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Affordable Workout Gear
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I need some new clothes to wear to the gym, but I don't want to spend a lot. Where do I get quality but affordable gear?”
H&M Sport
Running jacket, $34.95
Quick-dry T-shirt, $17.95
Running tights, $34.95
Ventilated shorts, $24.95
We're with you on this one Anthony. You want to look presentable at the gym, but not like you're trying to look good, right? And who wants to spend a lot on clothes that you're only going to sweat in? Thankfully, there are a handful of brands out there, from H&M's Sport line to Champion's C9 offshoot, offering affordable athletic staples like modern compression pieces, old school sweatshirts and some sweat-wicking shorts that aren't too baggy. Pieces that will leave you plenty of cash to blow at the juice bar after working out.
Cheap Gym Bag
This compact, but roomy no-frills duffel bag ($27) has a durable heavy-duty zipper and an interior pocket to store your keys, wallet and iPod.
FYI
According to Men's Health, gyms in America see membership spikes of 30-50% in January, but a majority of new gym-goers will stop regular visits within their first three months.