10 Gym Bag Essentials

GoRuck 20L Gym Bag

GoRuck designed their durable yet compact 20 Liter Gym Bag up to military standards, meaning when it’s not pulling gym bag duties during the week, it could very easily carry 400 pounds of weight through the mud, rain, and snow without breaking a sweat. It’s crafted in the USA from water resistant 1000D Cordura and features a humble 20 liter main compartment, two external zippered pockets, a small interior zippered pocket outfitted with red 550 paracord, and a velcro on the front for customizing the bag with a patch of your choice. BUY IT

Old Spice High Endurance Pure Sport Deodorant

Sweating it out in the gym for 2 hours will leave you smelling ripe. After you hit the showers, throw on some Old Spice Pure Sport, a deodorant stick in their new line of High Endurance grooming products. It provides odor protection all day long and the other gym rats will thank you. BUY IT

Nike Dri-Fit Knit Short Sleeve

Staying dry is one of Nike’s contributions to the world of athletics, and the best way to stay dry and cool during a hard workout is by donning the Dri-Fit Knit Short-Sleeve Shirt. It’s comfortable, lightweight, and features body temperature regulating climate control zones that keep you cool along with wicking away sweat to the fabric’s surface—all while promoting a full range of motion. BUY IT

Under Armour UA Microshorts II

The Under Armour UA Microshorts II are made from a 4-way stretch fabric that not only promotes breathability and superior movement in the gym, but is also outfitted with Under Armour’s signature moisture transport system that wicks sweat and moisture away from the body. BUY IT

Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity Tracker

Improving your performance is much easier when you’re keeping track of things. Throw the Nike Fitbit Flex in your gym bag and you’ll be able to track your steps, distance run, and calories burned, along with your sleep habits. Sync the Fitbit Flex to your iPhone or Android device and work toward your next goal as an informed athlete. BUY IT

Nike Air Max 90 Lunar C 3.0 Running Shoes

Nike’s Air Max 90 Lunar C 3.0 running shoes are a perfect blend between their Lunarlon technology and comfortable Air Max Cushioning. They feature a seamless upper with mesh panels, a soft Lunarlon midsole, tongue, and lining, and durable rubber traction outsoles. BUY IT

Jack Black Dragon Ice Relief & Recovery Balm

Throwing up insane amounts of weights for two hours or a three mile trek on the treadmill will likely usher in some unwanted joint and muscle pain. Stashing a tube of Jack Black’s Dragon Ice Relief and Recovery Balm in your gym bag is essential to combat those aches and pains so your next workout doesn’t suffer. This pain-relieving cream penetrates deep to soothe inflammation, joint pain, and sore muscles. BUY IT

Havaianas Top Flip Flops

Foot fungus is nothing to be proud of. Protect your paws on your way to and from the locker room showers with the Top Flip Flop Shower Sandals by Havaianas. They’re specially-crafted in Brazil from soft molded rubber, boast a shock-absorbing midsole, and take up little room in your gym bag. BUY IT

Camelbak Eddy Bottle

Be it water, Gatorade, or something a bit stronger, your drink of choice at the gym will stay cold and readily available with Camelbak’s Eddy Water Bottle at your side. With a 25-ounce fluid capacity, a redesigned cap for faster flow and durability, a spill-proof design, and an integrated drinking straw, you’ll stay replenished and hydrated the entire length of your workout. BUY IT

Sony Waterproof Walkman MP3 Player

Music is essential to a good workout. Whether you’re swimming laps or just a really heavy sweater, you needn’t worry with the Sony Walkman Waterproof MP3 Player. Its hands-free, wireless design is continuously waterproof at a depth of up to 2 meters, and features a USB connection for uploading MP3 files, 4GB of storage capacity, 8 hours of playtime on a single 90-minute charge, and 13.5mm drivers that deliver the same brilliant sound as its iPod counterpart. BUY IT