After 12+ years of gym, hockey, random sports phases, injuries (both shoulders dislocated, knees held together by hope), I’ve learned this: bad kit makes training harder. These are gym clothes I’ve discovered through real use, setbacks, comebacks, and many failed “new routines”.
Compression Training T-Shirts (Sweat-Wicking)
These don’t cling in a gross way or turn into a wet towel mid-session. They stretch, breathe, and survive constant washing. Perfect for heavy lifts, circuits, and rehab days. Amazinnngg when you’re sweating buckets but still feel… dry-ish?
Durable Gym Shorts with Zipped Pockets
If shorts ride up, tear, or dump your phone mid-squat — bin them. These stay put, stretch properly, and the zipped pockets are a 👏GAME👏CHAN👏GER for supersets and treadmill finishes.
I’ve attached the exact ones I use as they have TWO pockets. Most just have one!
Cushioned Training Socks (Not Fashion Socks)
People listen up. Socks are so so so so important for anyone who is doing sport. It’s not just about getting smelly feet, it’s about avoiding injury, and supporting your ankles and avoiding injury in every possible way we can. This for anything that involves running or even weight lifting.. activities like squatting and leg based pushing take a toll on your feet.
Socks matter. Proper cushioning, no seams digging in, less slipping. Massive difference for knee-heavy days, sled pushes, and long gym sessions. Blister-free = train longer.
Lightweight Training Hoodie (Warm-Up Approved)
Okay hoodies are just universally expectable when it comes to any sport, but the wider picture is SPORT CLOTHING. You need breathable, durable clothes than can be pulled in every which direction without losing integrity.
As someone who’s spent way too much time at the physio, warm-ups are non-negotiable. A light hoodie keeps joints warm without overheating. Easy on, easy off, doesn’t weigh you down mid-session. Incredddible for injury prevention.
Compression Leggings / Base Layer Tights
For leg days, hockey conditioning, or rehab blocks. These help with warmth, support, and recovery feel. Not magic, but they genuinely help me feel more stable when knees are having one of those days.
And… with pockets 🤤
Supportive Training Underwear (Yes, Really)
Nobody talks about this but everyone should. No bunching, no chafing, no adjusting every set. Once you train in proper sports underwear, going back feels illegal. Consistency saver, honestly.
I’ve started fitness journeys so many times. Stopped. Restarted. Failed again. The right gear doesn’t give motivation — but it removes friction. Less distraction, less pain, more sessions done. That’s the real win.
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