Here's What You Need If You're Planning to Take That Boxing Class

Expect to do a lot of sweating in class. Proper jabbing technique will teach you to keep your chin down and your hands in front of your face to protect it, which is great except that your hair typically falls in your face. Come prepared and slip an Athleta Double Trouble Headband ($7, originally $12) on.

You might think that your first class is too soon to commit to buying gloves, but you're going to want to. Your gym will likely offer to loan you a pair of used ones when you arrive, but this is very unhygienic — it's difficult to air out gloves. Avoid the problem altogether and pick up a pair of Everlast Pro Style Elite 12oz Training Boxing Gloves ($30) beforehand.

Did we mention how much you're going to sweat in class? Bring 2pk 60 Count Avocado Face Wipes ($8) with you so you can clean up your face as soon as you get out.

You'll want a good crosstraining shoe for class. The Nike Metcon 3 Women's Cross Training Shoes ($130) have a sticky outer sole that will help with traction as you move around the floor.

The most important rule about boxing class is that you probably don't want to wear shorts. You'll likely end up doing a lot of core work on the mats, and those things are usually covered in your classmates' sweat. Plus, if there's any kicking involved, it can be a distraction if you're worried about the length of your shorts. Play it safe and wear Koral Nightside High-Rise Leggings ($135), which are designed for high-intensity sweat sessions.

You'll appreciate having EO Peppermint and Citrus Hand Sanitizer Spray by 2oz Spray ($3) available to use after class. When you take your hands out of the gloves, they're probably going to smell. Give them a quick spray to remove dirt and bacteria that was trapped in your gloves.

Part of being able to throw a good jab is protecting your hands and wrists inside your gloves. And the studio you're boxing at may have wraps you can borrow, but again, this is definitely something you don't want to share. It's much more sanitary to have your own. If you don't know how to effectively wrap your wrists, ask your instructor a few minutes before class, as you want to get it right. Pick up Everlast Professional Hand Wraps ($8) and bring them with you.

A high-intensity bra like the Adidas ClimaChill Printed Adjustable High-Impact Sports Bra ($47, originally $65) will provide you with the support you need throughout class.