Written by Sameer Jha | Updated : January 5, 2017 9:51 PM IST
If you’ve just joined a gym or are planning to join one then you may consider buying these accessories, they’ll make working out much safer.
Gym gloves: Lifting dumbbells and barbells for 3-4 hours every week can make your hands really rough, and cause calluses. If you want to avoid this, then you should buy a pair of gym gloves which will ensure that your hands remain soft, while your muscles harden.
Wristband: You might have seen tennis players wearing wristbands on their hands, especially if they are playing in hot weather. If you are planning on performing cardio exercises, then you should consider investing in them.
Foam roller: Weight training will break down your muscle fibres and you will experience DOMS (Delayed onset muscle soreness) a day after working out. A foam roller will massage your muscles and significantly help reduce the soreness.
Weight lifting belt: While it may be available at your gym, you can consider buying one if it isn’t. Certain exercises like barbell squats and deadlift can hurt your back, if you lift really heavy weights. A weight lifting belt will provide protection against this.
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