Starting at the gym can feel overwhelming, but your routine doesn’t need to be complicated. Learn the basics with a balanced full-body workout 2–3 times a week, use weights you can control with good form, and build gradually. Consistency matters more than lifting heavy or following a perfect plan.

Finding athleticwear is an absolute nightmare. God forbid we have some comfy, flattering, NON-TOXIC workout clothing. Now, I haven't tried even close to every brand of athleticwear. But I have tried quite a few. Some toxic, some non. So here are my no-bullshit, honest reviews of some brands sitting in my closet.