The items I want to upgrade my gym wardrobe with from Castore

 

I am shifting from the brands I have always used for working out and looking at doing a full overhaul of what I own and replacing pieces with bits from Castore. The items I currently have are losing shape far too quickly and getting ruined in various wears not long after purchasing them. The quality has really gone down in my opinion so I think it is to let go of the loyalty I have shown them and try something new. I have had a fair few trips to Castore stores lately and have been really impressed with what they have had in store however, I haven't bought anything just yet due to the cost of items, they are on the expensive side of things, and with the fact that I am losing weight so things don't last too long I haven't wanted to spend a fortune on clothing that might not fit me in just a few months. I am sick of my gym outfits not filling me with confidence now though and them not fitting correctly due to the materials shrinking etc so I think the time has come to make a start on the overhaul and build that perfect gym wardrobe which gets me heading off for my sessions with confidence and feeling good about myself. 


Adapt Short Sleeve T-Shirt 

This t-shirt will be perfect for all kinds of sessions in the gym and possibly even runs but I guess I would have to test that out for myself. At around £32 this is on the more expensive side of things but it just looks good and would hopefully last me a while. There are plenty of colours of this top too however, I think I would keep it nice and simple.


Adapt Training Shorts 

Again at £42 these are on the pricey side of things but I have heard good things about these shorts and I could opt for the longer variant or the 5' ones. I love the waistband on these and the fact there are different lengths to chose from plus there are different colours available too but again I would prefer to stay basic with these. They look perfect for all types of workouts too so maybe I will end up with a few pairs of these in different lengths.


Apex Training 1/4 Zip Top

Now at £65 this is certainly at the top of the budget however, I love a good 1/4 for the gym especially in the colder weather. I love how simple this one is with the small shoulder details and it would come in super handy for when I finally start doing park runs as it should keep me nice and warm before and after running without making me overheat whilst I am taking part in the activity. 


Flex Long Sleeve Hoodie

At £70 this is way more than I would usually pay for a hoodie but if I try it and it looks good I will be purchasing it. This would work for heading too and from the gym on cold days whilst also being good for lounging in. I just love how simple these hoodies are and if the quality matches well it will all work out. As I say I am investing in this new workout wardrobe so I need to make sure I don't look into the prices too much.


Flex Joggers

Again £70 is a bit expensive for joggers but if the quality is there I am happy to pay for it. These look super comfy and sometimes you just need to throw on a pair of joggers for an upper day. Again these are nice and simple and with a slim fit looking design these will be perfect for the back end of 2026 when the weight has dropped and I need a bit of extra warmth to get me through sessions.


Apex Training Gilet

I love a good gilet and this one looks like it would be great for day to day or lighter runs. Again it is on the pricey side of things but I just absolutely love how it looks and think the purchase would pay for it's self in the long run. This is definitely one for when I hit that goal weight though as it is something I would prefer to buy once.


White Socks

I am in need of an upgrade of the gym socks as my current white ones are no longer white. The plan is to try keep white socks white going forward and stick to having gym socks which as silly as it sounds would work wonders as they wouldn't be worn day in day out getting destroyed far too easily.


Active Cap

I am not living in my Ralph Lauren cap especially for any outdoor workouts as I don't want to ruin it as it cost a bit more than I would like to admit. For 2026 I am hoping to pick up a fair few different caps and I can easily see a few different coloured Castore ones being added into my gym/active wardrobe going forward.


Core Holdall

Now this would be a super worthwhile purchase as it would be useful for plenty of things. I could use this for boxing & the gym and I could also use it for trips away as it seems to be a pretty good size. This looks like it will very easily fit everything I need in plus it looks a lot more stylish than other ones I have been looking at.


Core Backpack

Sometimes a holdall isn't going to be required so I would love to pick up a backpack for those days where I don't want to cart too much around. Again this just looks super stylish compared to the others I have looked at whilst also seeming big enough for me to take around what I need. I feel like it could be a work bag too but we shall see.


Yeti Rambler

This purchase would kill two birds with one stone really as a Yeti has been on my wish list for a while now. I love the colour of this and it would be ideal for trips out or gym visits especially with the little carry handle on it. I do feel though that this purchase could lead to a fair few Yeti ones in the future but we shall see how that goes.

This overhaul is definitely not going to be an overnight thing due to the cost involved and the fact I still have a long way to go within my weight loss journey however, I am determined to make a good start on getting rid of those clothes that make me feel low and don't fit right any more. A big thing for me in 2026 is letting go of what I have held onto for the sake of it and my gym wardrobe is full of those kinds of items so a fresh start will be welcomed with open arms. Over the next few months I will be reducing the size of the wardrobe and spending a lot of time either Castore stores or on their site I am sure this wardrobe won't be exclusively Castore though as there are a few other brands I would love to try but for now lets see how many of the items from this post make it into my gym wardrobe.

Operation gym wardrobe rebuild is a go...

See you soon

Lucy


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It is time to upgrade the footwear rotation

 

Life is constantly changing for me at the moment and the more I think about how my style works alongside those changes I can't help but think that the street wear and trainer life isn't going anywhere. I feel like I now just need to accept the fact that smart is only for special occasions rather than day to day, it just isn't me and there is no need to force it. I can still reach the goals I want to whilst dressing in more of a street style so that is what I am going to do plus it might even suit it better. Thanks to realising this my love for trainers seems to be creeping back too and after a few weeks of browsing the internet I have found fair too many pairs I would love to add into my rotation going forward. Granted this is likely to change over time however, the pairs in this post are really jumping out at me at the moment and owning them I feel will help me create some great outfits especially as we head into Spring & Summer. So here are the pairs I am leaning towards purchasing ASAP...

Nike Shox

Now I know these aren't for everyone as they are a pretty different style however, I absolutely love them. I am thinking a nice light colourway will be perfect for the Summer and I can already imagine the fits I could create with a pair of these. I feel like these would go really well with some nice shorts and would hopefully be super comfortable but I guess we will find out that when we buy a pair.


Nike Moto 2K

Again these are totally different to pairs I would usually go for but I am really trying to experiment going forward. These are often found on sale which is a bonus and I feel they would be perfect for Spring & Summer walks as I have heard they are actually pretty comfortable. I can see these with some joggers for the ultimate comfy outfit.


Nike P-6000

These have been on my little wish list for a long time now and I feel like this Spring I will finally have a pair of these in my rotation especially if I can get a hold of the beige pair in my size. I feel like these could be a very versatile pair of trainers that will see me through plenty of seasons if I look after them properly (something I am really working on doing). Granted these are more on the expensive side of things but I can already see the outfits I can build around them so maybe it is time to just bite the bullet and make the purchase.


Nike Air Force 1

I am going back to basics with this pair and I know I am going to get plenty of wear out of these as I have done so in the past. Granted I still feel these are too expensive for what they are but I know that they go with so many outfits so I know that they pay for themselves in the long run. I think if I do end up getting these it will be a case of them becoming my most worn in my rotation.
 

Jordan Air 4 Retro Flight Club

Of course Jordan's were going to make it onto this list as the love for those just don't disappear I have found. I have a few pairs now but I have always wanted a pair of 4's and these retro flight club ones are the pair that I keep going to. We all know Jordan's can be expensive so I am hoping I can grab a pair of these at retail. The colours on these are nice and simple so I know I will be able to make plenty of outfits around them and hopefully wear them all year round.


Jordan Air 1 Low OG

To go alongside the Jordan 4's I would love to add a pair of low 1's. I have the high version of the 1's but have always wanted to add a low pair into my rotation so now I am investing in building the perfect rotation I think it is time I made the purchase and got a pair of 1 lows. Granted I really can't settle on a colourway as there are some great ones around but I know a silhouette like this will work well with the style I am opting for. 


Adidas Campus 

The campus are really reasonably priced these days so I think it could finally be time for me to purchase a pair. I am leaning towards treating myself to a nice light coloured pair of these to see me through late Spring and into Summer but we shall see if that happens. These with some baggier jeans and a hoodie would make a great outfit.


New Balance 204L

New Balance are a brand I seem to keep gravitating towards lately and I keep getting drawn into the 204L's in the brown colourway. Again these are totally different to what I am used to especially in the brown colour however, I absolutely love them and can see me adding a pair into the rotation before the end of 2026. I just keeping of the late Summer and Autumn outfits I could create with these. 


Vans OTW x OAMC x WTAPS Seylynn

Finally on the list we have something different all together but I haven't been able to stop thinking about these Vans since I saw them on my Instagram. With a bit of a platform these are super different to the rest of the list and the bold camo print makes them stand out well. These are on the expensive side of things but I have a funny feeling I may have these before the end of the year.

There are certainly a lot of pairs within this post however, I am determined to put some money to one side and get a good chunk of these purchased in 2026 but I guess only time will tell if that is going to happen or not. My plan before getting any of these sneakers too is to ruthlessly go through all the pairs I already own and get rid of the ones that are beyond repair or don't fit the style I am opting for going forward as space is already limited so I will need to make sure I have space going forward for what I am actually going to wear, plus if I can sell a few bits and clear space I should have a bit more money towards the purchases. So for now the plan is to save, declutter and make a decision on the first purchase. I wonder what it will be... hopefully we will soon see. 

See you soon,

Lucy

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The Pay Day Wish List For February 2026...

Here we are finally it is pay day and it is time to lock into a low buy year. I am not going to be cutting out spending all together but instead I am just going to try buy a whole lot less and make sure that the purchase I make align with my goals rather than being a waste of money like some recent purchases have been. So here are the items I am hoping to pick up with this months pay...

Light Coloured Jeans

The weather is changing and I don't have any light coloured jeans so I need to change that ready for building those Spring outfits. I have my eye on a pair from Primark which won't break the bank as I am hoping they won't fit me for too long. These are just going to be to get me through the next few months so hopefully I can find them soon and finally get building some lighter coloured outfits.

Nike Socks

The socks need an upgrade as the white ones I currently have are beyond hope of looking white again. I am hoping to pick up a few packs and look after them properly so that they stay the colour they should be for longer. I am also going to try not use them for the gym as that is where they get destroyed.

Nike Joggers

My lounge wear is also in need of an upgrade and with the British weather I know I will be in joggers for a while still and even on evenings as there will be a chill in the air. These would be used for lounging and getting to and from the gym so will be worth the price tag however, I have a few outlet trips in the works so maybe I can get some cheaper on one of those trips.

Castore Coat

I have had my eye on a coat from Castore for a while now but as it is a bit of a padded coat I have a feeling it might be a silly purchase now the weather is changing a bit. That being said it is currently a really good price in the outlets so I am tempted to purchase it in a much smaller size so that it fits me during autumn & winter this year. I think if I find it on an outlet trip this is definitely going to have to take place.

Nike Cap

The warmer weather is coming and I have said all along that the plan was to get a few new caps to add into my rotation so that I aren't just wearing my Ralph Lauren one. I have had my eye on a few different ones I want to pick up already and I think I am going to try buy one a month so first up I am going to be on the hunt for a Nike one at a reasonable price. The plan is to go nice and simple in a colour that will go with everything. Who knows this could be another outlet pick up.

Nike Air Force 1's 

I said I would never buy a pair again however, I think the time has come to add a pair into my rotation once more. These trainers are super comfortable and just go with everything so I am hoping to pick up a new pair ready for the weather changing to become much nicer than it has been. I can already see the Spring outfits coming together with a pair of these. 

Nike Slides

My current slides have officially given up as they are starting to fall apart. To go with what seems to be a Nike theme this month I am looking at moving away from the Primark slides and treating myself to a Nike pair. I don't think I will find these in an outlet due to the time of year so a trip to Sports Direct is on the cards. 

So there you have it those are the items I am looking to pick up with this months pay. There may be a few cheap t-shirt purchase from Primark again just so I have some nice fitting t-shirts as the weather gets better but we shall see how it goes. 

Let's try stick to this list though and save some money for a change rather than spending for the sake of it. I wonder what the first purchase will be.

See you soon, 

Lucy

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I am setting myself some big goals for the future...

 

I have been reflecting on my life a lot recently and how I want to make it the best it could possibly be. I recently sat down and made a list of goals that I would love to achieve over the next 10 years (as a lot can't be achieved overnight) to make life just how I want it. I know though I am going to really have to knuckle down to get anywhere near close to ticking any of these as I have set myself goals that are really going to be pushing me and testing me. So here are the goals I am hoping to achieve over the next 10 years...

Be in my best shape ever

The past 10 years I have let myself go big time so my goal for the next 10 years is to be in my best shape ever. This is going to mean a lot of gym trips, better eating and cutting back on things that aren't going to help me achieve this goal. It is going to be hard to achieve this one but if I lock in and remember why I am doing it then the mental side of achieving this goal should feel a bit better. If I really knuckle down I could get this done much sooner than the 10 year timescale, I just have to keep up to it.

Have the best home gym

As a part of being in my best shape I am going to need to hit the gym more and I don't always want to be driving to the gym so over the next 10 years I have set myself the goal of building my perfect home gym. Now at the moment the gym structure isn't massive however, I might upgrade that in the future to add extra space. Over the years though I am planning to really invest in the space and add the equipment that I am going to get use out of to get in my best shape. This is something I am really looking forward to putting time and effort into so let's see how this one goes.

Be driving my dream car

My plan is to get driving a whole lot more as I build my confidence on the road and once my confidence is built I want to be driving around in my dream car which at the moment keeps on changing so at least I have time to find which one really is my dream car. I am hoping that this is something I can easily afford after a lot of hard work in areas of my life so I guess only time will tell.

Websites thriving 

I have really been slacking on my websites in recent years however, I am really hoping I can make something out of them in the next 10 years. I would love to see growth and collaborations come to the sites and I just know that locking in, changing a few things and finally being consistent can help with this. Ne w hosting providers are currently been looked at and re-brands are being considered so it is time to just crack on with this now and see what I can do. Maybe the content will change over the years in terms of what is discussed but it is going to be so much better than it previously has been.

Be in press zones & go to events for my women's football site

If things go to plan and my women's football site is thriving I am hoping that over the next 10 years I have some great opportunities from the work I put in. I am hoping I can be sat in the press box for a lot of games including some big ones and also attending events on the regular to network and continue putting in the good work to grow the content I am producing.

Travel more on my own for football

My confidence in recent years hasn't been the best and I am really hoping that this is something I can build on and improve. I rely on others too much to come to things with me and if no one wants to go it means I end up missing out. I want to put a stop to this though and start being able to go places on my own in the future. I am hoping that over the next 10 years my confidence grows so that I start heading out to more football matches all over the country on my own.

Be a company director at the family business

The family business is something I have worked in for a long time now with the aim of one day being a director of it. I am really hoping I can knuckle on down and be in a directors position in 10 years time. The goal is to really grow the company and expand what it does to make it something I can manage well. Whilst striving for this goal I will be working on different areas of the business to learn everything I need to know about the day to day running of the company and how to grow it. I will even be doing some free courses to grow the knowledge I need going forward, it is going to be hard work and time consuming but in the long run this will be a game changer.

Find my personal style

Finding my personal style is something I have wanted to do for a long time now and going forward it is something I really want to explore and experiment with. I am no longer going for trends etc, I am going to dress how I really want to and not let outsiders influence this too much. My tomboy style is here to stay (more on that another day) and in the next 10 years I will have found my personal style and will have built the perfect wardrobe around it.

Own a great watch collection

I absolutely love a good watch and I am determined that in the next 10 years I will have made a great start on building a watch collection filled with some timeless pieces that fit the style I am going for. I would love something for all occasions and my aim is to pick up a new watch for every milestone I hit so that I have something to remember it by. I certainly won't be wearing a smart watch daily over the next 10 years. 

Own a brilliant fragrance collection

Alongside watches I love a good fragrance and to go alongside my new clothes and watches I would love to have a fragrance collection with a fragrance for every occassion. Granted this is another costly goal but it is time I started put the money towards things I actually want rather than basically throwing it all away. 

Have a decent amount of money sat in the bank

Alongside all this I want to have a very good amount of money in the bank for me to fall back on if needed through all this. If I level things up properly I should hopefully see a big increase in what I am earning and my overall goal for the next 10 years is to be financially free not living pay day to pay day. My goal is to have £20,000 in the savings account and gathering interest alongside having investments too but that is a topic for another day.

As I say for where life is now these are going to be some very big goals and a lot of hard work is going to be required to achieve them however, I feel I am at a point now where it is time to lock in, stop procrastinating and make life what I want it to be rather than coasting along like I am currently doing. If you want to see how I get on with these goals be sure to follow me on social media and keep checking on here for regular updates.I wonder how long until one of these is actually completed?

See you soon, 

Lucy 

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