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We subjected the latest gym gear to various “tests”—i.e., sweating heavily onto it and seeing if it still works—and we found that our favorites are multi-talented (a bag that's built for gym-going and long weekends, a fitness tracker that says "I'm committed to my health," and, in a pinch, "I'm committed to my spouse"). Here are six workout essentials that will actually make a trip to your local gym, three-person-deep elliptical line and weak shower pressure notwithstanding, totally worth it again.

Kalon Jump Rope$96

Kalon Studios

This leather-wrapped jump rope comes with a steel cable that snaps the ground so hard you’ll feel like you’re in a Rocky montage.

Fila wristbands$6

Holabird Sports

These retro wristbands will help you channel your inner Pete Sampras.

Lacoste Men's Ultimum Duffle Bag$98

Amazon

Most guys have a raggedy cotton “workout bag” that looks like it was handed out on the first day of middle school gym. This rubberized black bag from Lacoste is sporty enough that you won’t hesitate to throw your sweaty gear in it, but sleek enough to double as a weekender.

Motiv fitness tracker ring$199

Motiv

Got a “fitness tracker” picking up dust in a drawer somewhere? Join the club. This ring (yes, a ring!) from Motiv nails the essentials—heart rate, sleep quality, activity tracking—without looking like a tracker at all. Which means you’ll actually wear it. Bonus: your significant other will appreciate you wearing a ring at the gym!

Bose SoundSport Free wireless headphones (was $199, 15% off)$199

Amazon

With the Bose Soundsport Free, you get a pair of truly wireless headphones that feel like they aren’t there at all—and unlike AirPods, they fit snug, so you don't have to worry they’ll fall into a sewer on a run.

S’well water bottle$42

Swell

This water bottle triple-walled to keep the outside condensation-free, and insulated enough to keep your water cold all the way through that hot yoga session you’re already regretting.

Adidas Adilette Slides$45

Adidas

The last thing you want is to mix up your shower slides with someone else—so grab a pair that stands out. They double as highly functional “taking out the trash” shoes, too.Related Stories for GQLacosteGQ RecommendsBest StuffBagsHeadphonesGym Clothes