When you’re heading to the gym, it’s important to make sure
you have all the workout gear you will need. Unfortunately, hectic work and
personal schedules, combined with the rush of getting out the door in the
morning, mean you often forget some of the most important items. Here we’ll
break down exactly what should be in your gym bag so you’ll always have what
you need.fashionbeautypalace
The right shoes
When you head to the gym to workout, it’s vitally important
that you have the proper workout gear, including footwear. Shoes with a wide
toe-box will allow your toes to spread during movement, and a thin flexible
sole will allow your feet to naturally stretch and recoil during impact. If
your feet are strong enough however, then the best footwear is simply bare feet
– allowing you to feel the ground and react quickly to movement.techgeeksblogger
Comfortable, yet
functional clothing and workout gear
Choose something form-fitting, but not so tight that it’s
restrictive. You want to see and feel the shape of your body while working out
to ensure that you’re using correct form. If your clothing is too loose, you
may not be aware that your body is out of alignment, which makes it more likely
that you’ll strain or hurt yourself.triotechdigital
Your
favorite playlist
Working out is a lot more fun if you have a great soundtrack
to go along with it. Put together a playlist before you arrive at the club so
you’re ready to go. Choose music that is upbeat to help keep you motivated and
your heart rate up throughout your workouts. As a tip for running and cycling,
listen to hip-hop or drum & bass – both of which are in the the right tempo
range for optimal cadence; throw in some slower songs at the end for your cool-down
session.computertechreviews
Water
bottle
Even if the club has water fountains, you should still have
your own water bottle as an addition to your workout gear. Having it at the
ready while you’re working out will increase the likelihood that you’ll sip
frequently to stay hydrated. It also make it less likely that you’ll want to
take a trip down the hall to get a drink and risk losing a spot on your
favorite machine. For optimal hydration and recovery, add a pinch of salt to
the water.gethealthandbeauty
Personal
care items
If you plan to wash and shower after your workout, be sure
to pack all of the personal care items you’ll need, including shampoo, soap,
deodorant and moisturizer. If you’re worried about the safety about using
communal showers with bare feet, toss in a pair of rubber flip-flops.
Change of
clothes
You never know when friends might want to go grab a bite to
eat later on, so it is always a good ideas to have a fresh change of clothes in
your gym bag. After all, you don’t really want to get back into the work
clothes that you’ve been wearing all day. Pick something comfortable and casual
to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after your workouts.
