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My Sports Gear List
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items Here is my comprehensive guide to my favourite sports equipment. As an athlete who was a former swimmer, current runner and footballer, these are my favourite products to keep active and healthy.
Sections
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swimming
running
football
swimming
I have done competitive swimming for 4 years, these are all of the products I used to train to the best of my ability!
reflective mirrored goggles are more expensive, but worth it for strokes such as backstroke to avoid eye damage!
Shop Swimming Goggles Online in NZ | Rebel Sport
a racesuit allows the swimmer to be more streamlined, taking time off PB's and increasing speed by decreasing friction.
RACE SUIT
although many competitive swim clubs will have their own caps, a back up cap is always important for emergencies!
Swim Cap
this is a cheap kickboard that will last a long time, through long and short workouts
KICKBOARDS
Shorter swimming flippers make tumble turns and open touches easier, avoiding delaying turning during a swim training
Shop Swimming Fins Online in NZ | Rebel Sport
these are important to train the arm muscles even more, to build strength from the resistance and correct the technique when pulling
Paddles
Useful quality towels that will get your swimmer dry in no time
GLT Linen & Towels Ltd
waterproof swim bags that will hold all of your equipment, making it an organised trip to and from the pool each day
Swim Bags
a quality case that protects your goggles from scratching or general wear and tear.
arena Goggle Case Black
running
I have been running consistently for a year, having competed in 5k and 10k races, running up to 17km in my longest run. Here are my product reccomendations
my current running shoes, these are light and affordable, feels like you are running on clouds and offer enough ankle support to avoid injury
NIKE PEGASUS 41 WOMENS GUAVA ICE CAVE STONE ORANGE ...
my favourite running bag, easy to fill with water and refreshments, phones and keys to stay fueled on long runs. My experience is that this bladder doesn't leak, and to store in the freezer to prevent mould.
Shop Hydration Packs & Bladders Online in NZ
perfect for night runs, offers 10/10 visibility to ensure your safety when running in low visibility. Comes with a headlamp
Noxgear Tracer2 LED Visibility Vest
thick socks like these are best to avoid blisters when out running
Mens Socks
these electrolytes are SO GOOD. super important to avoid dehydration, used to replenish minerals lost in sweat during workouts
Electrolyte Hydration | PURE Sports Nutrition | Isotonic Sports Drink
football
I love football and have played it for about 2 years, even dabbling in freestyle football. Here are my reccommendations for the aspiring footballer with affordable options to explore.
I exclusively buy my footballs from Rebel Sport, size 5 to match the game ball sizing
Shop Soccer Balls Online in NZ | Rebel Sport
shin pads are crucial, these in particular are small enough to preserve your touch in high pressure situations.
Shop Shin Pads Online in NZ | Rebel Sport
Personally, I would highly reccommend grip socks for football. If your boots are too big, slipping and sliding around can cause blisters. Also, if your foot is moving too much this can lead to injury and grip socks prevent this.
Grip Socks | MoveActive