7 Must-Have Gym Bag Essentials : Beginners Guide

Have you just signed up for a gym membership? If yes, then you might have bought a brand new gym bag for your workout sessions.

But wait! Have you started packing your workout bag with various gym essentials?

Still, confused about what to include in your gym bag? Well, it happens.

I was in the same situation when I first started hitting the gym. I remember it took me a long time to curate my "perfect" workout bag containing all the necessary items.

Consider me your advisor.

I have prepared a list of 7 must-have gym bag essentials for beginners like you.

Your gym bag and workout sessions are incomplete without them.

Curious to know what they are?

Find out below!

      1. A Good Pair of Training Shoes

Think about it.

You went to the gym with your white sneakers on.

By the end of your session, your feet will be sore and your sneakers will be damaged.

This is because sneakers aren't designed for long training sessions and they lack proper support and long-term comfort.

Instead, a good pair of training shoes is ideal for different kinds of workouts.

Training shoes provide extra support and comfort to your feet, omitting any chance of injury. These shoes also help with maintaining proper posture while keeping your spine aligned.

In a nutshell, training shoes are all-in-one workout shoes and are a must-have in your gym bag.

If you don't have one, order them now.

​2. A Water Bottle

Imagine you are in the gym performing heavy weight training and sweating heavier.

What will your body crave?

Obviously water. Hydration is the key to optimal body functioning, hence better workout sessions.

That is why you should reserve a place for a water bottle in your gym bag.

It is recommended to buy bottles made of copper because of its numerous health benefits. If not copper, then stainless steel and glass are some safe options.

Never use a bottle made of plastic as it contains a harmful chemical called bisphenol A (BPA).

Start sipping from that bottle in between your gym sessions.

3. Microfiber Towel

The workout sessions are intense. We all know that.

You are drenched in sweat.

What do you need now?

Think think...

Yes, you guessed it right!

A microfiber towel to clean off that sweat from your face and body.

But why a microfiber towel?

This is because microfiber towels absorb water and dry quickly. They even resist getting stinky when kept in a gym bag.

Did you put a microfiber towel in your gym bag? If not, now is the time.

4. Post-Workout Shake

Protein is a body-building food that helps with muscle building and recovery.

Fitness experts often suggest taking a lean protein meal within 60 minutes post-workout.

I am sure you don't want to miss out on this.

So, it’s better to carry your protein shake in your workout bag before hitting the gym.

Let the gains begin!

5. Workout Headphones

Are you someone who workouts solo?

And who likes the music being played at the gym? Almost none.

Then you must opt for good quality workout headphones so that you can enjoy your gym sessions and are motivated for the same.

If you hate any kind of disturbances, try using wireless headphones so that you don't have to waste your time untangling the mess of your earphone wires.

Enjoy the music and start pumping those guns!

6. Deodrant

Who wants to smell all sweaty while working out?

I assure you no one.

Having heavy workout sessions at the gym can make you sweat like a pig.

This means you are going to stink, which will make people around you go away.

I can't even imagine what it feels like.

To avoid such situations, go to your nearby store, pick an odor eliminator deodorant and stash it in your gym bag.

You will pray for me for the wonders it will do for you.

7. Life Essentials

You would never want to forget your phone and wallet at home.

They are without a doubt the most important things you need whenever you leave your house. Modern-day necessities.

However, we often tend to forget one of these when leaving for the gym.

Find some space in your workout bag and place these essentials in there.

Final Words

You just started working out and there is still much time left to go to the gym to become a habit.

At this time you will forget to bring some things to the gym and that is completely fine.

My advice to you is to arrange your gym bag beforehand so that you don't miss any important items.

Pick up that gym bag, head to the gym, and give it your best.

Let's get big!