Admit it: It’s overwhelming carrying your work docs, gym gear, change of shoes, and pre-packed lunch to the workplace daily. Plus, isn’t it about time you retired that ratty old canvas sack from your varsity glory days with your old number stitched into it? Throw out the ancient keepsake and invest in one of these new, practical workout bags that can fit most everything you need for work, fitness and play.
1. Asics
Three exterior pockets, a wet/dry zipper pocket and five interior pockets — everything has its place in the Asics Fit-Sana Tote. If you fill it up completely, the padded removable shoulder strap can be attached to help you schlep it around cross-body. $62; (asicsamerica.com)
2. 6 Pack Fitness
Don’t worry about your lunch getting warm in your bag during your morning workout — or worse, it leaking in your bag! The Six Pack Bags Pursuit Backpack can store five different meals (containers included!) and still has ample space for water, clothes and a laptop. ($150; sixpackbags.com)
3. Jillian Michaels
The fitness empress strikes again — and this time with a kick butt accessory. As part of her inaugural line for her new Impact collection, Jillian Michaels created this glossy Women’s Gym Bag, with an outer and inner compartment, and a large zip middle to fit everything you need for your workout. ($37; kmart.com)
4. adidas by Stella McCartney
The adidas by Stella McCartney Bum Bag is all you need for training runs or races. It’s the perfect size to fit your essentials — plus its shiny material will turn heads. Give the fanny pack a whole new meaning! ($60; adidas.com)
5. Under Armour
Combine your purse and gym bag with this chic Under Armour Gotta Have It Tote. The eye-catching cinched outside has a pocket for quick access, while the inside has two separate large compartments, an insulated slot for a water bottle and smaller pockets for money, credit cards and a post-workout snack. ($70; underarmour.com)
6. Oakley
Oakley’s Small Sport Duffel is built for strength with a tough exterior fabric, perfect for on-the-go athletes. The separate shoe compartment allows you to keep stinky kicks apart from freshly laundered clothing. ($100; oakley.com)
7. Lululemon
Goodbye bag lady: Keep your keys, wallet, laptop, workout gear and yoga mat all in one fashionable place with the Lululemon Two Times a Yogi Bag. You’ll be one step closer to zen, before you even hit the studio. ($128; lululemon.com)
8. New Balance
Be seen biking home after dusk with 360-degree glow thanks to the New Balance Reflective Backpack. With six patterns and colors to choose from, you’re sure to find one that fits your taste. ($80; newbalance.com)
9. Nike
While it may not be your everyday choice, the Nike YA Team Training Duffle Bag is large enough to store the court essentials including a basketball, kicks and uniform. There’s even room for a full change of clothes, including dress shoes. ($40; sportsauthority.com)
10. Helly Hansen
Hitting the weight room before heading off to catch some end-of-season rays? The nautical pattern of the Helly Hansen Beach Duffel makes it the perfect sack. It’s made entirely of cotton, too, so you can wash it if it gets sandy. ($60; hellyhansen.com)
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