It is important to have the right things with you if you plan on working
out. Can you imagine going to the gym and then realizing you have forgotten
your pants!
Here's a list of all the things a (fitness fanatic) man should own.
A Wallet
You're too old now to be shoving things in your pockets. If you to look
and feel more sophisticated, go and buy yourself a wallet. Something slim that
can hold your cards and notes.
Personal Scent
If you are working up a sweat on a daily basis, then you're going to
need something that smells real damn good. If you're just starting out picking
a fragrance, find one scent you like, then you can build on that. Just don't
bathe in it! Spray a little on your chest and the base of your throat.
A Sports Watch
Yes, you can check the time on your phone. But when you're in the gym in
the middle of a workout, you're not going to want to fish out your phone. With
a sports watch, you
have all you need on your wrist (plus a stopwatch!) Some ever keep track of
your heart rate which is a bonus.
A Recipe Book
Since you're working out, you are going to want to eat well too. If you
lack ideas, get yourself a recipe book. You will have so many dishes to choose
from. And who knows - maybe you'll find a real passion in cooking!
Gym Membership
You don't have to turn yourself into 'The Hulk,' but
belonging to a gym or maintaining an at-home regimen is one of the keys of
caring for your body. Gyms are good if you lack motivation, though, being
around others who are working hard, will make you want to work even harder.
Gym Trainers
From minimalist to maximal, flexible to rigid: finding the right pair of
workout shoes is a mental exercise in itself. It also depends on the type of
workout you do. If you don't have the appropriate shoes - you can cause
yourself an injury, so don't risk wearing your everyday shoes. Buy some proper
footwear!
Gym Clothes
Baggy, knee-length basketball shorts, and tank tops are not suitable for
your cardio workout. They look sloppy and hinder your range of motion. So, buy
some real gym shorts that are designed to wick away moisture and keep you cool
while not sagging or bunching.
You’d be amazed at the range of styles and fabric choices that don’t
involve shiny polyester blends (like mens yoga pants -
honestly!)
A Travel Bag
You have officially graduated from backpacks (or plastic bags.) Put all
your gym gear into a more respectable carrying case that holds all your
important belongings.
With the right program, the right food, and the right motivation - you
will be feeling (and looking) better than you ever have before! It doesn't
happen overnight, but you'll see results in no time.
