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• Add a little variety to your workout with the Lifeline Jump Rope.  Jumping rope is a great cardio exercise and really works those legs! It even comes with the Jump Reebok workout program.
• An exercise mat is also a good idea.  It fits in your gym bag and can be used for abs, stretching and toning workouts.
• If you lift weights, you'll want a pair of Harbinger Cross-Trainer Gloves.  Protect your hands with these breathable gloves that can easily be thrown into the washer after a particularly sweaty workout.
• Who can workout without a little music? For hardcore exercisers, try an MP3 player. It's light and it holds all your favorite songs. 
• Resistance Bands are a must-have for your trips to the gym.  You can train your entire body without waiting in line for machines. 
• Ankle Weights are great for lower body toning exercises like leg lifts and extensions.
• Use a heart rate monitor to monitor your workouts and make sure you're working in your target heart rate zone.

Your bag is almost ready to go, but there are a few more things you might need to make your workouts even better.  Why not carry your own little personal trainer right in your gym bag?

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