New year, new goals, NEW GYM BAG.
Now that is a resolution this girl can get on board with! I mainly do my workouts from the comfort of my home, but Charlotte has such an amazing fitness community that I can't always say no to a pop-up dance class. Whether you’re hitting up the gym or a local fitness class, the best way to walk in feeling confident is to make sure you’re prepared! These must-have gym bag essentials will get you ready to looking and feeling your best during and post-workout. Don't forget to pack your bag the NIGHT BEFORE. Rushing to pack in the morning will only increase your anxiety and throw off your flow before you even get out the door. Plus, you are more likely to forget your go-to items. No thank you!
1. PRIVATE PARTY GYM BAG
Finding a good gym bag that fits you and all your stuff is KEY. If you're excited to pack your gym bag, you'll be excited to get to the gym to show it off! This bag is soo me —"Will Workout For Cupcakes", I mean, isn't this why we are all working out in the first place?! Not only is this bag cute, it's big enough to fit everything I need! It also comes in other cute sayings like "Gym & Juice" and "Meet Me At The Barre" so you can find the perfect pick for your personality! Thank you #FabFitFun!
2. BEATS HEADPHONES
Keep it moving during your workout -- my Rose Gold Beats are the perfect touch of bling and keep me moving my thing! Capturing yourself in the mirror sporting something you love will keep you in the groove, looking good, and feeling motivated -- you look hot girl! Now blast that T-Swift or Beyonce and move that booty!
3. SKINVOLVE BODY BOOST GEL
Another amazing #FabFitFun find is this Body Boost Gel. This pre-workout gel tones, firms, and smooths your desired cellulite target areas. The combination of menthol, green tea, and ginseng applied in a small coin amount smells good and will whisk your worries away! It is both sulfate and cruelty free, plus it is made in the U.S. to support our local economy! So get your burn on girl!
4. S'WELL BOTTLE
Reuse, reduce, recycle! We're saving the earth one woman and one reusable canteen at a time! S'well bottles are designed to keep your water or sports drink cold for a full 24 hours. They also come in a variety of sizes depending on your preference. Fun fact from the creators that we gals LOVE: the larger sizes can hold an entire bottle of wine. Just saying! A perfect combo for my love of staying fit and living a realistic lifestyle. We can have our wine/cupcakes and eat them too!
5. KLORANE DRY SHAMPOO
Now I have tried a TON of dry shampoos, and this is the only one that really makes my hair look refreshed and clean. Get rid of that white residue in your hair, girls! THE WORST. Klorane products really ARE "100% life changing!" Their dry shampoo (oat-milk) is extremely gentle, absorbs oil from your hair and scalp, and controls future oil production. Formulated with plant-based ingredients, this line is also hypoallergenic and vegan for your personal needs. Â
6. BUSY BEAUTY BODY WIPES
It's every woman's modus operandi to stay so fresh and so clean, clean! Use these portable handy wipes (anytime) + anywhere on the body to get rid of sweat, dirt, and odor quickly. I love them because they are larger and thicker than most brands on the market AND they are safe for those of us with sensitive skin. Make freshening up after your gym routine easy with ingredients like peppermint oil, tea tree oil, lanolin oil, and ginseng that combine for a truly refreshing scent.
7. FIST-PUMP, PUSH-UPS, CHAPSTICK
When you're at the gym, the last thing you want is chaped lips to distract you from your bad ass workout. If you're anything like me, I can't go a full hour without applying chapstick -- so having one in my gym bag is a given. EOS lip balm really is the evolution of smooth. It comes in a variety of flavors and colors, plus you'll look cute while putting it on!Â
I'm also obsessed with Sephora's line of lip balm scrubs. I grabbed their coconut and honey balms while standing on the checkout line (dang their marketing is good)! I haven't turned back since. This chapstick hydrates well and glides on so smooth you barely know it's there! The varying line features yummy flavors, each addressing different lip needs like exfoliation, sun protection, plumping, and shine. Beauty is uncomplicated with these.Â
8. DOVE DEODORANT
Don't forget your underarms! The main reason we all hit the gym is to get a good sweat in, so a deoderant is a must have. Dove advanced care antiperspirant protects against underarm sweat and odor for up to a whole 48 hours. This moisturizing deodorant goes on smooth and helps sensitive under arm skin from irritation. The smell of "cool cucumber" alone is reason enough for me! I get compliments on my perfume regularly. Little do they know my secret is Dove!
9. THE CLASSIC BOBBY PIN
Bobby pins are a life staple, especially for those of us with short hair! I can't tell you how many times I have forgotten these and boy, did I regret it. I have a whole pack just for my gym bag since we all know they somehow tend to dissapear on us when we need them most. When hair ties don't do the trick, bobby pins are a girls best friend!
10. B.Y.O.T.
Bring Your Own Towel! Half the time, the gym runs out of towels by the time I get there, or pop-up classes don't supply them. Plus, gym towels can feel rough after multiple washes and tend to cling to that old musty stank! For those of you who are OCD like me and my girl gang, bringing your own towel will put your mind at ease... I got my go-to-towel from a free barre class at #Fabletics. Check out some of their free events near you! Don't fret, if you're on a budget a simple cotton or terrycloth towel will do.Â
THE RESULTS
Using a pre-planned, pre-packed gym bag will help increase your enthusiasm about your workout routine. Let's go kick some ass ladies! And shine on!
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