“What’s in My Gym Bag?: KICKBOXING EDITION!”

Well, fancy seeing you here! :) I love "Blog Post Thursday's" because they mean the weekend is right around the corner! I recently wrote a blog post titled, "What's in My Diaper Bag?," and you all LOVED it, so it only felt right to follow up with a "What's in My Gym Bag: KICKBOXING EDITION!" :-)

For anyone who doesn't know, I started 2020 off with a new habit that’s done wonders for my physical and mental health: KICKBOXING!! Since taking classes regularly, I’ve managed to gear up a bunch, and today I’m sharing with you everything I bring with me to class! I hope you enjoy!

---

Reebok duffle bag

I scored this perfectly-sized reebok duffle bag (not too big, not too small) from Tjmaxx to hold all of my gear for only $10! (I still can't believe I got it for such a steal!) It's got a long strap to wear cross-body style, as well as two hand straps to hold by hand, or throw over your shoulder! It has one large inside pocket, an outside zipper pocket, and a little outside mesh pocket!

Boxing gloves

I got these boxing gloves for FREE with a Groupon trial membership to a previous kickboxing studio! While I'm SO happy I'm at my current studio (because I like it way better), it was such a relief to score these bad boys to bring with me, and save some money because kickboxing ain’t cheap!

Everlast hand wraps

Boy, do I have a lot of good to say about these Everlast hand wraps!! When I initially started kickboxing, I soley used the gloves above that came with my trial membership. However, after going 4-5 times each week, my gloves became loose, and paired with some improper technique... I ended up spraining my wrist!!!! I was out for two weeks, and many of you on IG (@coolmomandcollected) taught me that hand wraps are crucial for extra wrist security!! I will never be without these hand wraps, and the amount of security I now feel in my classes is incredible!!

Garden of Life Organic Protein Plant Based drink

I recently tried this protein plant based drink in the flavor “Chocolate,” and was thoroughly impressed! I've never tried a protein drink before, but it builds and repairs muscles, feeds your metabolism, and nourishes your body after a workout, so why not?! My husband gets me these from the Vitamin Shoppe, and I've really been enjoying them after my workouts!

Unfortunately, I had to leave you with a web image photo because apparently, I ate ALL of our Clif Bars and we’re all OUT! THAT’S just how good these things are, haha!

Peanut Butter Clif bar

Peanut butter is so yummy, not to mention a satisfying pre and post workout treat! I like to keep these clif bars on hand in the event that I haven’t had a chance to eat before class, so that I don’t have to exersize on an empty stomach!

Goody Ouchless Forever Hair Ties

These are by far THE BEST hair bands, (especially for fitness), that I’ve EVER tried!! (You know I would never suggest ANYTHING unless it truly works, and I love it!) These Goody Ouchless hair ties give the most solid hair-hold while working out that I've ever had! They claim to hold like new every time, and they're not lying!!! You can buy them for cheap at Target, and if you don't have a Target near you, I found some on Amazon!!

Kotex tampons

I believe my kickboxing studio provides free tampons in their bathroom (They are so thoughtful, and amazing), but you can never be too prepared for Aunt Flo’s unexpected monthly visits so I bring my own!

Floor Towel

Even though my studio is very clean, and regularly wipes down the floors after each class, my germaphobic self still needs a towel under my head for any floor work done in class! Once a germaphobe, always a germaphobe, haha! This is a large hand towel. Does anyone have any better fitness towel suggestions?

DASUTA Athletic Headbands

Keeping my hair out of my face during kickboxing is very important. I got these cute headbands off of Amazon, and unfortunately, they occasionally still slide off my head. If anyone has any other headband suggestions please let me know in the comments below!

Rinfit Silicone band

It’s painful to kickbox with rings on under my gloves, but I also don’t want to look AVAILABLE at the gym when the gloves come off, haha, so I like to leave my wedding rings at home, and sport my silicone wedding band from Amazon! :-P

Wallet, phone, and keys

I wanted to include EVERYTHING I bring with me in my kickboxing bag so I couldn’t leave out these relatable basics!

REI Water bottle

I know there are “fancier” water bottles out there, but I'm a simple gal, and this BPA free water bottle from REI works just fine! My husband and I actually got matching water bottles while visiting the REI store in Colorado, (the state known for being active) so it's extra special to me!

Burt’s Bees Lip Balm

Obviously when working out we are prone to heavy-breathing which in turn can dry out our lips! Carrying chapstick is a preventative measure to ensure nothing keeps me from a solid workout!

Native Deodorant

I bring deodorant because during my hour of kickboxing, I GO HARD!! If the stinky smells come, I'm always ready! ;-)

Disclaimer: You may have surprisingly noticed I don’t carry sanitizer in my bag. This is a fairly possible observation for me to address as a self-proclaimed “germaphobe,” haha! My studio has a bathroom so after every class I thoroughly wash my hands with SOAP. This let’s me leave feeling squeaky clean, and not like I just washed in HOT sweat and sanitizer, haha! ;-)

---

There you, have it! An inside look at what I keep in my kickboxing bag! I hope you enjoyed, and were inspired to either pick up a healthy hobby yourself, or add some things to your gym bag! Do we carry any similar items?! Is there something you suggest I add to my kickboxing bag? Let me know in the comments below! It's always fun sharing with each other here on the blog to become more cool, calm, and collected! I love and appreciate you all. :) As always, please leave any blog requests in the comments below!! Have a wonderfully fit weekend, and I'll catch you back here for Monday's blog post!

Cool, Calm, and Collectedly Yours,