How to Workout at Lunch and Not Smell Like a Filthy Animal at Work

The time of day you choose to workout is a very personal one.  You can find 20,000+ articles telling you why X time of day is the best time of day and here's why.  All of that is well and good, but if it doesn't fit into your schedule, then it doesn't.  The best time of day to workout is when you will actually do it.  Everyone talks about how morning workouts give you a boost throughout the day, your metabolism is higher, birds will dress you afterward like Olivia Newton-John in the opening of Grease.  Well, that doesn't work for me.  My workout performance is crap, I burn 100-200 calories less than my early evening workout time, and I end up feeling tired all day long.

Sometimes, the only time you can realistically fit in a workout is on your lunch hour.  It shows a lot on your part for the commitment thing, but no one wants to go back to work smelling like an armpit!  If you're considering the occasional lunchtime workout (even if it's just a walk), here are a few things you may want to keep in your gym bag.

Dry Shampoo

Dry shampoo is a must, and yes, you can find cheaper ones out there, but this one doesn't have any nasties in it, doesn't strip color-treated hair and leaves no residue whether your hair is light or dark.  Apply it before your workout to do its job to the maximum potential.  You can give a quick spray after if you like for some volume.


Body Wipes

These Good Wipes are a large size (9 1/2" x 11 1/2"), so you can clean more square footage.  They're also biodegradable, compostable, and made with natural ingredients.  If you're a dude and want a more manly scent, they have cedar as well.


No Talc Powder

You guys have heard me praise Lady Anti Monkey Butt before, the awesome powder with the funny name.  Not only can you use it before a workout but if you want a little added insurance after a super sweat sesh, a little puff'l do ya because no one wants swamp crotch.

Foot/Shoe Powder

Don't forget those tootsies!  Your feet are trapped in your sweaty socks, but you can keep bacteria at bay with a hit of this in your socks before your workout.    Use after your workout in your sneaks to keep your shoes from smelling like wet trash.  Obviously, I stick with natural versions but use what you like.


Fabric Spray

These travel sized all-natural wrinkle release sprays are perfect for popping in your gym bag.  I like to give my regular clothes a spritz before putting them back on after cleaning up after a workout.  Just makes you feel fresh all around.  (Keep the unscented in the glove compartment for straightening out seat belt creases before going in!

Deodorant

Naturally, you don't want to forget your deodorant since you'll likely need a refresh after slaying your fitness goals.  Pop in your favorite or try something new like this all-natural activated charcoal deodorant cream.  Old standbys are fine but sometimes its time to shake it up to a high reviewed new kid on the block.

If after all of this you still smell, it's time to jump in the shower Stinky McStinkerson!

Do you do lunchtime workouts?  What are your favorite post-workout refreshers when time prohibits a shower?

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