Sporty Essentials To Make You Feel Empowered At The Gym

As we inch towards the end of the year, some people start shifting around their every day rituals, including their workout routines. After all, it's never too late to get reenergized about your health and feel excited about getting your body right. But with so many products on the market that promise to give your workouts a boost, it can get confusing (maybe even intimidating). Don't worry, we got you. We've rounded up a few products that make great additions to your gym bag, whether you've been consistently in the gym or sneaking your way back in (no judgment here).

Gym buffs will tell you: protein is bae, so you might as well get the best. RX Bars ($26) have simple, nutritionally-dense ingredients — printed big and bold right on the packaging — that deliver a range of health benefits including iron (from the dark chocolate), unsaturated fats and omega-3s (nuts), and 12 grams of protein (egg whites). They come in a variety of flavors, such as Peanut Butter Chocolate, Banana Chocolate Walnut, Blueberry, Vanilla Almond, and many more. Plus you can buy variety packs so you can try different flavors throughout the week. And if all that doesn't convince you, then the minimalist packaging design with monotone colors (that are sure to match your gym outfits) certainly will.

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When it's that time of the month, you're going to want your tampons to keep up with you in the gym. With Playtex® Sport® Tampons ($8), you'll get 360-degree sports-level protection through all your workouts — and its FlexFit design moves with you. So whether you're going hard on the machinery or stretching into your newest yoga pose, your tampon will be right there in flow. The tapered tip and non-slip grip gives you a more comfortable and secure insertion. No matter which product fits your lifestyle best — Playtex Sport is available in a range of absorbencies from Regular to Ultra and even offers Playtex® Sport® OdorShield® Tampons for twice the odor control — you'll feel confident that your tampon won't give up on you while you're getting those reps in.

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If you're a gym enthusiast, energy drinks are probably already a part of your routine — and if you haven't already, it's time to try Celsius. Although energy drinks catch a bad rap most of the time, Celsius is backed by science to help the body respond to workouts quicker and burn calories. With a blend of guarana seed, green tea leaf, and ginger root, it also boosts the body's metabolic rate to help burn more calories and body fat. You can also avoid the sugar by trying the Celsius-Stevia ($28) line of products, that's sweetened with stevia and naturally caffeinated with green coffee bean extract. And for when your memory is on the fritz sometimes, you can throw a few of the Celsius On-The-Go powder stick packets into your gym bag to add to your water bottle (literally on the go).

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Speaking of water bottles, while staying hydrated is something we should all be doing, sometimes we need an extra push in the right direction. The Mayim Motivational 64-Ounce Water Bottle ($30) uses inspirational time markers to help you stay encouraged and hydrated throughout your day. As you chug down your water and boost your hydration for the day, you'll be empowered to push forward with your newfound daily goal.

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There are very few things worse than your sports bra giving up halfway through your workout. No matter what cup your friends fall into, you want to feel secure in your (super cute) outfit. With the FITTIN Racerback Sports Bra ($30), you'll get comfort and compression as you move your body with ease. Perfect for running, yoga, and pilates, this bra provides padded encapsulation for added secure support. And the best part? It has a wide range of sizes, from small to 3XL, so as you shift and change your body, you can confidently shift your bras with you.

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This might seem like a no-brainer, but the right playlist can make all the difference in the gym, and the last thing you need is for your headphones to slip out of your ears while you're sweating your worries away. The Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless ($350) over-the-ear headphones deliver all the bass you need to stay pumped while you pump your muscles (and your confidence). They feature a noise cancellation feature, however you can also activate the transparency mode so you can still hear what's happening in your surroundings. With 38 hours of battery life, these headphones will sit comfortably on your head for as long as you need.

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No matter your age, keeping up with vitamins can be a headache, but companies like Ritual make the process a lot easier. The all-in-one Ritual ($33) contains most of the essential vitamins and nutrients — including, but not limited to iron, folate, omega-3 DHA, and vitamins D, K2, and B12 — women need to keep going throughout our busy days. You can shop bundles (or even curate one to your needs) so you can feel supported, connected to your body, and ready for anything life, or your trainer, throws at you.

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