Gym Essentials: The Best Bags to Keep Your Workout Gear Organized

A good gym bag is more than a place to stash your shoes and towel. It should be roomy, durable and easy to carry, with somewhere to keep your phone and keys separate from sweaty kit.

What to look for in a gym bag

• Room for shoes and a change of clothes: keep shoes in a separate pouch or bag so they don't touch clean clothes.
• Quick-access pockets: for your phone, keys, earphones and membership card.
• Water-resistant material: faux leather or coated fabric wipes clean after a wet towel or a spilled bottle.
• Grab handles and a shoulder strap: so you can carry it either way.

Our gym bag picks

• Classic Brown Faux Leather Duffle – roomy main compartment, front pocket, wipe-clean finish.
• Lightweight Gym & Weekend Duffle – also in olive, maroon and grey.
• Genuine Leather Duffle – the premium option, with stainless steel hardware.
• Easy Pocket Crossbody Sling – for small essentials if you walk or cycle to the gym.

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