New to the gym? Here are my curated beginner essentials for women who want to start training more seriously — think strength, tone, and confidence. After 5 years of gymming, I've compiled my absolute favourites: workout sets worth sweating in, must-h...
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Equipment & Care
Gym Wear
Nutrition
Equipment & Care
What's in my gym bag.
Large water bottle that keeps your water cool! You can add your keys, airpods, snacks and more in the hidden compartments.
2-in-1 Water Bottle with 2 Storage Compartments
Great for booty kicks and these don’t slip up and down your leg.
These aren’t the exact ones I have (mine’s not available anymore) but this is the closest I could find. :)
LINSTER Foot Straps Cable Pull with 4 D-Rings (2 Pack)
No callouses please! These gym grips save my palms from becoming sandpaper when lifting heavy. I like that they're easy to slip on and off. Plus, they come in pink!
Rubber Gym Grips Fingerless Workout Gloves
So pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of these natural deodorants! Be sure to detox your armpits first if you’re transitioning to natural deodorant. You can use glycolic acid or a mud mask to do this. The Woohoo body deodorant sticks are easy ...
WOOHOO Natural Deodorant and Anti-Chafe Stick
Lovely floral body spray I keep in my gym bag to freshen up after a hard session. It makes me feel like a clean girl :P
SOL DE JANIERO Cheirosa 68 Beija Flor Perfume Mist
After a session, I make sure to spray my shoes to deodorise them and keep them fresh!
SCHOLL Fresh Step Shoe Spray
Gym Wear
Gym fits to boost your confidence and performance.
The most stunning and snatchiest tank I own. My waist and boobs look great in this. It is quite tight so size up for a better fit. I have a small chest so my usual size was fine.
LEELO ACTIVE SCULPT Tank
Silky material that is stretchy, snatching and smooth. Isn't as thick for compressing but not thin enough to be see-through.
LEELO ACTIVE SCULPT Bike Shorts
Flattering tank with a pretty criss cross back. Love this colour.
MUSCLE REPUBLIC LUXE NORA TOP - GUAVA
Smooth stretchy material in a gorgeous pink colour that’s flattering on tan skin tones.
MUSCLE REPUBLIC LUXE BIKER SHORTS V2 - GUAVA
Flat sneakers that I wear on a squatting day. These keep my feet flat on the ground when lifting with my legs and glutes.
ADIDAS Gazelle Shoes
Nutrition
Delicious protein waters, powders and other nutritional supplements I take to meet my fitness goals.
If you haven't tried protein water, get on it! This 8 pack is great for sampling a variety of flavours at a time.
I personally love raspberry, pineapple and apple.
MUSCLE NATION Protein Water - Sample Pack - 8 Flavours
Amazing refreshing raspberry flavour. Just add more water to reduce sweetness.
MUSCLE NATION Protein Water - Raspberry - 25 serves
Nice tropical pineapple flavour. This would slap so hard in a cocktail or mocktail…
MUSCLE NATION Protein Water - Pineapple - 25 serves
I only learned about creatine in the last few years but it's well-researched and recommended to gain strength and increase muscle volume.
For great value protein powder, check out BULK NUTRIENTS.
I like the iced coffee flavour which isn't that exact on the flavour but it's a good one to take in the morning as I don't feel like chocolate or cookies for a breakfast shake… ;)
BULK NUTRIENTS Whey Protein Isolate - WPI Powder
Jam-packed with other goodies, BULK NUTRIENT'S mango iced tea protein water is great for that afternoon protein pick-me-up without feeling heavy.
BULK NUTRIENTS Protein Water: Collagen, BCAAs, Electrolytes