We're Gearing Up For Fall With These Editor-Approved Must Haves For September

"I'm not a big fan of supplements, but I do really like the The Nue Co brand. I've been testing out a few of The Nue Co products, and one supplement I really like is the Probiotic Plant Protein ($55). I typically avoid protein powder because I find that most have a terrible aftertaste, but this one doesn't really have a flavor (which I prefer). When I'm superbusy and running from a workout to work, I'll mix this protein powder with oat milk and have a quick meal replacement." — Tamara Pridgett, assistant editor, Fitness

"The Frank by Aly Raisman ($145) is a pair of cross-training sneakers I love wearing to the gym, around the office, and pretty much anywhere else. I'm not kidding — I went to the YMCA to lift with my boyfriend one Sunday afternoon, and the next morning I slipped on these bad boys before work. They're true to size, come in a cool patchwork pattern (that color combo is all kinds of wonderful!), and were a collaboration between York Athletics and one of my favorite Olympic gymnasts. What's not to like?" — Sam Brodsky, assistant editor, Fitness

"The Athleta Lightning Camo 7/8 Tight in SuperSonic ($98) is a fun pattern to break up my typical black leggings. Plus, the high waist is flattering and stays up even during high-intensity activity, including long runs and interval training. The best part? The SuperSonic collection is sustainable; the SuperSonic fabric is made from recycled nylon made in fair trade-certified factory. Through this process, Athleta has already helped eliminate 15 tons of waste. Now that's a win-win!" — Christina Stiehl, editor, Fitness

"Every one of my long runs in August was hot, like, 77-degrees-or-warmer hot, which to a coastal Californian is rough, OK? I'd come home dehydrated and drained. I don't usually drink recovery drinks, but BodyArmor sent me a sample of the BodyArmor Lyte Coconut ($12 for a 12-pack), and it's been a game-changer. The drink contains coconut water and 350 milligrams of potassium (an electrolyte) to help with rehydration and recovery. And, despite tasting like a virgin piña colada, a bottle only has three grams of sugar, 20 calories, and no preservatives. It was so refreshing and re-energizing after a long run, and since I don't expect September to be any cooler than August, I suspect I'll be crawling to the refrigerator for this drink after many runs to come." — Maggie Ryan, assistant editor, Fitness

"I usually go for your classic plain, functional sports bra, and while that's still my go to, I feel like Autumn is a good time to shake things up. 2xist's Colorblock Medium-Impact Sports Bra ($37, originally $46) is way out of my comfort zone (not only a bright color, but also a pattern?!), so I was surprised how much I liked it. It's a little longer than a typical sports bra, more like a crop top, which gives you more coverage if you're working out without a shirt. The cutout keeps you cool and was more flattering than I expected. And the bra itself was soft, comfortable, and really supportive for my weightlifting workouts." — MR

"I had a random gift card to Athleta and wanted to use the full balance at once, so I decided to add a pair of underwear to my purchase. I didn't expect the Athleta Performa Thong ($16) to be anything special, but the fabric is so soft and dare I say, the thong itself is actually comfortable!" — TP

"I recently took a nine-day trip to Europe with just a carry-on and had to be very strategic with my packing. I love the Carbon38 Ribbed Cami Bra ($78) because I was able to wear it during the day with high-rise shorts and then also wear it for my workout. It has a built-in shelf bra, strappy back, and elegant square neckline." — GFR