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Gym accessories I can’t live without as a trainer
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items I’ve been a professional dancer and personal trainer for long enough to know what REALLY makes a difference and is worth your money. These are my favorite things that make my life easier as a personal trainer and dancer in NYC!
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Hydrate
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Recover
I LOVE this thing! I’m a lifter and professional dancer, and I always have areas of my body that need some extra TLC. My hips and traps specifically get really achy and sore after heavy lifts and intense dance events, and this gun really gets in ther...
Theragun Prime | Deep Percussion Massage for Better Recovery
Everyone should have a foam roller. No debate. This is one of the best, most affordable tools out there to self-massage and treat sore muscles, AND for warming up your muscles before a workout. My gym has these, but I also have one at home because I ...
Gymshark Foam Roller - Black
My husband has been a trend-setter with these shoes at our gym. And for good reason! They are so comfortable, and their breathable design and slip-on ability just make them my go-to shoes for my recovery days
White / Cream – Kane Revive – Active Recovery Shoe
I was skeptical at first, but wow am I SO happy I got these. I’m a lifter and a professional dancer, so my legs take a lot of beating. These things make an ENORMOUS difference. Whenever I’m feeling achy and/or sore, I throw these bad boys on. The com...
JetBoots Prime (Regular) | Lightweight Wireless Compression Boots
These make stretching SO much easier. I use them every day either to warm up, cool down, or work on my flexibility on rest days
High Performance Yoga Strap - AligN
Hydrate
This water bottle is my ride-or-die. I have the 40z jug, and sipping on it throughout the day is GAME-changer for someone who hates drinking water. It also keeps my water cold for over 24 hours, and this thing does NOT leak. I throw it in my bag with...
Traveler
Okay this one’s not an accessory, but it does change the game when it comes to hydration and recovery. These have made such a huge difference for me, not only because I hate drinking water, but because these are full of the electrolytes that my body ...
Hydration Multiplier - Electrolyte Drink Mix
Workout
As a professional dancer, personal trainer, and mom of twins who is always on the go, these have been the perfect shoe for me. They’re stable enough for heavy lifting, but flexible and soft enough to jog in. Easily some of the best trainers I’ve owne...
Nike Free Metcon 6 SE Women's Workout Shoes
These earbuds are so cool, first of all! I’ve been wishing there was something out there like this, where you can hear your music but not have anything shoved into your ear canal. I live in NYC, and am often walking around the city and subways late a...
Shop Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
The difference these make to how much weight and volume I can get in my lifts is absolutely mind-blowing. If you’re going for heavy deadlifts, high volume dumbbell RDLs, or anything that requires a lot of grip strength, you want these in your gym bag...
Lifting Straps & Wrist Wraps
I love this headband. Yes it’s cute and trendy, but it also keeps the sweat and fly aways out of my eyes when I’m doing cardio or circuit training, and that makes a huge difference for someone with sensory issues.
Gymshark Diffuse Sweat Headband - Black
These are a must-have for anyone training to do their first pull-up (or increase their pull-up endurance). I’ve also found these extremely helpful while traveling, because they allow me to get in good resistance workouts with very minimal equipment. ...
Rubberbanditz: Resistance Bands - Workout, Stretch & Exercise Bands
This bag was designed by someone who KNOWS the gym routine. They really thought of everything with this, from the separate shoe and dirty-clothes compartments, detachable strap that doubles as a yoga strap, to the water-resistant material and sleek d...
3-in-1 Gym Duffle Bag 30L | Bags,Purses,Wallets
I’m not too into the big scrunchy look, so these are a nice, more subtle alternative that still keep your hair healthy. They feel secure without pulling, and when I take them out, I rarely see hairs come out with it. These are a good staple for your ...
Skinny Scrunchies *6 Pack | Women's Hair Accessories
I lift HEAVY, and these silicone rings make it possible to do that without damaging my wedding/engagement rings or pinching myself. Definitely a must-have for gym-goers!
Women's Eva Shockey Dark Forest Triple Stack