Gym Girl Essentials
What Every Fit Chick Needs in Her Bag (and Why You’ll Thank Me Later)
7/15/20254 min read
Let’s be honest: if your gym bag looks like a black hole of mismatched socks, expired protein bars, and questionable smells—it’s time for an upgrade. You’re not just any gym-goer; you’re that girl who shows up, shows out, and has her life together (or at least pretends to). So let’s get into the must-have gym bag essentials that every fit chick should have to crush her workouts, keep things clean, and look good doing it!
First things first, you need a gym bag that can handle your lifestyle—meaning: functional compartments, water-resistant fabric, and enough space to carry everything but the squat rack. Look for one that screams organized beast mode, not "high school P.E. flashback."
Say goodbye to using the gym’s crusty, community ankle straps. These SUPREME COMFORT ankle cuffs are designed just for women (finally). No more adjusting ratty velcro mid-kickback. These are super cute, wildly comfy, and more hygienic than borrowing sweat-soaked straps from Chad who never wipes anything down. Your glutes will be singing Hallelujah.
Plastic shaker bottles? Yeah, we don’t do that here. Not only do they absorb every scent they’ve ever come in contact with (hello, mystery protein smell), but many still contain BPA. That’s why I use a stainless steel blender bottle—it keeps things cold, clean, and toxin-free. Plus, it feels just a little bougie in the best way.
Raise your hand if you trust the gym’s towel service... yeah, me neither. Either they don’t have towels or you’re drying your face with something that looks like it cleaned the floor. Pack your own microfiber towel. It’s soft, quick-drying, and won’t leave you wondering if you’ve just rubbed bacteria on your freshly cleansed pores.
There are gym shorts… and then there are gym shorts that bootify your booty so well you consider skipping glute day. These are the shorts that make you do a double-take in the mirror and accidentally PR your hip thrusts. Find the right pair and suddenly every set feels sponsored.
Gyms are the Wild West of sweat. I keep natural cleaning wipes infused with lavender and vinegar because 1) I’m not trying to share DNA with the last five people who touched that bench and 2) it smells like self-care. Wipe it down before AND after, queen.
Let’s keep it real: sometimes you sweat like a beast and smell like one too. Enter Lume's whole-body deodorant wipes. Whether it’s your armpits, underboob, or...undercarriage (we said what we said), these wipes keep you fresh for post-gym errands, dates, or just not offending people at Trader Joe’s.
Tracking your workouts isn’t just for overachievers. A good fitness planner helps you see progress, plan splits, and stay consistent. It’s like having a mini coach in your gym bag. Plus, there’s something deeply satisfying about checking off sets like a boss.
Don’t let cheap straps kill your gainz. These heavy-duty lifting straps are built to last through your toughest sessions. You invested in supplements and a gym membership—don’t half-ass your accessories. Your wrists (and future PRs) will thank you.
The Final Flex-Packing your gym bag right means you show up ready to perform. No more winging it, no more mystery smells, no more forgetting something crucial. With these essentials, you’re not just showing up to the gym—you’re showing up as her.
All of these products are linked on my Favorites Page for easy access. I only recommend what I use and love—so if it's on this list, it's legit.
Now go lift heavy, smell great, and own leg day like the gym goddess you are. 😎
