16 Halloween Costumes For the Gym
16 Halloween Costumes For the Gym *and* the After Party
Halloween isn't just for kids — in fact, it's arguably more fun for adults. As grown-ups, there's plenty of creative costumes to choose from, but also way more options to celebrate. The only downside is — now that the days of trick-or-treating have come and gone (for the most part) — there's a chance the actual holiday might land smack dab in the middle of your weekly fitness routine. And as much as we'd love to party all week long, many of us have bills to pay, mouths to feed, and yes, workouts to hit. Luckily, there's still ways to stay in the Halloween spirit — and wearing a costume to the gym is a good place to start.
Lately, as more gyms (and even exercise studios) start to celebrate Halloween, gym-goers have been encouraged to dress up and get festive with their workouts. That said, it can be difficult to get a full workout in if you're wearing an elaborate or uncomfortable costume. To give you some more realistic costume inspo, we rounded up the best Halloween costumes for the gym, using references from social media. From iconic movie characters to literal "gym rats," there's something here for virtually every fitness enthusiast.
Not only do these clever gym Halloween costumes look great, but they also won't majorly obstruct your workout, allowing you to run, jump, squat, lift, and row to your heart's content. Plus, many of these activewear-inspired outfits are easy to make at home. Whether you're looking for something punny, spooky, or pretty, you'll find an idea here. Just don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone and show off your spooky season spirit . . . even if it's in an unlikely setting.
— Additional reporting by Maggie Ryan, Melissa Santoyo, and Chandler Plante
Mother Nature
Gym Rat
Witch
Clown
Butterflies
Harley Quinn
The Purge
Alarm Clocks
Rosie the Riveter
Waste Management
The Incredibles
Black Cat
Zombie
Devil
Sesame Street
Botched Barbie
