Tuesday 14 July 2015

What to buy and where to buy it

Thought I'd jot down some recent findings on the gym clothes front- I am always on a hunt for bargain gymware to ease the washing debates in our flat (rich constantly moans about how much washing I create).

I think there are some things you can scrimp on when it comes to gym clothes- and some things you can't. Tesco trainers- probably a no (although my dad did run a half marathon in a pair from Tesco he bought that day- who forgets their trainers to run a half marathon?!). My brooks trainers are the most expensive shoes I've ever owned. 😢

But when it comes to bras, tops and bottoms I like to mix it up with sports direct, super market, decathlon and high street retailers. There is also great gym clothes at TK MAXX if you are willing to hunt a little. 

My outfit today sports the following:

Karrimor joggers (sports directs own brand- careful of the was/now pricing as it can be not as good a deal as you think!). Always do the hand test when buying bottoms- ARE THEY SEE THROUGH? I don't want to see your barely covered bum during the downward facing dog. 
£20ish 

Tesco tshirt- picked up for the princely sum Of £3 in their sale whilst picking up some booze- excellent. (NB always try to grab sportswear on sale- it doesn't go out of fashion so get yourself a bargain) 


New sports bra from primark! Probably wouldn't run a marathon in it but it's comfortable enough for a gym session and they have some great colours for the bargain of £5-£6! (Eat your heart out Nike).



Lots it say about clothes so will do a few more posts soon! 

Han 

Sunday 5 July 2015

Focus

Do you find yourself wondering around the gym getting distracted or looking at the news mid sets?!

I'm always getting distracted by my
Phone- hence writing this whilst stretching my glutes...

Top tip from Rich is to time the breaks between your sets- make your phone useful rather than a distraction!! I do 30 Seconds between sets but rich does 1 minute so you pick! Helps keep you focused on recovery rather than reading the latest blog from your favourite fitness blog.... 

Han