Sports Equipment: fitness, protective gear, water bottles
Sports equipment completes your outfit: yoga mats and dumbbells for training at home, training gloves, knee pads for roller skating, water bottles to stay hydrated, headbands and neck warmers for outdoor use. Everything needed for practicing both at home and outside.
A yoga mat is all you need to start stretching and strengthening.
What can you find in sports equipment?
This page brings together three categories of equipment, each with its own sub-page.
- Weight training and fitness: yoga mats, dumbbells, training gloves.
- Protective gear: knee pads for roller skating and other sliding sports.
- Sports accessories: water bottles, headbands, neck warmers.
Getting equipped for sports at home
To train at home, a non-slip mat protects your back and knees during floor exercises. A pair of light dumbbells helps strengthen your arms and upper body. Training gloves prevent blisters when lifting weights.
Getting equipped for outdoor sports
When outdoors, hydration and protection from the cold are important: a water bottle in your bag, a headband or neck warmer for winter outings. For roller skating or scootering, knee pads protect against falls.
Choosing the right equipment
Start with your activity: yoga and Pilates need a mat, weight training requires dumbbells and gloves, and roller skating needs protective gear. Begin with the essentials, then build up as you progress.
Sports water bottles
A soft-spout bottle can be sipped one-handed during exercise; a large bottle holds enough water for a full session. A quick rinse after the session, with the cap open for drying, prevents plastic tastes.
How to maintain your equipment?
A yoga mat can be wiped with lukewarm soapy water and dried flat, out of direct sunlight. Gloves should be hand-washed. Neoprene dumbbells can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
The right outfit
For the outfit itself, check out the leggings and sports bras, which complete the session gear.
Storing your equipment
A mat can be rolled up and stored upright; dumbbells should be placed on the floor, in a corner, to avoid damaging shelves. A basket or dedicated bag keeps gloves, headbands, and water bottles together, ready for the next session.
When to find sports equipment at reduced prices?
Before starting a home workout program, take advantage of Black Friday or January sales: that's when you'll often find sports equipment on sale.
Check the Black Friday sports page at the end of November, the Sales page in January, and the special offers sports page in between. Fast shipping and price guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a home fitness corner cost?
Much less than an annual subscription: a mat and light dumbbells are enough. The rest can be added as you practice.
What weight of dumbbells should I choose to start?
Light dumbbells, which allow you to complete a full set without straining. Gradually increase the weight.
Do you need gloves for weight training?
They prevent blisters and improve grip. It's not mandatory, but it’s more comfortable.
How do you clean a yoga mat?
With a damp cloth and a bit of mild soap, then lay it flat to dry. Aggressive products make the surface slippery: avoid them.
Are knee pads useful for roller skating?
Yes, especially for beginners: knees are often the first to get hurt in a fall. A set of protective gear also covers elbows and wrists.
