Stuff for running

liz-paul

I need decent shoes for running in. Not bothered about look or brand etc as long as they are proper running shoes....

I also need some leggings type things (again for running so maybe quick dry type stuff...) & a top for running in; not sure what I'll need but maybe a warmish top as well as T shirts/vests...?

Any tips, pointers etc for type of kit and/or places to buy them would be much appreciated. Cheers :beer:

custardy

liz-paul wrote: »

I need decent shoes for running in. Not bothered about look or brand etc as long as they are proper running shoes....

I also need some leggings type things (again for running so maybe quick dry type stuff...) & a top for running in; not sure what I'll need but maybe a warmish top as well as T shirts/vests...?

Any tips, pointers etc for type of kit and/or places to buy them would be much appreciated. Cheers :beer:

thne take yourself to a decent running shop and get shoes that suit your type of running
it wont be as cheap as online but getting properly assessed can save injuries and problems further down the line
i wouldnt worry too much about running tops/leggings
everyone gets their own favourites
i like the nike drifit stuff as a base layer and then chuck on whatever
helly hanson stuff is good but not cheap

keith1950

Hi, have a look at www.newitts.com I have used many times and found to be reliable with reasonable p&p. ( Some items are even p&p free )

liz-paul

Thanks for your replies. I wasn't actually looking to buy runners online. I was after recommendations for a sports shop (most likely a chain as I'm in NI). Thanks again.

custardy

http://www.upandrunning.co.uk/shops/belfast.php

depends where you are but there are running shops all over
if thats not local then maybe email and ask them for a local recommendation

jenniewb

liz-paul wrote: »

I need decent shoes for running in. Not bothered about look or brand etc as long as they are proper running shoes....

I also need some leggings type things (again for running so maybe quick dry type stuff...) & a top for running in; not sure what I'll need but maybe a warmish top as well as T shirts/vests...?

Any tips, pointers etc for type of kit and/or places to buy them would be much appreciated. Cheers :beer:

I run -but mainly in a gym - I do run outside from time to time and things that I find essential are:

Properly fitted trainers- go to a sports store where they measure gait analysis and also check the correct size. Its so common to be wearing the wrong size its almost amazing! Its a very big cause of muscle injuries as your feet don't get supported, your legs get mis-aligned, your back is unsupported...and bang! Your out of a month trying to repair the damage- so not worth it! Also- change your trainers evwery 6-ish months or 500 miles (about 20 miles or 4 hours a week run/excercise) for similar reasons.

Fast drying fabric. Nike has the best stuff IMO. Adidas and reebok and others are good (actualy Matt Roberts is also good but generally too highly priced unless your a daft hand at ebay/tkmaxx/the sales on boxing day!) Nike seems to do the best job of not absorbing sweat and leaving manky looking patches and adding to discomfort and chaffing! Get the stuff called "dri-fit"
I'd go for layers over thicker stuff, layers are easier to get rid of. Shorts over leggings, vests over long sleeved t-s are a good option.

Try to keep layers close to your body tight -as tight as you can. Lycra and etc, bras are excellent if your a women ans they stop chaffing on your chest which I hear can be pretty nasty! Failing that, plasters- you can get special ones from sports stores.

Black is nice when you want to feel sleek and elegnat but make sure you have at least two parts of your body in light reflecive strips. Even in daylight even when on a path. Bikes can come from anywhere- especially kids ones!

A sweat band! One that covers your ears- fleece is a great fabric for this as it tends to keep all the hot air in. It will mean you sweat but it will also mean your kept very warm. Man made fabrics make it possible to breath better but don't keep ypu as warm. Whilst this is excellent for your feet, its not so good for your ears which don't seem as good at creating their own heat.

A heart rate monitor. Whilst not an essential item, I find it helps as it lets me know just how hard I've worked and I can notice trends- I can see my energy levels peak and drop over a few weeks so I know when its likely to be a difficult day and when I'm likely to have an energy peak. Its good as it can mean I'm less desparing when I have a bad day!

I'd start off by going to a proper sports store, getting a few items and taking note of the rest then going to ebay/tkmaxx/the sales/sprts direct and seeing what you ca pick up cheaper.

And keep to black on your bottoms- sweat patches can get embarrassing otherwise!!:rotfl:

Realbairn

Places like prosport direct, startfitness do good online deals for clothing. Sometimes mandmdirect have a few bargains too. Aldi's (if any in NI) usually have running gear around Feb time, good deals again. I'd agree 100% with custardy - get your shoes in a local running shop, you'll find them in the phone directory, go to one that will give you a proper gait assessment, the right shoes are vitally important. Also vital to get a good sportsbra (high impact) in order to avoid injury.

liz-paul

Thanks again everyone - I have my work cut out for me just getting the gear let alone actully running!

custardy

liz-paul wrote: »

Thanks again everyone - I have my work cut out for me just getting the gear let alone actully running!

the old adage is just get out and run
you can run in anything, as lets be honest we did it as kids
however getting shoes that fit you can save a lot of aches and pains and often injuries that put people off or interrupt training

loopy_lass

asics are good from up and running .... try amazon.....

loops

Realbairn

If you're completely new to running a good way to start it to mark by lamposts. run a couple walk a couple then build it up to run for 3 walk for 2 etc etc. The only thing i would say not to run in would be joggy bottoms as they can flap about and potentially cause injury. Even buy cheap leggings or something, anything that is snug against the skin to allow free movement. Good luck with it. x