gym bag essentials of a longevity fitness trainer

Motivation and preparation are both key to a successful, consistent fitness regimen. Stocking your gym bag with the items and accessories you need to feel your best will, in turn, help you perform your best while eliminating any room for excuse-making. Take a look into the gym bag of a Longevity trainer and shop their essentials. 

SILICONE WEDDING BAND/ENGAGEMENT RING
Whether you want to protect your ring from damage or have a habit of removing it for a workout and later misplacing, this silicone ring is the way to go. It fills the void of a bare hand in a safe and comfortable manner. Share a multi-pack with a friend for less than $10. ​

BALA WRIST WEIGHTS
Pack a punch and add a subtle, yet fiery, challenge to your bodyweight workouts with 1-2 pound wrist weights.

DIY REFRESHING BODY SPRAY
Add a few drops of peppermint oil to a bottle of rosewater spray for an ultra cooling post-workout mist. 

DAILY DOSE OF GREENS
Head into your workout feeling cleansed and energized by integrating this all-in-one supplement. Athletic Greens contains several vitamins, minerals, nutrient-dense raw superfoods, alkalizing herbs and antioxidants, as well as digestive enzymes, probiotics and adaptogens. Simply stir with water and drink at least a half hour before movement for optimal performance. ​

LAUNDRESS SPORT SPRAY
Who doesn’t love smelling like a clean load of laundry, even after an intensive workout? Made with less than 5 plant-derived ingredients, this long-lasting spray is a gym bag must. Shop Laundress detergent and sport spray at the Longevity Fitness Penthouse.  ​

DRY SHAMPOO
We love a good sweat, but that love isn’t always reciprocated by our hair. Dry shampoo is a quick and effective way to freshen up hair without having to fully wash and dry. However, many dry shampoos, aerosols especially, contain harmful ingredients to both your body and the environment. Opt for naturally-derived powdered dry shampoo - and if you prefer aerosol, avoid any of the following ingredients: butane, propane, isobutane, mica, fragrance, talcum and tetrafluoropropene. This dry shampoo is a clean alternative. 

SPF/SUNSCREEN
For terrace workouts, walking around downtown and overall skin longevity. Shop the water- and sweat-resistant, sport sunscreen All Good (SPF 30) at the Longevity Fitness Penthouse. 

MORE LONGEVITY STAFF PICKS

Harmless Harvest coconut water

Nutrabio BCAAs

Wrist straps or grip gloves 

Balanced Body weighted ball for myofascial release

Almond butter individual packets 

Hair elastics/ties 

Extra pair of Pilates grip socks

Nourishing protein bar
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Burt’s Bees tinted chapstick

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