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My Gym Bag Essentials
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items Are you a regular gym-goer or just starting out? Here are 10 of my FAVOURITE gym-related products that I'd recommend for anyone about to hit a workout at the gym. Ranging from gym equipment, to electronics, to recovery food/drinks, all these products...
If you're lifting heavy weights, having a good pair of lifting straps are very important. They will protect the skin on your hands from being damaged and actually help you to lift heavier by stabilising your grip.
Lifting Wraps, Straps & Cuffs
A good weightlifting belt will help you to stabilise your core, allowing you to lift heavier and avoid injuries. Oh, and as a bonus, you'll look extra snatched in the mirror.
Weightlifting Belts
I personally prefer a backpack over a gym bag
Gym Bags & Backpacks
A lot of gyms I've been to haven't had skipping ropes, so I find that carrying a rope in my bag is very essential.
Skipping Ropes & Jump Ropes
Resistance bands let you sculpt, stretch, and strengthen every muscle — no matter where you are. Affordable, travel-friendly, and perfect for beginners or pros, they turn even the tiniest space into a full-body workout zone. Why haul heavy weights wh...
Resistance Bands & Training Accessories
These are by far the best headphones I've ever used. The noise cancelling is wonderful, the fit is very comfortable, and the audio quality is excellent.
Headphones | Sony Online
Any microfibre towel will do the job, but I use this one from Kathmandu and I think it's wonderful
Microfiber Towel
A massage ball will CHANGE YOUR RECOVERY! No more using big bulky foam rollers, massage balls help me get out small knots in tight positions. And they're super light and small, so they're easy to just pop in your gym bag. A lot of gyms don't have the...
Massage Ball
Keeping up your electrolytes will help you stay energised and healthy, allowing you to train harder and longer, and minimise your recovery time.
Electrolyte Tablets
Sleeves and compression tights probably aren't necessary for most people, but for some (like myself) they really are. I struggle with poor blood circulation and vein issues, so wearing a compression sleeve on my leg helps to prevent issues with my ve...
Arm & Calf Sleeves
The Gym-Shark bottle is my favourite to take to the gym as it is a perfect size, it is durable and it is insulated, keeping your water cool and fresh.
Gym Water Bottles & Protein Shakers
If you have long hair, wearing a head-band at the gym is a life-saver. It keeps my hair tucked away, preventing it from falling down onto my forehead which can get so annoying!
Headbands & Hair Accessories
For a quick snack in between sets, these gym-bars are my favourite. You can get lots of different flavours and they're all super nutritious and packed full of protein and energy to keep your intensity up through a long workout.
Sports Protein & Energy Bars for Runners
Do I need to explain? Put a good deodarant in your gym bag!
Antiperspirant Deodorants