Fitness Items to Start Your Journey!

It couldn't be more true - all you need to start your fitness journey is work ethic & discipline. When your motivation fades (and it will, just like it does for all of us) you can count on your discipline to keep you in the routine! However, in my years in the fitness industry, there are a few products that have made my journey much easier that I want to share with you today!

Sweet Sweat Belt - this belt acts as an extra tight layer/thermogenic to your body making you more hot in your workout = higher heart rate = higher calorie burn. Wrap it under your leggings and tank so no one can tell you are wearing it! I wear a size medium and you can throw it in washer occasionally and hang to dry.

Apple Air Tag - this larger than a quarter sized tag can bet attached to your gym bag and you can easily track its location if you were to misplace it or it get stolen at the gym.

Food Scale - This is the only way to know exactly what you are getting as 'eyeballing' or even measuring cups can be way over or way under what you are thinking, which gets super discouraging in the long haul if you can't figure out why you aren't seeing progress. They do make fancier options, but this Greater Goods brand does everything you need and it is usually on sale for $10! 158K+ 5 Star Rating.

Healthy Snacks - Protein bars are not essential to hit your protein goal, but they are for sure a convenient & quick way to! I love the brand No Cow as they are all vegan and soy free so I don't have any inflammation after. This variety pack on Amazon will help you find which flavor you like - I like all of the dipped flavors the best as they have an 'icing' coating on them!

Athleisure - You are likely busy and finding time to workout isn't always easy. Knowing you can have different pieces to layer with has been super helpful to find outfits I feel comfortable working out or walking in and running errands in - not having to go home and get re-ready or freshen up! Linking some of my staples from Amazon so they are all easily returnable.

• Thicker, high waisted, leggings with a pocket - great compression, I wear a medium

• This look-a-like of everyone's favorite brand pullover is perfect for throwing over your top - I got a medium, could fit a small, but I prefer oversized

• If you don't mind a cropped top, you will love this 'longline sports bra'. With high waisted leggings it hits at a flattering spot and I throw over a long cardigan to make it an outfit. Size medium

My walking pad is great for those looking to make more of an investment. I have had this for over a year now and gotten great use out of it as it is lightweight and easy to move to different rooms. I scroll on my phone or watch TV while walking and it sits low enough to the ground I don't fear falling off, but I do keep it next to wall just for added stability if I need it. This has been a game changer for maintaining my cardio during the winter!

Don't ever feel like you have to go buy a new wardrobe or full gym set to see results. These are all things that I 'habit stacked' over time meaning I first got in the routine and when I KNEW fitness was something I was passionate about sticking to, I started to invest in items that I knew would make my journey a little bit easier. Let me know if you have any favorite fitness items that would be helfpul for beginners or anyone who may be looking to LEVEL UP!