You’ve got your gym bag, sports bra and water bottle ready to hit the gym. Or just your shoes for your outdoor run. But you might be missing out on some of the other cool accessories for fitness and health!
I mostly work out at the gym but enjoy doing yoga at home as well. Now I’m not the most coordinated person at the gym… which can call for some awkward moments. But who’s looking, right? As long as I have my cool fitness gear on to help me appear less clumsy, I can easily ignore the stares!
Here are some cool accessories for fitness and health that made my list:
Jabra Sport™ Wireless+
One of the many embarrassing moments for me at the gym is when my earphones fling out of my ears because of the cord. With the Jabra Sport™ Wireless+ headphones, they won’t fall out. It uses Bluetooth technology so I can sync it and listen to music from my phone. The wireless design allows you to control volume, take calls, switch FM radio, and skip tracks with a quick tape of your headset. They are designed to fit behind the ear and come with seven different ear gels so you can find the perfect fit for your ears. $99.99 at TELUS.
711 Mesh New Balance
Running around all day requires a shoe that can keep up and be comfortable and stylish, inside and outside of the gym. The New Balance 711 Mesh fitness-trainer features responsive cushioning and thin overlays for a secure fit and flexibility making it the perfect all-day shoe. $109.99 at New Balance.
Fitbit Charge HR
My favourite fitness and health accessory is the Fitbit Charge. It’s a great tracking wristband that tracks your activity right on your wrist. I don’t have the Charge HR which also tracks your heart rate but if you’re going to buy the Charge and want to keep track of it, it’s a great feature. I was part of the Telus blogger challenge so you can read more about it here. It syncs to your smartphone and computer to monitor your steps, distance, floors climbed and sleep quality. $179.99 at TELUS.
Root to Rise Cargo Mat Bag
Oooom! Keep your yoga mat clean, dry, and portable with the Root to Rise Cargo Mat Bag by Gaiam. This cute bag in a 100% cotton and deep plum surf pattern features an adjustable shoulder strap, full zipper closure, exterior expandable pocket, and room to fit any size mat – there is a matching yoga mat available too. . Deep Plum Surf pattern. Matching Yoga Mat available.
$32.99 at Gaiam.
QardioBase Smart Scale
QardioBase is going to be available soon but it seems people are already talking about it. It combines smart features, ease of use and a sleek design to make weight and health management an integral part of your everyday life.
This smart scale will wirelessly transmit your weigh-ins right to your smartphone. What I like it that it will be able to measure your body composition, which is important because sometimes your weight won’t decrease but you’re losing fat and gaining muscle. Pre-order at Qardiobase.
Slim Sweatpants
Move over yoga pants and leggings. Slim sweatpants are trendy and flattering. With a slim fit through the hips and upper legs, these training pants by Adidas excel in workout versatility. The women’s pants pull sweat away from skin with comfortable climalite® fabric. They also have a ribbed waist and long cuffs for a body-hugging finish. $58 at Adidas.
