundreds of time now and it hasn't lost shape or colour.

SeemsLegit · 15/06/2016 21:01

Primark

PetuliaGristle · 15/06/2016 21:02

H&M

AyeAmarok · 15/06/2016 21:05

TK Maxx.

Runningupthathill82 · 15/06/2016 21:06

Decathlon. Similar prices to Primark but absolutely light years ahead in terms of quality.
There's a couple of branches near us but I guess it depends where abouts you are. I live in their Kalenji capris and Domyos vests as I run every day and save my "best" Gore gear for races.

If you're buying online I would also recommend getting kids' swimming stuff, and basic fleeces for walking, at the same time. Best swimming costumes around for the DCs, IMO, and so cheap.

AyeAmarok · 15/06/2016 21:11

Have you tried using lots of fabric softener though? That gets the smell out.

CatherineDeB · 15/06/2016 21:17

A fair bit of mine is from Tesco! As good/thick as some of the more expensive stuff and often reduced.

www.clothingattesco.com/womens-brands/f+f-active/icat/wm-f-and-f-active

CatherineDeB · 15/06/2016 21:21

I don't use fabric softener, hate the stuff, but you shouldn't use it on anything wicking, it leaves behind a coating that affects the function of the fibres.

www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/tips/a19506/fabric-softener-cleaning-product/

SweetieDrops · 15/06/2016 21:46

Soda crystals in the drawer gets smells out, or a capful of zoflora.

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Missanneshirley · 16/06/2016 23:52

Thanks all! I use a sports wash product on them and I do wonder if it cleans well enough. Altho to be fair that 1 t-shirt has seen a lot of sweat!
No decathlon near me but I've seen vests for £3.99 on their website so Def going to investigate further!

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BoulevardOfBrokenSleep · 17/06/2016 00:06

M and M are pretty cheap and randomly have good stuff in. I do sometimes use our local Sports Direct though feel icky about it.

I use that antibac stuff (dettol or own brand) to de-stink my sports kit, have heard vinegar works too but never tried it.

Statelychangers · 17/06/2016 21:40

Wash your stuff in a vinegar rinse, if that doesn't work rub a paste of bi carb of soda into the smelly bits.

MsMarvel · 19/06/2016 23:28

UsaPro website have loads of bargains on it! Everything I've got off there has been really good quality, UsaPro brand itself and Everlast are what ive bought but they sell loads of stuff. Really quick delivery as well

lurkerspeaks · 19/06/2016 23:30

TK Maxx.

My washing tip is to apply a paste of bicarb of soda to pits (worst smelly bit) and leave it for about 20 minutes before washing.