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A towel, a change of shoes, a water bottle — you will need at least a few accessories for each workout. A correctly selected sports bag will ensure convenient transportation of equipment, and most importantly, it will come in handy when traveling.
Sports bag dimensions
Before as buy a bag, you should think about how much luggage will be carried in the bag and for what purposes it will be used. Smaller models are much more comfortable when walking, but on the other hand, they lose their versatility — many objects of oblong or irregular shape may simply not fit in them. A bag of a larger size opens up more possibilities: one model will serve equally well during daily work in the gym and a weekly weekend trip.
Waterproof properties of the bag
Everyone who trains systematically throughout the year has probably more than once faced the need to go to the gym in torrential rain or blizzards. Therefore, the material of the bag should be waterproof. The market is dominated by models made of nylon or polyester — both materials provide basic protection against moisture. However, if it is necessary to protect the contents as much as possible, you should look for a bag with water-repellent impregnation and waterproof zippers. Similar material is easier to keep clean - it is enough to wipe it with a cloth to remove stains and spills.
Convenient division of the contents of the bag
The main compartment of the bag accommodates the largest items. The U-shaped zipper will make packing and emptying the bag easier. No one likes to frantically rummage through the depths of their luggage for a gym membership or a spare pair of socks, so the ideal bag has at least 2 extra pockets. The internal hanging pocket will protect valuables: keys, phone or documents from loss. You can place a water bottle, cosmetics or energy gels in the outer side pockets. The more pockets, the more convenient: the bag is neat and everything you need is always at hand.
Pocket with ventilation
Many people wonder what to do with a wet towel or sweaty shoes after training. A plastic bag here is not the best idea: plastic is impermeable to air, so the contents do not dry out, and the material quickly begins to emit an unpleasant smell. Much better here will be a bag with a side ventilated pocket extending inside the main compartment. Such a pocket separates used items from the rest of the contents of the bag and effectively evaporates excess moisture from the material.
The color of the sports bag
Dark-colored bags are the most practical: black, dark blue, or graphite. Why? Muted shades are suitable for any outfit, and a dark background best masks mud. However, preferring juicy, bright shades, you should not give up your favorites. Thanks to this, no one confuses their bag with another. The advantages do not end there: saturated colors bring additional energy, and the environment of colorful, aesthetic objects will provide additional motivation for training!
