*This #AwesomelyActive post was sponsored by Tampax® Pearl® Active™ through their partnership with POPSUGAR. While I was compensated by POPSUGAR, all opinions are my own.
As a busy professional, getting to the gym has to be a conscious priority — which means advance planning. I don’t know about you, but I need to know what I’m doing in the morning (or after work) before I go to bed the night before — or I’m totally frazzled when I wake up. I need a little guidance laid out!
That’s why I usually pack a gym bag the night before, especially if I’m working out during the day or after work when I need to have the right clothes, shoes, and supplies to last me without having a panic attack when I realize I’ve forgotten something essential!
You know what’s truly essential during “that time of the month” is a reliable stack of Tampax® Pearl® Active™ because without that, I might as well say goodbye to that workout. That’s why I keep them stocked up throughout the month so I’ll never be caught empty handed for a workout.
Another good thing about Tampax® Pearl® Active™ is that they are great for a variety of women, including all ages of active women and someone searching for the “right” tampon for herself that she hasn’t found yet.
What’s In My Gym Bag
- Shoes
- Sports Bra
- Socks
- Deodorant
- Hair bands & bobby pins
- Sweatband
- Extra shirt for post-workout trip home
- Towel
- Flip flops
- Tampax® Pearl® Active™
I find it’s best to bring really versatile items because I never know what I’ll be up for after work. If I’m not heading to CrossFit, I may go for a run, do my own circuit workout, the elliptical or hit up a fun class like barre or Zumba.
Being flexible is also the key — and the beauty — to make sure you actually get your workout in. Be open to trying new things, with new people because doing the same thing over and over is sure to result in a rut. Not only that, by trying new fitness activities, you meet new people and learn things about exercise or your body you hadn’t known before. I remember when I first went to yoga, I thought — I didn’t know that muscle was there to stretch! It made me realize how many places on my body I was neglecting.
Most importantly, make sure you have the essential items you need so you can focus on the experience without needlessly worrying about personal details.
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