Just like a plumber needs his tools, so does a weight lifter. Whether you’re starting your journey at the gym or you’re already a serious lifting-machine, having the right equipment to help you train can make a massive difference to your results. Remember that these accessories won’t achieve your goals for you; only your strong determination and efforts will. These accessories can make things a little easier, but never forget the importance of diet, consistency, and technique.
With that being said, here are 3 essential items for weight lighting:
Straps
These two material straps are, to most weight lifters, the most essential item to have before entering the gym. The most common use for them is to wrap them around your heavy weighted dumbbell or barbell to ensure you don’t drop the weight, especially if you’re aiming for a max-rep set on the bent-over rows, or deadlifting to a new maxed out weight. Many weight lifters wrap them around their bench press’ barbell for a tighter grip, or for comfort.
Straps may seem redundant at first, especially if you have a strong grip already, but by the time you’re halfway into your workout and have less energy, straps can help you maintain a strong and powerful grip in all your exercises. Wrap them around the pull-up bar, dumbbells, or barbell for an unbeatable grip.
Earphones Or Headphones
This may seem like a no brainer, but most weight lifters overlook the importance of listening to music in the gym. Playing fast, loud music has been proven to slightly increase heart rate, allowing oxygen and other nutrients to move throughout the body, giving you more energy overall.
Not to forget that one of the biggest result killers is distraction. Many weight lifters experience a sense of community at the gym. As great as this can be, it can quickly become a habit to stop your workout to catch up with someone in the gym, and having music blasting will not only distract you but will also show the outside world that you’re busy with your training.
A Big Water Bottle
Many weight lifters neglect hydration and even more so neglect to carry a big water bottle around because of its size. However, having a big water bottle, larger than 1L, can constantly serve as your reminder to keep hydrating.
As mentioned above, distraction is a result killer. Having a large water bottle can help you stay focused on your training and avoid the walk to the water dispenser, where socializing is bound it happen at some point.
Conclusion:
There are many more items that can help you train with more ease, support and comfort, but these three items are game-changers; they are easily accessible, reliable, and extremely helpful with keeping your focused and motivated.
