• 1-2 pairs of running shoes (well-used)
  (If you are buying new shoes you may like to buy lightweight flat-soled shoes that are suitable for "bare-foot style" running -which you will be taught on the course)
• One pair of walking boots for hiking - these should be sturdy and waterproof.
• 4 -5 pairs of exercise clothes - shorts/tracksuit bottoms - tops - bra tops - good quality socks e.g. 1000 mile - lightweight jumper
• Casual clothes for general walking, trips and hanging out. Weather can be very unpredictable so bring lots of layers for heat or cold!
• Waterproof/windproof jacket & trousers, hat and gloves.
• Sun hat and sun cream
• Swimsuit & swimming goggles
• One tight T-shirt, cycling top or rash-vest for swimming in
• Something to sleep in
• A water bottle if you prefer to drink out of a metal container,  otherwise plastic ones are provided.
• Day sack 
• Alarm clock
• Stopwatch (or phone/watch with stopwatch) - for taking heartbeat
• Camera and lots of film
• Books – the number depends on how fast you read!
• Boxing gloves (6-10oz) - if you are sensitive to wearing other people's boxing gloves or are attending one of our longer courses, you may like to bring your own gloves (not mandatory but highly recommended!) These can be purchased at many sporting shops or on line at: http://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk
• Money for presents, souvenirs - there is a small shop in Ardgay and you may spend some time in Inverness. 
• Medkit with plasters, disinfectant, anti-histamine cream and pills, after-sun cream, E45 cream, Vaseline, antiseptic cream.
• Natural toiletry products are provided.

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