You joined a gym and have none of the kit

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1. 01 of 05
   I already have this

   Trainers meant for the thing you are doing

   Running shoes are soft and unstable sideways. Lifting shoes are flat and hard. Wearing one for the other is the most common early injury there is.

   What to check before you choose. Decide what you will actually do most and buy for that. Check the return window - fit is the whole game and you cannot judge it in a photo.

   HOTBEAR Men's Wide Trail Running Shoes 2E Lightweight Cushioned, Non Slip Outdoor Hiking SneakeCheck price on Amazon paid linkNike Men's Flex Train Workout ShoesCheck price on Amazon paid linkUnder Armour Charged Commit Trainer 5Check price on Amazon paid link

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2. 02 of 05
   I already have this

   A gym bag with a wet pocket

   Everything in the bag comes out damp otherwise. The separate compartment is the entire reason to buy a gym bag rather than use a rucksack.

   What to check before you choose. Check for a vented or sealed shoe compartment as well. Check it fits a locker - the oversized ones frequently do not.

   Gym Bag with Shoe Compartment & Wet Pocket Waterproof Sports Duffel Bag with Trolley Sleeve TraCheck price on Amazon paid linkCelvetch Gym Bag for Men Women 3-in-1 Sports Travel Duffel Bag, 39L, Black | Multipurpose WeekeCheck price on Amazon paid linkFitgriff® Gym Bag for Men & Women with Shoe & Wet Compartment - Duffle Bag for Travel, Sports, Check price on Amazon paid link

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3. 03 of 05
   I already have this

   A water bottle you can refill mid-session

   Walking to a fountain between every set is how sessions stretch to two hours. A large bottle means one fill.

   What to check before you choose. Check it fits the bottle holder on the machines you will use, and that the lid opens one-handed.

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4. 04 of 05
   I already have this

   A quick-dry towel

   Most gyms require one on the equipment, and a normal bath towel takes up half the bag and stays wet.

   What to check before you choose. Microfibre packs small and dries fast. Check the size - the very small ones do not cover a bench.

   Acteon Microfiber Gym Towels 5 Pack, Quick Dry Silver ION Odor-Free Sweat Towel, Super AbsorbenCheck price on Amazon paid linkTrailoom Microfiber Gym Towels, Quick Dry, Highly Absorbing, Odor-Free | Men & Women - Workout Check price on Amazon paid linkRainleaf Microfiber Towel Quick Dry Camping & Travel & Gym Towel. Compact | Super Absorbent, LiCheck price on Amazon paid link

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5. 05 of 05
   I already have this

   Resistance bands for the days you do not go

   The main reason a membership lapses is the first missed week. Bands at home make a missed day a short session rather than a broken streak.

   What to check before you choose. Look for a set with different resistances and check whether handles are included, which changes what you can do with them.

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