10 stylish gym bags to motivate you for your next gym sesh

These roomy gym bags have the functionality you need to make the days even breezier whether you’re heading to town or the gym

By Shazrina Shamsudin and Michelle Lee - 20 Mar 2024

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With the new year comes new resolutions to hit the gym more often. But lugging multiple bags to work can be quite the hassle sometimes. One is for your work essentials, while the other is for the gym. But before you start hunting for a run-of-the-mill backpack that can carry all your must-haves in one, you might want to consider investing in a proper gym bag.

They are usually designed to be versatile and hard-wearing so you can chuck all your essentials and whatnot into one bag. But that’s not all. In this edit, we’ve gathered the best gym bags that are not only functional but are also stylish – they’ll be the only thing that you’ll be carrying around every day. With that being said, here are some of our top picks:

Rains Hilo Weekend coated-finish bag, $132, Farfetch

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For a sleek minimalist aesthetic, look no further than Danish label Rains. The Hilo Weekend bags come in various muted and neutral colourways that work for both the gym or a weekend getaway. A bonus? The polyurethane exterior is also waterproof — perfect for keeping your belongings safe on rainy days.

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Unisex UA Contain Duo Small Duffle, $89, Under Armour

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This versatile bag has a slew of nifty features made for the modern lifestyle. For one, it can be worn as a backpack or duffle, with a water-repellent fabric crafted using its UA Storm technology. The padded airmesh back panel and PU-coated body fabric promises breathability and durability, and there are even compartments for your shoes and laptop (the laptop sleeve can hold a 13″ MacBook Pro or similarly sized laptop).

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Essentials Women's Training Grip Bag, now $27.44, Puma

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Prefer something with an eye-catching print? This Essentials Women’s Training Grip Bag by Puma might just be right up your alley. The bag features a two-way zip opening to its main compartment which allows you to store your headphones, a new set of clothes, a water bottle, and you might still even have some room to spare for more thingamabobs.

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Women's UA Favorite Duffle Bag, $49, Under Armour

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Chic and lightweight, this duffle can be carried two ways; with a top handle or with a removable shoulder strap. It comes with a large zip main compartment that has internal organisation pockets. There’s also a hidden pocket for valuables, and a slip pocket on the outside that allows easy access to stuff like your bottle.

Get it in one of three colours: black, blue and a dusty pink.

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Backpack, US$75, Gymshark

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Its sleek, clean design hides a multitude of compartments to hold your work essentials, gym kit, and even your meals for the day. There’s a padded laptop sleeve and internal pocket organiser, two external drop pockets, and if you’re the sort to meal prep, there’s a wet kit pocket on the bottom. Oh, and it’s waterproof, too.

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Mini gym bag, Anya Active

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If you don’t bring too much to your workouts, this cute mini bag is for you. In a soft plush design with puffy handles, it also has adequate compartments for essentials. Choose from the Pine, Chocolate or Dusty Rose colourways.

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New Parent Tote Bag 20L, $328, Lululemon

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Lululemon designed this bag for new parents — it’s got pockets for snacks, wipes, diapers, and other necessities, and even a removable pouch with a changing mat for convenience while away from home. And there’s no reason you can’t use it for the gym, too. One bag, two uses.

Adidas by Stella McCartney Tote, $149, Adidas

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Sport meets fashion with this Adidas and Stella McCartney collab, which has a vibrant abstract print that’ll add to a standout gym fit or casual day out. Made of a durable weave, it’s unlined inside, so it rolls up to pack up when you’re on the go.

All In Gym Bag, $84.74, Lorna Jane

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As its name suggests, this bag comes in the perfect size to carry all your active gear in one. What’s more, it also comes with detachable straps and double handles, carry it on your shoulder or sling it over.

Premium Lifestyle Barrel Bag, US$48, Gymshark

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Looking for a lightweight option that looks as stylish as it is functional? Enter Gymshark’s Premium Lifestyle Barrel Bag. Made with 100 per cent recycled nylon, it’s not only light but also keeps all your belongings secure when you’re on the go. And for yogis, there are also clips on the side that be used to hold your yoga mat. The cheery Terracotta Pink colour gets our thumbs up too.

Duffel Pack 3, $285, Aer

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You don’t need a separate bag to store your gym gear if you’re heading to the office with this backpack. The Duffel Pack 3 otherwise known as the ultimate gym/work backpack is specifically designed for the gym and office. Perfect for work and play, this bag allows you to fit your work essentials in the main section, clean clothes in another and even has a compartment for your trainers.

This article was originally published in Singapore Women's Weekly.