My gym times vary based on the week. Sometimes I’ll pop in during lunch, and other times it’s during the morning or late at night. I try to fit in time even on the busiest of days. I stay prepared by carrying my gym bag essentials on me at all times for whenever I decide to pop in. These gym bag essentials help get me through my workouts, as well as come in handy for pre and post workout. These are my must haves.
1. S’well bottle – I’ve been eyeing this bottle online for weeks now and I just so happened to have stumbled upon it last weekend in a local boutique! It’s the perfect shade of tiffany blue and does exactly what it says- it keeps things cold for 24 hours. I love iced water and always carry a water bottle on me, but it’s usually too hot outside for the coldness to even last. Well, that’s not the case with this bottle anymore. Highly recommend!
2. Peppermint + Deep Relief oil – I’ll let you in on a little secret of mine. I don’t go to the gym without peppermint oil. It works wonders when you’re breaking a sweat in the gym. I apply it to my temples (also great for headaches), back of neck, and forehead and the sensation of the oil cools me off instantly. Also, if your muscles are sore after a workout, Deep Relief oil will be your godsend! It comes in a roller bottle and is composed of powerful essential oils with anti-inflammatory and soothing properties for instant relief. I usually apply Deep Relief while I’m at the gym, then follow up with this essential oil pain cream at home.
3. Fitbit – If you read my favorite fitness apps post, you know how much I love my FitBit. I like to track my cardio and strength workouts and this makes doing so a breeze. The cardio machines are usually off with their calorie count, so I think this is great to have for a more accurate count.
4. On-the-Go Wipes – These wipes made by SweetSpot Labs (check out their totally swoon worthy Instagram!) are perfect for a quick post workout refresh and cleanse. If you’re on the go and have things to do after the gym, this will sure come in handy. Don’t forget to use your coupon for 15% off of these at Target!
5. U by Kotex – I love how sleek, bold, colorful, yet discreet these are, because let’s face it, you never know when you may unexpectedly need one! I’m also loving these even more discreet click tampons that fit in the palm of your hand. The cute packaging is also a plus! Right now when you head to Target you can save 15% plus get a free deluxe sample when you purchase two U by Kotex or SweetSpot Labs products.
What are your gym bag essentials?
ruthie says
Seeing as I have been living at the gym lately, in prep for the summer, this post is so relevant to me! On the top of my list is a fitbit!! xo
Krista Williams says
Love that water bottle! I was in need of a good one so that will be PERFECT!
Love it!
xo
Krista
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Manon says
I reallllly want a fitbit – these are simply amazing and everyone who workout should have one.
Chelsie says
I love the idea of the peppermint oil! I’ve never thought to bring it to the gym with me before but it makes sense. I just got a fitbit as well so I’m SO excited to try it
Mayra Murillo says
I have been wanting this bottle for a while now. I had never seen it in this beautiful color though. Now that I have, I must have it!
Melanie@Toots + Dill says
I’m so mad that I lost my Fitbit!!!! I’m hoping it’s in my house somewhere!!! It really changed my life about how many steps I was actually taking in a day!!! =) Great list and another I’d like to add is an arm strap for your phone/iphone!! =)
Leslie says
You have a lot of things in your bag like me too. They make them.so pretty and I love the colors. I want a fitbit so bad, I’ve got a Polar watch that I love but the fitbit does so much more.
Jasmine Eclipse says
This is the most aesthetically pleasing post I’ve ever seen, and I also love all these products! I have a bottle similar to Swell, but mine is a Hydroflask and I love it!
Jessie Marie says
Everybody raves about those bottles! I might have to pick one up! xoxo, Jessie
https://citybelles.wordpress.com
Bree Hogan says
Love the look of the Tiffany blue water bottle! I think that just made my list…!
Kiara Catanzaro says
Those wipes would be awesome for after the gym! Especially if you have errands or work after your workout! Great list!
Leslie Soto says
I don’t work out in a gym but I do work out at home and my hubby and I have started hiking again so these are great things to keep with me when we’re hiking, too! I’m kinda upset that I didn’t grab the swell bottle I saw at a little boutique over the weekend-it’s on the wish list for sure now! And i’ll be ordering some on the go wipes soon, too!
Roxy says
I love this list. I’m really trying to train myself to spend more time in the gym, so I wouldn’t say I have a list of essentials just yet. However, I ALWAYS take my “I don’t sweat, I shine” water bottle and a towel.
Corinth says
I’m really loving my on-the-go wipes by SweetSpot Labs! And I’ve been seeing S’well bottles everywhere and I would really want to have one! Great post! 🙂
Crystal // Dreams, etc. says
This is the second time I’ve heard that peppermint oil helps with headaches. I get tension headaches at work sometimes, so I need to get some to carry around with me.
Angela Toslma says
I love the idea of peppermint oil. I always get headaches after a workout (not breathing enough) that might help!
Kari says
Swell water bottles are the best!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
Lexi says
I love Swell water bottles! They are so stylish and keep everything cold!
Jenny says
I love my Fitbit and I really want a Swell bottle!
xoxo, Jenny
Shelby says
I love my Fitbit! I have a bad habit of just wearing it to track my calories burnt during workouts though. Great post!
Ashleigh says
|Oh yeah, this is a great list of gym bag essentials! I love the idea of having some essential oils in there! I just repacked my bag today.. I’ll have to remember some of these items! Thanks for sharing!
Keating says
I have been wanting the S’well bottle for way too long now haha and that is literally the perfect color too. I may have to open up Amazon and order one tonight!
ashley says
I need a fitbit! U by Kotex is pretty much the brand I use! They have such colorful packaging! I will have to check out those wipes. Target always gets such awesome companies!
Emma says
So many great choices! I particularly love the sound of that water bottle and those essential oils. Pinning this for later!
Lezley says
This is such a great list. I’m always looking for ways to improve my workout routine. I will have to try the peppermint oil trick next time I work out.
Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says
Ah, love these items! I’ve just recently tried peppermint oil and I am hooked! I gotta try those wipes soon!
MITCH says
Thanks for sharing about that peppermint oil tip! Never heard about that before. Gotta try it.