Some days the hardest part of my workout is lugging all my equipment to and from the gym. The extra shoes, sweatshirts, headphones, phones, chargers, water bottles, extra weights, shower kit, pre-exercise snacks, post-exercise snacks... taken together it's heavy, not to mention awkward to carry.
Enter: a functional, durable gym bag. The right one can make all the difference, especially if you're currently relying on a hodgepodge of totes to get your stuff together.
We went through the depths of Amazon to come up with the absolute best gym bags you can buy on the site. These can fit all your gear, and will seriously simplify your trips to the locker room.
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This sleek canvas backpack is water resistant, so it'll keep all of your favorite workout gear safe from damage. It's on the pricey side, but brilliantly designed: There's a false bottom that'll protect your possessions from damage even when you drop the bag on the floor.
NOBULL Waxed Canvas Duffleback, $, available at AmazonImage may be NSFW. Clik here to view.
Everyone needs a little pink pastel in their lives, am I right? This playful gym bag is cute and durable. It has a shoe compartment perfect for your keeping your sweaty sneaks away from the rest of your gear.
KEESPENCE Gym Duffle Bag, $, available at AmazonImage may be NSFW. Clik here to view.
This classic Nike backpack gets an update from a bright and bold color palette. In addition to neon yellow, it comes in pink, blue, red — and the more traditional black, grey, and navy too.
Nike Brasilia Medium Training Backpack, $, available at AmazonImage may be NSFW. Clik here to view.
A one-shoulder sling backpack is ideal for yogis — especially ones who want to go hands-free on their way to class. Just strap your mat in and head on your way.
Aurorae Yoga Mat Carrier Bag, $, available at AmazonImage may be NSFW. Clik here to view.
This lightweight duffel won't add any weight to your baggage and comes in a ton of cute prints. It's also surprisingly spacious: One Amazon reviewer said they were able to fit in a two-piece bathing suit, towel, flip-flops, workout pants, sports bra, workout top, socks, size 7 sneakers, a padlock, large wireless headphones, and their phone with room to spare. Sold!
Vooray Burner Compact Gym Bag, $, available at AmazonImage may be NSFW. Clik here to view.
Carrying your yoga mat has never been easier with this travel bag from Y.U.M.C. Since the mat rests on top of the tote, you'll still have a ton of space inside to store your shoes, clothes, and whatever else you bring along.
Y.U.M.C. Travel Yoga Gym Bag, $, available at Amazon
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