--- title: The Best Workout Gear for Starting 2017 On The Right Foot description: 7 items that will have you hitting the gym canonical: https://time.com/4640932/workout-gear-clothes-fitness/ author: Real Simple article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2017-01-20T21:27:50.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-05-11T04:59:10.149Z article:section: Health og:title: The Best Workout Gear for Starting 2017 On The Right Foot og:description: 7 items that will have you hitting the gym og:url: https://time.com/4640932/workout-gear-clothes-fitness/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltde093bcdab65f2d0/6988d9b9bc6cfc69913e2a3c/time-logo.jpg?branch=production og:image:width: 1200 og:image:height: 675 og:image:alt: TIME og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: The Best Workout Gear for Starting 2017 On The Right Foot twitter:description: 7 items that will have you hitting the gym twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltde093bcdab65f2d0/6988d9b9bc6cfc69913e2a3c/time-logo.jpg?branch=production --- # The Best Workout Gear for Starting 2017 On The Right Foot > Sponsored content. 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Also available in neon yellow. **To buy:** $40, [marika.com](http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=311224.1&type=10&tmpid=7201&RD%5FPARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.lastcall.com%252FMarika-Tek-Revved-Up-Drape-Back-Tank-Black%252Fprod40750145%252Fp.prod&u1=TIMESYNDRS). ### Danskin Essentials Double Seamed Jacket  Photo by danskin.com The perfect piece to keep stashed in your gym bag, this pullover’s princess-seamed construction looks ultra flattering and structured, so you can toss it on after a sweat sesh and still look poised and polished. Also available in black. **To buy:** $40, [danskin.com](http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/7885613/type/dlg/sid/TIMESYNDRS/https://www.danskin.com/p/DN5524/essentials-double-seamed-jacket.html) ### Sweaty Betty Steel Water Bottle  sweatybetty.com You _could_ spend a dollar at the vending machine for a disposable every time you hit the gym, or you could make an investment in your workout (and the environment) with this sleek, indestructible, endlessly reusable bottle. Also available in blue. **To buy:** $30, [sweatybetty.com](http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=457999.1&type=10&tmpid=19142&RD%5FPARM1=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sweatybetty.com%2Fus%2Fclothes%2Faccessories%2Fsilver-steel-water-bottle%2F&u1=TIMESYNDRS) ### Bandier Stella Bra Top  Photo by bandier.com This pretty bra top, which reverses to solid black, offers support for low-impact studio workouts like yoga or barre. If you’re already feeling confident enough to wear it alone, more power to you. If not, it makes for a gorgeous layer peeking out from beneath a tank. **To buy:** $70, [bandier.com](http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=383461.1&type=10&tmpid=18511&RD%5FPARM1=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bandier.com%2Fstella-bra-top-5&u1=TMWorkoutsyndML) ### Athleta Colorblock Spliced Sonar 7/8 Tight  athleta.com The activewear technology that goes into this pair of leggings is a cut above the rest—the moisture-wicking fabric, the zipped key pocket, the comfortable and figure-flattering wide waistband—but a sheer panel and contrasting stripe makes them look super stylish, too. To buy: $84, [athleta.com](http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/7876406/type/dlg/sid/TMworkoutgearsyndML/http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1023333&vid=1&pid=457400002) ### Bodyism Yoga Mat  Photo by netaporter.com The prettiest yoga mat we’ve ever seen, this one is sure to elicit an appreciative “Ohm-My!” or two at the studio. Bonus points for the included carrying strap. **To buy:** $110, [netaporter.com](http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=254156.1&type=10&tmpid=6894&RD%5FPARM1=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.net-a-porter.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fproduct%2F868913%2Fbodyism%2Fyoga-mat&u1=TMworkoutsyndML) ### Nike Free RN Flyknit Shoes  Photo by footlocker.com A veritable revolution in running footwear, these super-lightweight shoes conform to your foot shape, offering support where your feet need it for the most comfortable workout experience. 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