10 Spring Gym Bag Essentials

Spring is the time of year when the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, but most importantly, it’s the season preceding summer. All gym goers know that this means one thing – putting in that extra bit of effort for the ultimate summer beach body. Here’s our pick of the greatest tools, foods & supplements that will help you achieve a summer physique that will be envied by all!

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1. Trigger Point Performance Foam Roller

The Trigger Point Performance foam roller is a great recovery tool for any gym monkey and will help relieve tight and aching muscles. Self massage is such an effective tool because you are the only one who can feel the areas which need attention and focus on those areas!

2. Starting Strength Book

Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe is the perfect read for anyone who is getting into weight training and wants to learn proper form on the basic lifts. The book also contains an excellent program which will give you a solid strength training foundation.

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3. TEG Tank Top

Our tank tops are lightweight and breathable, perfect for keeping you cool whilst training in the gym or during an intense outdoor cardio session! We have both guys and girls designs. Grab one in our online stores by clicking the links above and look out for offers later in the year!

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4. Skins A200 Compression Long Tights

Skins A200 Compression Long Tights/Black increase blood flow to targeted areas which increases oxygen supply to improve your performance. They also look damn cool in the gym and will keep everything in check so that you can focus on your workout.

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5. Nike Free 5.0+

The Nike Free 5.0+ is a great shoe for both training and chilling in. As well as looking fresh, these shoes are lightweight and compact enough to chuck in your gym bag so you’re always ready to train!

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6. Oster Glass Jug Blender

The Oster Glass Jug Blender is a great tool for making a healthy snack in a hurry. Whether it’s a banana and peanut butter protein milkshake or a fruit and spinach vitamin smoothie a trusty blender will not let you down! 

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7. Whey protein

Chances are by now you’ve heard of Whey Protein. This post gym supplement is a great way to get protein into your system quickly after a hard gym session. Choosing a reputable brand such as Optimum Nutrition will ensure you’re getting a pure, quality product.

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8. Becoming a Supple Leopard Book

Becoming a Supple Leopard is a book which will help you deal with stiffness, joint pains and injury all whilst helping to improve your athletic performance. Don’t underestimate the importance of mobility and the maintenance of the human body.

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9. Coconut Oil

Great in shakes as well as in cooking. Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is made up of medium chain tryglcerates which are heat stable and will not degrade like olive oil when frying. Great for making healthy potato or sweet potato fries and packed with potent anti microbal agents.

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10. Eastpak gym bag

When it comes to making tough, quality luggage, Eastpak really are the best! an Eastpak Holdall will outlive almost any other bag and ensure you can carry around all the clothing, shakers and food that you need to maximise your gains for the summer!