Shopping for Fitness Accessories Online? Hit Your Fitness Goals with the Best Gym Workout Accessories Available in India (2020)

With the fast-paced and busy lifestyle, we tend to ignore our health. Irregular food timings, junk food and fast food further add fuel to the fire and can lead to problems like obesity, choked arteries and gastric problems. However, as people are becoming more aware of their appearance, physical condition, wellbeing and lifestyle; methods to keep one fit and healthy like yoga, Pilates, gym and home gym are increasingly getting popular among professionals and housewives to maintain a work-life balance. Various TV channels, YouTube influencers and Health and Wellness related magazines are educating the masses about different methods to keep themselves fit and rocking. However, it’s important to use certain accessories to make your exercise/yoga/workout more convenient, comfortable, hygienic and secure. The gym workout accessories are essential tools which act as your true friend during the workout sessions and few gym gadgets can even help you keep a tab over your schedule, calories, heart rate monitoring and number of steps taken in a day.

If you are a social bird and prefer going to a fitness club instead of doing it at home, then it’s all the more important for you to carry the gym accessories along as you would not like to borrow a towel or bottle from someone else in the gym. Let’s check out a few important accessories which may be useful for your everyday gym time.

A nice and sturdy gym bag is the first requirement for your gym visit as you can keep your shoes, water bottle, towels etc. in this bag. This beautiful duffle gym bag by ‘charged’ is stylish and made of strong polyester material. The bag has one shoe compartment for your shoes and a side pocket for wet clothes, towel etc. Apart from one main zipped compartment. The bag has a sling-style shoulder strap, is washable and has ample space for your gym clothes. The 32-litre capacity duffle gym bag can be purchased from Amazon.in for Rs. 449.00.

This is a perfect bottle for gym as the bottle leaks proof design and the water sprayer provides a quick dash of refreshment whenever you are tired and feeling warm after intense workout sessions. The bottle is made of BPA free plastic, is odourless and has a capacity of 600 ml. The spray bottle is transparent and the ergonomic design makes it easy to hold and carry. The spray water bottle is available for Rs. 303.00 on Paytmmall.com.

If you are indulging in heavy workout and take a protein or other types of shakes, then this is the right product for you. The mixer bottle smoothly mixes the protein with liquid without you having to keep it shaking continuously. The top lid allows you to open and drink the shake before you close the secure flip lid. The patented fix ball wire whisk whips around inside the bottle and whisks and mixes the shake well. The leakproof container lets you store your pre as well as post-workout powders separately, thanks to the extra compartment for storage at the bottom which is detachable. The 500 ml capacity gym shaker water bottle is available on Flipkart.com for Rs. 449.00.

While lifting weights, wearing good wrist support provides the required support, comfort and protection to your wrist muscles and decreases the chance of any injury or muscle pull. Nivia is a well-known name in sports accessory segment and this pair of wrist support is adequately wide and long and the free size fits all. Made of a heavy-duty blend of cotton eglantine, the wristbands provide extra support to your wrist while lifting weights, thus helping you to raise more weight. The Nivia Weight Lifting Wrist Support (Pack of 2) can be purchased from Flipkart.com for Rs. 198.00.

This weight training glove by decathlon not only looks cool but also helps you hold the weights firmly by providing a stable grip on the weight training instruments. These grips are suitable while exercising with moderate weights as the palm has special anti-slip material and the ventilated knit material on the backside provides a proper inflow of air to keep your hands sweat-free. The palm area has a double thickness cushioning for extra comfort and the pull tab system at the fingertips helps in easy removal of the gloves. The weight training gloves are available on Decathlon.in for Rs. 499.00.

Sweating is an important and natural process during exercise and though you can use antiperspirant clothes to get some respite, a good hand towel is a must to maintain hygiene and keep yourself dry during a workout. The cotton towel set by a jockey is made of 100% cotton high absorbent material and has antimicrobial properties, hence suitable for fitness enthusiasts. The dimension of the towel is 40 x 60 cm and a set of 2 towels is available on Jockeyindia.com for Rs. 399.00.

The elbow support is a must-have if you are regularly exercising with heavy weights or indulge in a sport which requires frequent movement of arms and elbow. Made of breathable fabric and moisture-wicking material, the elbow support by Adidas provides proper support to your elbow and the reinforced nylon trim allows easy movement during activities. The Adidas elbow support can be purchased from Amazon.in.

The lower body part should be given equal importance during your workout sessions and if you are already doing it, then a good knee support will give the extra comfort and support to your knee during the jerks or movements which your knee muscles endure during the leg exercises. The knit material is designed to wick perspiration and is designed to support a uniform joint compression. This knee support comes with a 2-year warranty and is available on Decathlon.in for Rs. 199.00.

Specially designed for the gym freaks who love weightlifting as part of their exercise schedule, these weight lifting gloves provide a firm grip on the steel rods or other exercise machines and the padded palm gives the required comfort and safety from the hard metal. Also, the long wrist band grasps your wrist tightly and reduces the chance of any injuries. The pair of these weight lifting gloves are available on Snapdeal.com for Rs. 939.00.

Socks are the most neglected accessory of one’s fitness kit, but it’s very important to have a comfortable and a quality pair of socks for gym as they absorb all the sweat of your feet and protects not only your soul but also your shoes from all the wear, tear and friction caused due to running, jumping etc. The Navy men's ankle socks by Jockey is a perfect blend of cotton, spandex and nylon and keeps your feet well ventilated and reduces odour caused due to perspiration. A pair is available on Jockeyindia.com for Rs. 129.00.

For those of you, who are either a bit reluctant to visit a gym due to laziness or want to enjoy the luxury of having adequate space in your house; a home gym is the best bet and a boon for your health. Either you have set up a complete mini gym in one of the rooms of your house or are doing simple exercises and yoga etc. to keep yourself fit; the workout accessories and instruments for home gym mentioned below will be quite helpful. We have picked few such gym workout accessories for home gym.

The Double Wheel Ab Exerciser with Knee Pad by Strauss is an excellent machine for strengthening and toning your ABS, arms and back muscles. The EVA + ABS material wheels roll silently on the stainless steel metal frame and have an anti-slip design. The roller is easy to assemble and the lightweight material makes it easy to carry in your bag while travelling. The ergonomic and thick, padded handles provide a comfortable and firm grip, thus enhancing the impact of the exercise. The soft knee pad protects your knees while you are using this double wheel exerciser on a rough or solid surface. Initially, you may find it hard to balance and perform the exercise, but with a little practice you will start doing it perfectly and the results would be visible in a few days. The double wheel ABS exerciser is available on Amazon.in for Rs. 410.00.

Made of PVC material, this soft and textured yoga mat is your perfect companion for the yoga sessions or freehand exercises. The mat is spaced at 61 cm x 173 cm and weighs just 995 gm. The 6 mm thick mats ensure that you feel relaxed while performing the sets and the textured surface provides the required cushioning and grip to your body while performing floor exercises. A yoga bag is provided along with the bag which helps you to carry it along. The Tuelip Behome Yoga Mat comes with a 3-month warranty and can be purchased from Flipkart.com for Rs. 255.00.

An easy to use the exercise machine, which can help you reduce your tummy without hitting the gym and targets your upper and lower ABS. The Ab roller also removes neck and back strain caused due to sitting for long hours and is easy to assemble and disassemble. The rocking motion uses gravitational and kinetic energy to help your motion; thus making the exercise a lot easier. The ab roller can support a weight of up to 120 kgs. And has a cushioned headrest to support your neck and foamed handle grips for perfect clutch. The machine weighs just 3 kg and once folded, it can be stored in a small space. The Ab Crunches machine can be purchased from Onlineskyshop.in for Rs. 1,999.00.

Ever wondered where to keep your feet while performing sit-ups at home? Then this sit-ups and pushup device with suction cup is the perfect answer to your problem. Simply keep the suction cup on a flat surface, press the switch of the suction cup and your fitness equipment is ready to be used in any corner of your house. The suction cup assistant device is made of foam, silicone and manganese steel and has a load-bearing capacity of up to 180 kg. The device is portable, weighs just 850 grams and is available at Amazon.in for Rs. 698.00.

The skipping rope by decathlon comes with a bearing system to provide swiftness of the circular motion. What's more, you can also add up to four 75 gm weights to the handle to make your exercise more stringent. The 2.8 meters long PVC rope can be adjusted according to the user’s height and the ergonomic handles are made of good quality material and provide a firm grip while workout. The rope comes with a 2-year warranty and is available in 3 different colours viz. Blue, pink and red. The skipping rope is priced at Rs. 349.00 and is available on Decathlon.in.

Galaxy, Fit is a health tracker by Samsung which can continuously monitor your heart rate, is water-resistant for up to 50 meters and you can track more than 90 activities on Samsung Health app. The compact and simple display provides all your important fitness-related information by simply flicking your wrist. Made of ultra-lightweight material, you won’t even feel like wearing something on your wrist during your day-to-day activities. The battery lasts long enough and you won’t have to bear the pain of charging it almost every day. Galaxy fit is tough and durable as it can easily face the challenges of water and dust and still keeps ongoing. You’ll get a notification on your device when someone is calling and your phone connects to your health tracker. The Samsung galaxy fit can be purchased from Samsung.com for Rs. 2,490.00.