One of my favourite things to do to keep me active is go to the gym. When I first started out, I wish I researched about gym girl essentials. To save you the hassle, I've come up with my own list which I think are the absolute must-haves. It includes...
Although this may be advertised as a ‘travel bag', I personally find it great to take with me to the gym. It's not to big or bulky and sits nicely over my shoulder. It comes in a range of colours and is even water proof for when you don't quite tight...
ECOHUB Ryanair Cabin Bags 40x20x25
Ever since buying these straps, I've never been a day to the gym without them in my bag. I've had them for a while now and they're still in perfect condition. I love that you can choose to have coloured stripes going down them (I'm a pink lover so of...
AQF 60CM Heavy Duty Weight Lifting Straps
Padded ankle straps made with sweat proof material. I love to use these straps at the gym, particularly when doing cable kickbacks. My ankles are reasonably small but these straps adjust so they're tight enough, avoiding any movement. They're comfort...
AQF Neoprene Ankle Straps for Cable Machines
This has always been my go-to bottle for the gym. I like that its clear plastic so I know how much I've drunk and when I'm nearly in need of a refill. Also, for me personally I love to drink out of a straw- I'm not sure why but it makes me drink more...
AOHAN 1L Sports Water Bottle with Straw
These cooling towels are amazing for when I'm having a cardio day at the gym. The packaging is very small so it takes up barely any space in my bag and weighs a feather. I found this towel really does help to cool me down after a long run- my only fa...
Sukeen Cooling Towel 2 Pack, 40"x12"
For you protein lovers, here's my recommended shaker. Out of all the ones I've tried this MyProtein shaker has by far been the best. So far I've had mine for 2 years and it's still going strong with no cracks or anything. I've never had any leakages ...
Myprotein 600ml Black/Clear Shaker Bottle
You cannot fault these basic, white socks. Honestly, the padding in them is very high quality with extra on the sole for that added comfort. Unusual opinion but I'd actually pick these socks over my white nike ones. They truly are worth the money.
FORMEU Women Trainer Ankle Sports Socks 4/6 Pairs
If you knew me, you'd know I'm sometimes a bit of a germ freak. These mini, spray hand sanitisers permanently stay in my gym bag. They're not only cute to look at but they leave my hands feeling very clean and non-sticky. The scent is also fairly lon...
Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Spray Mini
I always feel prepared going to the gym knowing I have my mini bag of essential make-up, such as powder. I always come out the gym looking like I've been covered in grease so taking powder with me is an essential. I don't know about you but if I look...
Prite Clear Waterproof Makeup & Toiletry Bag
Hands down the best deodorant for exercise. Out of all the deodorant I've used, this one has definitely been the best in terms of masking strong odour and lasting long periods of time. It's also not big and bulky so it easily fits in my gym bag.
Mitchum Women Triple Odor Defense 48HR Stick
This mini hair brush is essential for when I go to the gym if I don't want to come out looking like my hair's a bird mess! No seriously- not kidding here! This brush does the job perfectly and leaves my hair feeling smooth all fresh again.
WetBrush Go Green Mini Detangler Brush Pink
For me, I find I have a better workout when knowing my belongings are safely locked away in my locker. This cute padlock ensures that my belongings are kept safe and where I left them. So far I've had no problems with using the padlock- it's smooth t...
ZHEGE 4-Digit Weatherproof Combination Lock
There's absolutely no need for you to spend hundreds on a pair of high-end, expensive headphones. These are superb, by far the best headphones I've ever owned. I use these for the gym and I've had no problems at all- they stay comfortably fit to my h...
DOQAUS Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones, 90H Playtime
Evertime I drive to the gym I always ensure I pop one of these little mints in my mouth. They leave my breath feeling super fresh and just give me that greater sense of comfort when talking to people as I know I won't have a pongy breath!! I'd recomm...
Smint Sugar Free Mints 50 XXL Peppermint
These socks are my personal favourite for when working out in the winter. They are very padded, and snug my feet making them feel very warm and cosy. You can adjust them to the length you need and if you want to cover more of your lower leg, I've had...