The Top 10 Training Essentials For Any Gym Goer

The first step to every workout is having the essential gear. Don’t start out on the wrong foot.

Paying for a gym membership is an excellent way of blackmailing yourself into getting your money’s worth from exercise. But believe it or not, the effectiveness of your workout can improve if you’re rocking the right equipment and gear in your gym bag. Proper clothing, accessories and supplementation can keep you on track when looking to tone up and build lean muscle. Plus, they make the sweat session that much more enjoyable.

When you look good, you feel good. When you’re feeling on top of your game, your motivation and energy levels increase, escalating your intensity to a whole new level. This has a cyclical effect, with endorphins being released during your workout to amp up the excitement for the day, making you more likely to want to train tomorrow. Here’s the gym bag essentials that will not only increase motivation to get to the gym, but also keep you on top of your game during your session.

1. Heart Rate Monitor

Do you actually know how hard you are training? It’s important to make each session count by training at the right intensity. A heart rate monitor can tell you whether you are over or under training and give you evidence as to how much energy you are burning and what’s required for you to refuel. Not only will it keep you on par during your session but just the sight of it will remind you of your fitness intentions when you’re deciding whether to have that iced coffee and muffin deal.

2. Deodorant

If you smell bad, you’ll be paranoid throughout a session and any overhead exercise might be a worry. Finally, there’s an all-natural certified organic cream deodorant that actually works. Black Chicken Remedies’ cream is vegan friendly and aluminium, alcohol and paraben-free. You’ll do right by your body, the environment, and your gym buddies.

3. Refuel Snack

It’s important to eat regularly, specifically if you are training hard. You can’t go wrong with a pocket-friendly high-protein low-carb bar. It’s designed to make our hectic lives a little bit easier. Look for bars with vitamins and fat metabolizers and no artificial colors or flavors.

4. Headphones 

What get’s you more motivated that some great tunes? Many headphones will offer great sound, are sweat and water resistant and will stay put during even the most high-intensity exercises.

5. Gloves

Man-hands aren’t a good look. G-Loves is a new active wear company that focuses on functional and fashionable gloves for the ladies during your weight training sessions. Besides the beautiful colors and variety of styles, they have inspirational mottos written inside to keep you empowered to reach your goals.

6. Detox and cleanse

Specifically designed to get your digestive system clean and make you feel amazing! This full body cleansing and detoxification system removes toxins and accumulated waste, eases bloating and gas, fights parasites and bacteria, and improves your health and energy.

7. Sneakers

Who doesn’t love their Nikes? They’ve become quite the fashion statement. But remember to choose comfort and cushioning over style. Lunar Eclipse offers more support than the Frees and are great for a wide range of training.

8. Shaker

No woman on a fitness mission should go anywhere without keeping one of these handy. We recommend Bodybuilding.com‘s Stainless Steel Shaker – the most eco friendly way to mix your pre- and post-workout protein shake. This is built to remain your mixing buddy forever. It’s dishwasher safe and pre-loaded with both imperial and metric units for accuracy. Best of all, the lids are leak resistant and BPA free.

9. Sports Bra

Don’t let the girls get out of control. A supportive sports bra will not only offer you security and comfort but also prevent gravity from doing damage. An athlete’s favorite is the 2XU High Impact Support Bra. This is a wire-free and chafe-free bra that has great control, even during high impact activities. With adjustable and cushioned shoulder straps, these bras are made to fit any size.

10. Tights

What’s a session without tights? Whether you’re an elite athlete or an aspiring one, the right pair will help you reduce muscle injury, recover faster and look great while doing it. Plus, they hold all the right parts in.

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