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How to Work Out at Home: Essential Gear and Apps

Discover the must-have equipment, apparel, and streaming classes to build your own boutique gym at home. From supportive bras to smart sneakers, we’ve curated the perfect home fitness setup.

How to Work Out at Home: Essential Gear and Apps

Welcome to "The Perfect," ELLE.com's weekly series where we spell out everything you need for the ideal outfit, shopping list, Saturday evening, or any occasion. In a shopping world with endless options, consider this your complete cheat sheet of essentials.

We're still in that calendar window where saying "Happy New Year!" feels perfectly natural, and goals to improve, push harder, and live healthier are fresh and exciting. Sticking to a fitness resolution becomes far easier when you can do it from home, and on-demand classes and mobile apps make it even more convenient. We've handpicked the ideal equipment, clothing, and extras to turn that unused corner into the chicest boutique gym around.

1. Athletic Bra

With built-in layers and translucent accents, a hardworking sports bra becomes a stylish crop top you can confidently wear on its own.

Bodyism Top, $48; theoutnet.com

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2. Performance Leggings

Leggings are fantastic, no argument there. But leggings made from high-quality fabric, with flattering flat seams and a perfect splash of color? That's even better.

Tory Sport Diagonal Stripe Leggings, $138; torysport.com

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3. Workout Mat

An abstract print elevates a standard yoga mat into a piece of art, giving you something gorgeous to gaze at during downward dog.

Manduka Equa Eko Yoga Mat, $92; carbon38.com

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4. Hydration Bottle

Whatever exercise you prefer, staying hydrated is essential. Make sipping water effortless by keeping a sleek bottle close at hand.

S’well Smokey Quartz 25 oz. Water Bottle, $45; swellbottle.com

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5. Streaming Class

On-demand workouts led by celebrity trainer Anna Kaiser replicate the private training sessions that usually come with a hefty price tag.

AKT On Demand, $35 for a month; aktinmotion.com

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6. Training Sneakers

Find a shoe that's comfortable for both fitness and casual wear, and also looks great—you'll be set for years.

Adidas Tubular Shadow, $100; zappos.com

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7. Fitness App

Your phone becomes a source of workout inspiration with routines and a program that adapts to your activity level, building a personalized training plan.

Nike Training App, nike.com

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