HEALTH

Sports Bra: Splurge 

Sports bras are every gals best friend (especially if you’re large chested), so no matter what, DON’T skip out on a good sports bra.They are essential to keeping comfort and support during a workout, plus they keep those puppies in place (phew!). So ditch that old sports bra in your drawer and hit Victoria's Secret to splurge on one that suits all your needs (you won't regret it, promise).

Knock Out Front-Close Sports Bra, $57, victoriassecret.com 

Yoga Mat: Save

If you’re trying to enter the world of namaste, a good yoga mat is a must-have. They're not only great for marking your spot in a yoga class, but they provide good grip and cushion so you aren’t sliding around and hurting yourself (or others) while doing the downward dog. Find one that has a good grip and is designed specifically for yoga, that way you have no embarrassing slip-ups in class. Hint: 5 Below has some great, colorful yoga mats for only $5 -- you can’t beat that!

Yoga Mat, $5, fivebelow.com 

Athletic Shoes: Splurge

A girl can never have too many shoes. Having the right athletic shoes is crucial to your performance in the gym, and since there are so many different types to choose from, it's important to do your research and test all them out. We suggest choosing one that suits your workout needs, for example: If you are a runner, buy a good pair of running sneaks. If you are a hiker, invest in a pair that is peft for hitting those rocky slopes. Remember girlies, if you don’t have the right shoe for the activity you perform, you could risk some no-fun injuries. So just buy the shoes—you’ll be happy you did!

Nike Air Zoom Fly, $70, nike.com 

Dumbbells: Save 

Just like a water bottle, a dumb bell is a simple tool—it’s just weight. There’s no use in spending your hard earned cash on something as simple as this. Go the thrify route and find something around your house to use as a weight like soup cans, or just simply buy a cheap set. Expesive, or cheap—weights all do the same job...regardless of the price. 

C9 Neoprene Hot Rod Lime Hand Weight, $8, target.com

Water bottle: Save

You already know how important it is to drink water—especially while at the gym, but is an expensive water bottle really necessary? Nope. Let's be real here...a water bottle is simply a bottle that holds your water. Unless you feel passionately about drinking filtered water 24/7, there's no reason to splurge on this item. Try finding a practical bottle that does essentially the same job as a fancy labeled one—you won't even be able to tell the difference!

Contigo Grace 24 oz Water Bottle, $10, walmart.com