After a long season of merriment, festivities, and maybe a little overindulgence, the start of a new year means a new slate for a lot of us. Undoubtedly, one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions involve getting back to the gym and working off those extra holiday calories.

Now’s a great time to renew your commitment to your health! And what better way to get a little motivation than with some new workout clothes and gear to kick start your resolution?

Below are some of our picks for great workout essentials that will help you stay on track:

Women's: 1. CamelBak Quick Grip 21 oz Podium Chill Bottle, 2. Nike Lunar Hyperworkout XT+, 3. Shock Absorber Ultimate Dry Advantage Sports Bra, 4. Lucy Convertible Power Legging, 5. Nathan Sonic Boom (for the Apple® iPod nano® Generation 5), 6. Puma Half Zip Pullover

Men's: 7. Ogio Endurance Gym Bag, 8. K-Swiss Tubes® Run 100, 9. Nike + Sportband, 10. Under Armour Flex Shorts, 11. Beats by Dre Studio Over-ear Headphones ,12. Under Armour Tech Long-sleeve Tee

1. Moving Comfort Vixen Sports Bra A/B, 2. Shock Absorber Max Sports Bra, 3. Natori Sport Underwire Bra, 4. Lucy Power Yoga Halter, 5. Lolë Shining Top, 6. Prana Mackenzie Capri, 7. Brooks Ghost 4, 8. Camelbak Better Bottle, 9. Prana Revolution Sticky Mat

Now that the dust has settled, those hearty holiday meals have been put away, and all those gingerbread cookies have been consumed, it’s time to get back on track with healthy habits for the New Year. 

Treating yourself to brand new workout gear is a great way to kick off those fitness resolutions. It’s a fresh new year and we all get a fresh new start. Whether it's getting back into yoga, walking the dog daily, or finally trying out that new Barre class your girlfriends have been raving about, make 2012 the year to get back on track with your fitness goals!