I decided to get serious about fitness some years back but when I did it, I knew the first thing I needed to do was get my mindset in the correct place. I unfollowed junk accounts that had me scrolling endlessly on the couch and replaced them with fitness influencers that showed me results, gave me goals, and insisted I get up and move. Now, the couch potato I used to be is long gone.
The other thing that happens naturally is that you want to get fitness accessories to match your new lifestyle. I know I did. I wanted their shoes, threads, and accessories. You may be ready to embark on that journey to a new mind, body, and soul pretty soon but you don’t have all the stuff you need to get started. You might want to get started with this padded bike seat, these workout cards and this smart scale. And not to worry, we have a full list to get you started with the items fitness influencers are already using.
This Bike Seat
These days, the best workouts occur on stationary bikes. I burn calories, there’s little impact on joints, and they make for great workout selfies. Bike seats are not so comfortable, however, so I invested in this padded bike seat to make the workouts more effective and less painful.
This Yoga Mat Training Aid
One of the hardest things when starting out in yoga is learning to flow from one pose to the next and making it look fluid. This yoga mat includes the yoga poses right on it. I can be in downward dog and identify the next pose so I can flow to it easily.
This Balance Ball
One way to fire up your core so the camera captures muscle engagement is a balance ball. Set the base down and balance on the ball for a gut-melting core workout or flip it over and do balance push-ups to put even more emphasis on your arms.
These Yoga Wheels
Yoga flexibility doesn’t happen overnight. These wheels help you contour to various postures that extend your spine. Your before and after pictures can go viral after using these to help with your bending poses.
These Workout Cards
Take the guesswork out of your lifting workouts with these cards. Use them to prep your workout and lay them out close to you before hitting record. You won’t have to stop mid-workout because you can’t remember the next exercise in the session.
These Resistance Bands
These resistance bands are a great alternative to dumbbells for strength training. Not only do they work well at home but they are also easy to travel with so you don’t have to stop working out because you’re on the road. Grab a set before your next trip.
This Balance Board
Footwork and balance are among the most important skills to develop in any sport and few dedicate as much time to them as they should. I picked up this balance board to help with snowboarding when there was no snow and it’s worked wonders for every sport I play. It’s now an integral part of my fitness regimen.
This Weightlifting Belt
Don’t make the mistake of thinking a lifting belt is only necessary when you start lifting hundreds of pounds of weight. Protect yourself early and prevent back injuries as you build up muscle. You’ll be thankful you did and your back will be better prepared for heavy lifting.
This Exercise Ball
Fitness is a lifestyle, it goes beyond your one-hour workout. This exercise ball can replace an office chair or your couch during the day so you’re working on your core and posture even when you’re not working out. It may even spruce up your online meetings.
This Pilates Bar Set
Whether it’s pilates or resistance training, this full-body training set is the right solution. It’s portable and includes multiple straps, bands, and anchors to adjust a workout to your needs. And with up to 150 pounds of resistance, you won’t feel like you’re losing out by not going to a gym.
This Balance Disc
This balance disc changed my whole approach to fitness as a lifestyle. It’s one of the most versatile pieces of fitness gear I own. It helps with posture, core balance exercises, and even massages trouble areas after workouts.
These Gymnast Rings
I originally got so involved in weight training that I forgot one of the best training tools is gravity. These gymnast rings help use gravity to its full potential in fitness. Add them to your arsenal and you’ll have selfie-worthy results quickly.
This Kettlebell Handle
Adding kettlebell lifts to your workout can have excellent results but you may not have the budget or the space to add more weights. This handle turns your weight plates into kettlebells and keeps them adjustable so you can change the weight based on exercise or just to go heavier as you improve.
This Meditation Bench
For those of us who’ve had knee injuries, kneeling positions like vajrasana are not possible without pain. That’s why I picked up this bench. Now I can take on these positions without putting added stress on my knees.
This Agility Ladder Set
Speed and footwork are vital for sports training and this agility ladder set helps you improve both. Combine the agility ladder with jump rope and cones for line running drills to improve your speed, response time, and footwork on any court or field.
This Hiking Pack
Hiking is a great way to add variety to a fitness program. It’s a full-body workout that can be as intense as you want based on the trail and how you pack. Use this daypack to bring water, snacks, and supplies on your next hike and have the added advantage of giving yourself added resistance as you climb.
This Muscle Roller
It’s undeniable that as you get into fitness, you’re going to have achy, tight muscles from time to time. I use this muscle roller before and after workouts to release muscle tension and help with any aches after long workouts.
This Arm and Leg Trainer
Sometimes, the best results come from the workouts you get in between the heavy workouts. I try not to miss an opportunity to put in some work. If I have five minutes in between two meetings, the best I can do is start up this pedal trainer and work out my legs or arms for a while.
These Hiking Poles
One way to turn your hike into a full-body workout is to add these hiking poles. It will help you on more intense hikes and you’ll feel like a quadruped as you reach the top for your “on top of the world” selfie.
This Running Vest
Going out for a run is a great way to get the heart pumping but I tend to get runs in early in the morning. This running vest keeps me visible in those dark hours so I can finish my run and take a sweaty selfie as the sun rises.
This Heating Pad
A reality of a fitness influencer is pain. At some point throughout the week, I have to apply this heating pad to my back or a cramping muscle so I can keep training. It has brought me relief when I most needed it and could not work as hard as I do without it.
This Massage Gun
A deep tissue massage is the right thing to prepare you for any high-level training regimen. This massage gun gives you those benefits without having to pay for a professional massage therapist to dig into your back after each workout.
This Smart Scale
We train to look and feel great. The camera doesn’t lie but neither does this scale. Best of all, it goes beyond weight, giving you BMI readings and the ability to track these vital stats on your smartphone so you can always see how you’re progressing.
This Knee Strap
Take it from me, tendonitis and meniscus tears hurt. That’s why I don’t set foot on a basketball or tennis court without this knee strap. It stabilizes my knee, cushions impact, and prevents movement that can lead to injuries.
This Arm Cuff
This arm cuff gives your biceps and triceps the needed support during isolated arm workouts. This is when muscles need the most help because they are being put under so much stress as you work to make them stronger. Protect them today for picture-perfect arms tomorrow.
This Toning Belt
There are few muscle groups as appealing and difficult to achieve as the six-pack in your core. This feature alone can make you a lucrative fitness influencer but requires hours of training and diet to achieve. Grab this toning belt to help you reach those goals. You’ll train your abs even when you’re not training your abs.
This Putting Green
Golf is a good way to train both the body and soul. It can help you physically and also teach you to relax under pressure. This putting green can be added to a post-workout routine to get your heart rate down while helping your stress levels as you kick off your day.
This Basketball
A full-court basketball session is one of the most effective fitness workouts out there. In just one game, you’re running a few miles while also working on footwork, agility, speed, and reaction time. You can also end up going viral with a killer crossover or by being at the other end of one. Keep your game going all night with this LED basketball.
These Swim Fins
Strap on these swim fins and jump in the water for a cardio workout that won’t put any stress on the joints. I’ve had so many ankle twists and knee injuries from years of fitness training that I welcome any workout promising little to no impact.
This Pickleball Set
Strength training and cardio training are good tools but ultimately you have to put the training to use in a sport. Pickleball is a good one to pick up because you can start having fun quickly and can get as competitive as your training partners are willing to take.
This Golf Putting Mirror
If your sport of choice is golf, this mirror is the next level of training. It helps you with putting posture and muscle memory for every time you’re on the field. I use it after workouts and before matches to play my best.
This Cushioned Exercise Mat
Whether it’s yoga or weight training, I don’t advise you take it to a floor without any cushioning. This 1/2-inch mat gives you the support your feet and hands desire during any workout. Your jumps will be quieter, pushups easier on your wrists, and the entire workout safer on all your joints thanks to the extra padding.
This Traction Mat
The last thing you want on a gym floor during a basketball or volleyball game is a twisted ankle or another injury as a result of poor shoe grip. Use this traction mat before stepping onto the gym to make your every step secure and prevent injury.
This Aerial Yoga Swing
Take your yoga to a new height, literally. This yoga swing allows you to find balance poses in the air and use gravity to tone your body. Get creative and take your next workout to the sky for a burn like no other.
This Ab Mat
Working out your core is no easy feat, and when you’re starting out, the difficulty alone leads many to give up. I opted to get some training aid from this ab mat instead. It helped me with crunches, oblique exercises, and much more. Even now, I use it to protect my back and keep good form.
These Knee Sleeves
Our knee joints are delicate. It’s important to protect and support them even if you’re lucky enough to have not felt the pain of a knee injury. Slide on these knee sleeves before you start on leg day and keep your knees in good condition.
This Water Bottle
Any fitness influencer knows the importance of hydration. This water bottle holds up to 40 ounces of water and can keep it icy cold on hot days when you take your training outside and need it most. It can also take a beating so you can take it on hiking and biking sessions without fear.