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Gym Essentials: Premium Picks for Strength & Performance
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items Here’s everything I actually use during my workouts – from supportive activewear to handy gym accessories. These picks help me stay comfortable, focused, and strong during every session. Perfect if you’re into pilates, strength training, or just gett...
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GYM SHOES
GYM SHORTS
WOMEN’S TRAINING TOPS
WOMEN’S LEGGINGS & TIGHTS
HOODIES & LONG SLEEVES
ACCESSORIES
GYM SHOES
These feel like a mix between a lifting shoe and a training sneaker. The HOVR cushioning makes jumping feel soft and bouncy, but the lateral support keeps you locked in for side-to-side movements. I reach for these on days when I do both weights and ...
Under Armour HOVR Apex 3 - Sport Vision
GYM SHORTS
These are buttery soft but still compressive. The seamless waistband and contouring detail make them super flattering. They’re great for strength training or glute days — and they don’t dig into the thighs. Affordable too, around $40.
Gymshark Vital Seamless 2.0 Shorts - Black Marl
These are made from their Everlux fabric, which is cool to the touch, sweat-wicking, and compressive in all the right places. They never ride up, even during squats or lunges, and the high waist stays put. I have them in 3 colors. Price is around $64...
Wunder Train High-Rise Short 6" | Women's Shorts - Lululemon
These are a classic. Thin, lightweight, and perfect for layering or wearing on hot days. The waistband is snug but not too tight, and the fit is close without being too compressive. They’re great for mobility-focused workouts. Usually about $35.
Nike Pro 365 Women's 5" Shorts
Super stretchy, flattering, and perfect for heavy lower-body workouts. These shorts really hug your curves without flattening anything, and the scrunch detail in the back makes them a favorite for glute day. They’re around $52 and feel premium.
Amplify Short 4.5" - Black - Alphalete Athletics
WOMEN’S TRAINING TOPS
This top feels like a second skin — soft, minimal seams, and surprisingly supportive even without a separate sports bra. It’s my go-to for lighter lifting or Pilates days, but I also wear it casually. The cropped cut hits just right. It’s around $68 ...
lululemon Align™ Tank Top *Light Support, A/B Cup
Supportive enough for medium-intensity workouts, but also cute enough to wear outside the gym. The built-in bra is secure, and the ribbed material gives a luxe vibe. It’s structured but stretchy. Perfect for strength or core work. Around $72.
Bras & Bralettes for Womens | Alo Yoga
Lightweight, super breathable, and flowy. This is great for sweaty workouts or cardio days when I don’t want anything clinging to me. The back straps give it a cool, feminine look, and it’s priced around $30–35.
Nike Dri-FIT One Elastika Women's Standard Fit Tank Top
If you want serious support without sacrificing style, this longline sports bra is amazing. It holds everything in place for HIIT or heavy lifting, and the breathable cups add comfort. It doubles as a top with high-waisted leggings. Priced around $55...
Women's UA Infinity 2.0 High Sports Bra | Under Armour Srbija
WOMEN’S LEGGINGS & TIGHTS
These are hands-down one of the best leggings for strength training. They’re made with Everlux fabric, which is ultra-cool, dries quickly, and has just the right amount of compression. The waistband stays up even during deep squats or burpees, and th...
Wunder Train High-Rise Tight 25 - Leggings - Lululemon
What I love about these is how flattering they are without sacrificing performance. The seamless knit molds to your body and the material is breathable but still compressive enough for leg day. The animal pattern adds a fun twist without being too mu...
Gymshark Adapt Animal Seamless Leggings - Black
The fabric here is buttery soft with a bit of a sheen. They’re more of a light-to-medium support legging, great for upper body days, yoga, or just feeling cute. They have a hidden waistband pocket, which I love for keys or cards. These go for about $...
Luxe Tights & Leggings. Nike.com
These feel like a cross between tights and sweatpants — incredibly soft but still performance-ready. They’re stretchy, squat-proof, and wick moisture like a dream. Perfect for colder gym days or low-impact training. Around $70.
Under Armour Women's UA Meridian Leggings - Kvantum Sport
HOODIES & LONG SLEEVES
This is my cozy-but-cute hoodie. It’s made from Vuori’s dream fabric — super soft, slightly stretchy, and lightweight but warm. I wear it to the gym, from the gym, and honestly, everywhere else too. It layers perfectly over tanks or bras and looks po...
Halo Performance Hoodie 2.0 | Black Heather Hoodie - Vuori
It’s oversized, plush, and effortlessly stylish. I throw it on for warmups or post-workout and always feel put-together. The fabric is thick and structured, with a cool cropped fit that works great with high-waisted leggings. Comes in beautiful neutr...
Scuba Oversized Half-Zip Hoodie - Lululemon
This one gives luxe streetwear vibes. It’s heavier and super cozy, perfect for rest days or layering on your way to the gym. The cotton fleece inside is incredibly soft, and the fit is relaxed without looking sloppy. A splurge at around $128, but it ...
Accolade Hoodie - Black - Alo Yoga
ACCESSORIES
These are soft, supportive, and stay in place during training. The cushioning under the heel and forefoot makes them perfect for longer sessions. I stock up on these — they come in multipacks and cost around $20 for three pairs.
Nike Everyday Plus Cushioned Training Crew Socks (6 Pairs)
Perfect for weight training if you want to avoid calluses. They’re breathable, padded just enough, and have a good grip on barbells and dumbbells. They also wash easily and last forever. Around $25.
Women's Gym, Sports & Training Gloves - Under Armour
A gym bag that fits everything — shoes, clothes, gear — without being bulky. It has compartments for wet clothes and a water bottle, and the straps are padded and comfy. Durable and sleek. Usually priced around $45.
adidas | Power VI Backpack Unisex | Back Packs | SportsDirect.com
This bottle keeps water cold forever and looks super chic. The screw top is easy to open mid-workout, and the matte finish is nice to hold. Doesn’t leak. I take it everywhere. Around $38.
Back To Life Sport Bottle 24oz | Men's Water Bottles - Lululemon