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Apr
Going to the gym doesn’t just involve choosing the right shoes and clothes and staying hydrated, it’s also about choosing products that will help you elevate your fitness regimen and the gym bag is a perfect example of such a product. The selected model should be durable and long-lasting to withstand daily use.
Style, function and durability are the three important features you should look for in a bag, but you really shouldn’t forget about the bag’s type as well. This is as important as the rest of the features, so considering the most popular options (for a reason) should be the first thing to look into.
When it comes to staying comfortable and keeping your things organised, nothing beats sport backpacks. When compared to some other bags, especially duffle bags, it seems that comfortable sport backpacks are easier to wear since they are designed to lay on the back. Instead of wearing it on one side, which can make you lean to it when the bag’s full, a sport backpack creates balance and puts even pressure on the entire back.
By wearing such a gym bag, you’ll reduce the chance of developing imbalance and muscle activation that’s quite painful especially when carrying lots of stuff in it. When compared to duffle, it seems that backpacks also have more pockets and compartments, ideal for better organisation. The type and number of pockets and compartments depend on the backpack’s size for sure, but mainly on the model and manufacturer so going over different models at the same time will help you make the right choice.
Duffle bags are another go-to bag option for fitness enthusiasts. They are mainly worn by lifters and bodybuilders. These bags certainly look stylish and cool and are great for those of you who aren’t after neatly organised stuff in the bag. Why though?! Well, the truth is that these bags usually have one main compartment and everything that you put in it will go directly to the bag’s bottom.
Knowing this explains the fact why these bags have a thicker and more durable bottom. Given the fact that they are designed to be worn on one shoulder or over your body, they have padding on the strap to cushion the weight and cause less pain to the shoulder. As duffle bags don’t provide even weight distribution to the body, you’ll have to think through discomfort if carrying them for a long period of time is something you’d be doing.
Well, as you can assume by now, this is the first thing you should be aware of when choosing between these two types of bags. Practice shows that gym backpacks with numerous pockets and compartments provide a better organisation which can lead to improved protection. Whether you are planning on carrying clothes only or you plan to carry many other things and a spare pair of shoes as well, the backpack can help you carry everything while being organised and easily accessible. Unfortunately, this cannot be said about duffle bags, because no matter how much you organise your things they’ll end up messy due to the bag’s lack of compartments and pockets.
Since backpacks have two padded straps for even weight distribution, moving around with them while carrying heavier items won’t be a problem at all. This feature makes them an excellent choice for anyone, whether planning on carrying heavier things or not. As already mentioned, duffle bags are designed to be carried on one shoulder which can be daunting and difficult when the bag is heavier. In such occasion, you will need to switch between shoulders to be able to carry everything for a long period of time.
When it comes to comparing functionality, it seems that both of these bag options have their pros. Both of them are ideal for packing a large number of items, from clothes and shoes to some other sports gear, making them practical especially for carrying heavy loads. But when it comes to functionality, it seems that backpacks are the winners since they seem more functional and easily accessible. Featuring many compartments and pockets makes it easy to keep your belongings separated and accessible which is something that cannot be said about duffle bags.
These types of bags are totally different in terms of design and appearance. Depending on the type of duffle bag you choose, some of them can even look stylish and elegant at the same time. Backpacks, on the other hand, are more to the sport-looking side. Both of them are available in a range of materials, styles and designs which gives you the chance to pick just the model you need.
