This blog is for the ladies who are just beginning to train in a gym or for those of you who may be considering it. There are a number of things you MUST have with you in your gym bag.
Here are my top 8 below:
1. Gym Shoes
I've realized so many girls seem to underestimate how important it actually is to wear the right shoes when working out. It is important to make sure you have shoes that are supporitve and comfortable. It may even be best to buy a pair of gym shoes, specifically to use only at the gym or when exercising. If you don't wear the right shoes while working out, it can often lead to potential injuries, as well as having a BIG impact on your training. In my opinion I perfer to wear the Nike Flex sneakers. The fact that these shoes are made to be flexible and can bend any which way, is perfect when working out.
2. Dry Hair Shampoo
Many of you may be asking yourself why this.... well the answer to your question is that I have realized many people often live a busy life. Often times we try out best to squeeze the gym into our busy schedules. If you find that your hair is a sweaty mess after a workout and need to be somewhere, then the dry hair shampoo will be a complete lifesaver!! It not only refreshes your hair and soaks up the oils in your hair, but also leaves your hair looking flawless as if you didn't even hit the gym that day! At the moment I use dry hair shampoo from, "Not Your Mothers". I have noticed that it has instant results. Such as absorbs the excess oils out of my hair quickly! It is just very convenient to use after the gym. It's available at almost any drug store!!
3. Music Player
I find it a necessity to workout with music on, it not only allows me to focus on my workouts, but it keeps me in the zone. Take an iPod/Iphone that is filled with your favorite upbeat music. It will surely motivate you! I tend to catch myself listening to a lot of hip-hop/techno/house songs when working out. Oh and one thing that I find is best for me to always remember my headphones is by leaving them in the car, this way they will always be with you when heading to the gym!
4. Oil Absorbing Sheets Or Mini Cleanser
It is no suprise you get sweaty after a workout, and although that may be satisfying in a way , it is important to take a minute and think about your skin, especially your face! Sweat is known to trap dirt and other particles in your pores, so make sure you wipe over your face before and after you are done working out to prevent any breakouts. I use Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing sheets, which work amazing on my face. They literally remove all of the excess oil on my face, and the best part is they don't even smudge makeup!
5. Water Bottle
It’s extremely important to stay hydrated during a workout, so fill up your favorite water bottle and place it in your gym bag before you head out for the gym. Refill your water bottle at the gym when you run out of water and remember to drink plenty of water during workouts. I prefer a large 24 oz water bottle when at the gym!
6. Lifting Gloves
Sweaty hands can make gripping weighs a slippery affair, so it often pays to wear weight lifting gloves. If gloves happen to not be your thing, you can always give climbers' chalk a go. Both of these options keep your hands dry, but gloves do have a benefit. This is the fact that they prevent calluses on your hands. That is honestly one of the main reasons why I wear my lifting gloves, to prevent any clluses on my hands, I prefer my hands to be nice and soft :)
7. Hair Ties & Hair Brush
So whats the one thing us girls always seem to find missing........... hair ties!!
8. Healthy Snack for Post Workout
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