Gym Bag Essentials

We’ve put together a list of gym bag essentials to take the stress out of preparing your gym bag. This list will ensure that you don’t leave anything important behind on your next trip to the gym! So read on, pack up, and get that body moving!

1. Headphones

Essential for any gym workout is a good pair of headphones! Whether you’re opting for cordless in the ear headphones to not get in the way of your stride, or sound blocking, larger, over your ear headphones to keep the background noise to a minimum - be sure to pack your preferred as a motivating soundtrack in your ear will push you to make the most out of your workout!

2. Roar Republic Water bottle

There is nothing worse than getting to the gym and realising you haven’t packed a water bottle to keep you hydrated! Our go to? The Roar Republic Water Bottle of course! It is durable, easy to clean and the best part of it is its reusable, looking out for our environment!

3. Cleansing wipes

If you’re on the go post workout and need a little freshen up until you have a shower, a cleansing towelette is a great thing to have in your gym bag! A great way to keep your post workout glow but ditch the sweat and build up of old makeup and prevent breakouts. Our pick? Koh Gen Do Cleansing Water Cloth.

4. Dry Shampoo

Still a day or two away from your hair washing day? Dry shampoo is an essential to keep your hair fresh and odor free! Our pick? Bumble and bumble Pret-a-Powder Post Workout Dry Shampoo Mist! It absorbs oil, helps to eliminate odour and is available in both full and travel sizes so you can definitely fit one in your gym bag!

5. Deodorant

For obvious reasons, deodorant is a must for a gym bag! Keep B.O. at bay before, after, or during your workout! Whether you prefer a standard deodorant or a clinical one - make sure you’ve got a spare packed in your gym bag. Our pick? Native Aluminum Free Coconut and Vanilla Deodorant.

6. A Snack

Just finished a big gym session and you’ve still got a few hours to wait until your next meal? Keeping a snack, such as a protein bar, in your gym bag will keep your stomach rumbles at bay whilst also contributing to muscle repair and growth! Our pick? The Keep it Cleaner Chocolate Cherry Protein Bar! Full of nutrients but also super yummy and keeps you fuller for longer. Available at Coles.