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The trick, of course, is knowing exactly what to pack.

I tend to lean toward the latter.

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Large duffels like theIncase EO Duffelwork perfectly.

The clean and simple lines also don’t scream “gym bag!”

making it a more versatile everyday option.

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Plus, the sip spout folds down, making it less likely to spill or leak in your bag.

For me, this has a few benefits.

Second, I tend to have very sensitive ears, and wearing anything in my ears leads to headaches.

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I don’t have that problem with this brand because nothing goes in my ears.

It’s pretty fabulous.

Apparently especially to me.

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Say, for instance, you head to the gym right after work.

Do you really want to change back into your work clothes after you leave the gym?

But chances are you don’t want to stay in your sweaty workout clothes, either.

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And personally, I suggest you stock up on workout clothes that can pass for street wear.

After lots of (painless) research, if I had to choose two complete (and stylish!)

And by electing clothing in all black, you don’t have to worry about sweat stains.

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Don’t do it.

Always a good thing.

A post-workout snack

One rule every fit chick has?

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Never be caught without a snack, especially a post-workout snack.

Basically they check all the boxes.

They even have versions that are nut-allergy safe, so there’s literally something for everyone.

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It’s a rookie move.

I know I don’t.

The struggle is real, but this product has helped.

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But they will judge you if you still smell like sweat.

Store a pack of body-safe wipes in your bag, like theHonest Company’s Travel Baby Wipes.

Plus, the small travel packs can easily be slipped in a side-pocket of your gym bag.

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Jump rope

I never go anywhere without a jump rope.

Resistance bands

In addition to a jump rope, I always have resistance bands with me.

They’re lightweight and easy to pack away, making them the perfect training tool for go-anywhere workouts.

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Just grab your resistance bands and add a circuit of strength training exercises at your desk.

Antiperspirant Deodorant

This is one of those “duh” items.

And if I were you, I wouldn’t keep justonestick of deodorant in your bag, but several.

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Because youneverwant to be caught without extra deodorant after a workout, am I right?

It’s a common problem.

An easy solution is to keep an extra pack of bands in your bag.

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It also just looks really cool, with a hi-res color touchscreen and interchangeable bands and frames.

It’s not your standard fitness tracker.

Training shoes

Of course, I’d be remiss not to remind you to pack your shoes.

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Hopefully you wouldn’t have forgotten on your own.

like hear me: This style of shoe isn’t for everyone!

), theKlitch clipcan attach any pair of shoes to any bag with a simple carabiner set up.

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TheUncommonGoods Recycled Wetsuits Yoga Matis a pretty cool 5-millimeter option.

Couldn’t be easier!

While you may decide not to include these tools in your gym bag, Ialwayshave them with me.

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