15 Top-Rated Workout Essentials on Amazon, From Sneakers to Weights

Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands ($10, originally $21)

Exercise bands are a great addition to your home gym because you can pack them up and bring them anywhere. (You can just as easily use them to break a sweat from your hotel room halfway across the world as in your own home.) This particular set is the top seller on Amazon and includes five bands in varying resistance levels (from X-light to X-heavy), along with a carrying bag to store them.

Amazon Basics High-Density Round Foam Roller ($12-$28)

If you're a regular exerciser, incorporating a foam roller into your routine is a game changer for easing muscle tightness and post-workout soreness. This one has over 80,000 five-star ratings and comes in four sizes so that you can go with a small one for targeted relief or a bigger one for larger muscle groups, such as your back.

Aurola Intensify Workout Shorts ($15-$80)

These seamless, high-waist shorts offer a barely there feel, like being in your birthday suit, but with the coverage required to be out in public. One of the standout features is superior moisture-wicking ability, making these a solid choice for anyone who tends to work up a sweat during workouts.

Running Girl Sports Bra ($16)

This sports bra currently takes the top spot among all of Amazon's offerings. It has a stylish crisscross design in the back, removable cups, and comes in more than 30 different colors. Plus, shoppers attest that it offers high support, even for bigger chests. One person who gave it a five-star rating left a review stating that "it offered great support for a 34DD chest when running."

Saucony Multipack Performance Heel Tab Athletic Socks ($16)

You can't beat the price of these athletic socks, which come out to less than two bucks a pop when you do the math. You get eight pairs in a pack in assorted colors, and it's safe to say they have a cult following. Shoppers compare their quality to more expensive brands; many wax poetic about them in the reviews section. For example, one person who gave them a perfect rating wrote: "I can attest to why these are best sellers; they are soft, cushioned in the heel, breathable, a little scrunch in the middle of the foot, not too tight on the toes, and lots of color choices. These are the only athletic socks I will buy."

Thermajane Thermal Shirt ($17-$19)

This thermal undershirt has you covered in cold weather. It fits snugly, traps body heat, and is lined with fleece. One shopper who was happy with their purchase said they "recommend it for hiking, skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, playing sports, or running outside in colder weather."

The Gym People Longline Sports Bra ($18)

Looking for a longline sports bra that's flattering, stylish, and practical? Let us introduce you to this Amazon bestseller, available in just about every color you could think of. It's not necessarily suited for high-impact exercise, but it's perfect for low- or medium-impact activities such as walking, yoga, and Pilates.

Amazon Basics 1/2-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Mat ($20)

Lugging your yoga mat from home to class can be annoying, but this one from Amazon Basics makes it a breeze. It's designed with practicality in mind, featuring an elastic strap to roll it up and sling it over your shoulder. It's thick and cushy, with a textured surface for traction.

Nike Performance Cushion Crew Socks ($22-$28)

If you regularly reach for high socks over short ones, chances are, Nike is one of your top picks (or at least, it should be). These are stylish when worn with leggings and sneakers, but they're practical, too, thanks to extra-thick fabric at the heels and toes, plus ribbed cuffs for a secure fit.

Amazon Basics Easy Grip Workout Dumbbell ($25)

Amazon Basics strikes again with yet another fan favorite: its easy-grip dumbbells. You can choose from 1-pound to 20-pound sets, and they have hexagon-shaped ends to prevent them from rolling away, a nonslip grip so you can grip them (even when you're sweaty), and a printed number on the end so you can quickly grab the right dumbbell and dive straight into your workout.

The Gym People Thick High Waist Yoga Pants ($25)

When you need to keep your phone, ID, or keys on your person, slipping on a pair of activewear leggings with pockets is the way to go, and this pair comes highly recommended by reviewers. A standout feature is that they're squat-proof (meaning they're not see-through, even during the deepest squats). They're also praised for staying in place without slipping down and for maintaining their shape over time, making them a reliable choice for any workout.

Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle With Straw ($28)

Step aside, Stanley! There's a new water bottle in town. What separates this one from the pack are its playful colorways and the fact that you can sip it one of two ways: either upright through the built-in straw or tilting back to swig from the spout. It has over 30,000 five-star ratings and even has celebrity fans, including Hilary Duff.

CRZ Yoga Butterluxe High Waisted Lounge Legging 25" ($32)

Nearly 400 shoppers who have rated these high-waisted leggings five stars have compared them to a similar style from a well-known, upscale activewear brand. They're buttery soft and stretchy, and many shoppers love them so much that they purchased them in multiple colors. One of many people who raved about them described them in the reviews as "the most COMFORTABLE leggings I've ever put on."

IWEMEK Women Seamless Yoga Outfit ($35)

This workout set comes with not just two, but three pieces: shorts, a T-shirt, and a cropped tank top (pictured here). "This three-piece workout set boasts a soft and stretchy feel that allows for unrestricted movement," writes one of our editors who swears by it. "But what truly sets it apart, in my opinion, is the vibrant hot-pink color, which is undeniably eye-catching, mood-boosting, and all-around perfect for summer." Read more in our IWEMEK Seamless Yoga Outfit review.

Baleaf Fleece-Lined Leggings ($34-$38)

These fleece-lined leggings are superior for chilly outdoor runs and cold-weather lounging. They have four side pockets and a zippered pocket in the back to store smaller items like your license or keys. "Now I can walk outside when it's cold," writes a reviewer who rated them five stars.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 Supportive Running Shoe ($90)

If you're looking for a dependable sneaker with arch support for everyday runs, you'll look forward to slipping into this cushioned pair. They take the number-one spot among women's road running shoes and have more than 13,000 five-star ratings, so you can rest assured you'll be in good company if you add them to your cart.

Sperax Walking Pad ($240, originally $300)

Life hack: if you work from home or have a lenient in-office situation, consider getting a walking treadmill to rack up steps while tackling your work to-do list. This tread has an LED display that tracks speed, distance, time, and calories in real time, along with a remote control to adjust your running speed or bring it to a halt.

Krista Jones is a former editor of commerce at POPSUGAR.