I'm a gym rat and these are my must-have gym bag essentials

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I've been going to the gym since my late 20s. That's a lot of years of lifting, swimming, and running. Throughout those years I've gone through various gym apparel, sneakers, and even duffel bags. Whether you're heading to the gym for your first time or just looking for a little gym inspiration, below I've gathered my favorite gym must-haves that I always carry in my gym bag. From my trusty to Lululemon running shorts to my favorite protein shake, here's what I recommend you add to your gym bag.

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As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.

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