Whether you’re into Pilates or running, these are the fitness accessories you need by your side in 2025

Published December 26, 2024

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Graphic by Lauryn Jiles; product photos courtesy of Amazon

Around this time every year, people start making lists of goals and resolutions for the New Year — and many tend to zero in on fitness. Whether you’re planning on creating a personalized fitness plan or just want to get into a regular exercise routine, the first step is making sure you have the right gear.

With that in mind, we’ve scoured Amazon’s online inventory to come up with a list of 10 fitness accessories to elevate your workout game in 2025. From durable water bottles to high-tech smartwatches, shop our top picks below.

  1. Stay hydrated while you get your workout on with this leakproof Hydro Flask stainless steel water bottle. It holds up to 40 ounces of water and keeps it cold for up to 24 hours, and it happens to be on sale for 30% off right now.

>> Buy the Hydro Flask Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle for $35 (30% off) on Amazon

  1. This best-selling Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler is another great hydration option. Available in dozens of colors, it holds 30 ounces of water, Gatorade or whatever your go-to gym drink is.

>> Buy the Stanley Quencher 30 oz. H2.0 Tumbler for $45 on Amazon

  1. If you love listening to music while working out, keep your AirPods safe in this protective case. You can clip it onto your keychain, water bottle or gym fit for safe keeping, and it’s less than $5.

>> Buy the Silicone Airpods Case Cover for $4.99 on Amazon

  1. Get pumped to Megan Thee Stallion, jam out to Sabrina Carpenter or listen to your favorite podcasts while working out with these Beats Solo 3 Wireless Headphones. With up to 40 hours of listening time per charge, you can take these to the gym every day of the week, and they have sound isolation noise control so you can stay focused on your workout.

>> Buy the Beats Solo 3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones for $99 (50% off) on Amazon

  1. Track your steps, monitor your heart rate and look at your health insights with this Apple Watch Series 10 Smartwatch. It’s the perfect accessory for those who frequent the gym, attend yoga class or love going on daily walks or runs.

>> Buy the Apple Watch Series 10 Smartwatch for $379 (12% off) on Amazon

  1. Carry all of your exercise essentials in this adidas gym duffel bag. It’s extra roomy, so there’s plenty of space for your water bottle, phone, headphones, a change of clothes and any other gym essentials.

>> Buy the adidas Unisex Adult Defender 4 Duffel Bag for $31.42 (30% off) on Amazon

  1. Run, walk, jog and exercise in these cute slip-on sneakers from Amazon. They’re lightweight, breathable and super cozy and comfy, and they’re 34% off right now.

>> Buy the Feethit Women’s Slip On Shoes for $30.39 (34% off) on Amazon

  1. Work out in style with these trendy classic sunglasses. They’re the perfect accessory for those who love to walk, run or jog on a sunny day, and they’re on sale for 35% off.

>> Buy the SOJOS Women’s Classic Sunglasses for $12.99 (35% off) on Amazon

  1. If you don’t want to carry a purse or duffel bag with you to the gym or on your daily Hot Girl Walks, consider wearing this large fanny pack to hold all of your small essentials.

>> Buy the MAXTOP Large Crossbody Fanny Pack for $9.95 (36% off) on Amazon

  1. Prefer to read books while you work out? Catch up on all of your monthly reads without skipping a beat and take this Amazon Kindle Paperwhite with you to the gym. You can choose from over 15 million titles to read while exercising, and you can adjust the glare to your liking.

>> Buy the All-New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite for $159.99 on Amazon

Lauryn Jiles is a Content Commerce Assistant at McClatchy. She is based in South Carolina and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Lauryn has written for numerous brands and is well-versed in the fashion, beauty, health, and lifestyle verticals. She enjoys yoga, coffee, fashion museums, sushi, and traveling.