The training gear that makes Jess Fox ‘feel cute, comfortable and ready to push hard’
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We often wonder what famous people shop for, swear by and need to get through their everyday lives, so we reached out to our favourites to ask.
Next up, Olympic and world champion slalom canoeist, Red Bull ambassador, adidas athlete and Australia’s golden girl Jess Fox.
We asked about her favourite good-luck scent, the fitness trackers keeping her accountable, and the hair tool she swears has been worth the hype.
Get the inside scoop on the everyday things an Olympian and World Champion needs. Instagram / @jessfoxcanoe
NOTE: Prices are accurate at the time of publishing.
What have you bought recently that’s been worth the hype?
Shark Flex Style diffuser – it dries my hair so fast and makes my curls look incredible!
Shark FlexStyle Build Your Own Air Styling & Hair Drying System
Shark FlexStyle Build Your Own Air Styling & Hair Drying System Shark
Shark FlexStyle Curl-Defining Diffuser
Shark FlexStyle Curl-Defining Diffuser Shark
When it comes to training gear, what do you swear by?
A matching adidas set to feel cute, comfortable and ready to push hard. And my bedazzled adidas runners because seeing the sparkle just makes me want to run or work out. It’s nice to add a bit of sparkle to the everyday.
Feeling good in what I’m wearing always gives me that extra motivation to get out and tackle my Red Bull Elevate Your Fitness training session – particularly in the cold winter.
Adias Samba OG Shoes
Adias Samba OG Shoe Adidas
Adidas Adizero EVO SL Shoes
Adidas Adizero EVO SL Shoes Adidas
Adidas 3 Stripes Studio All Me Light Support Bra
Adidas 3 Stripes Studio All Me Light Support Bra Adidas
Adidas 3 Stripes Studio All Me Booty Short Leggings
Adidas 3 Stripes Studio All Me Booty Short Leggings Adidas
What do you trust to give you race-day confidence?
I build my confidence through training and journaling to remind myself of the work I’ve done and my strengths. I find tracking and looking at data really helps. I use an Oura Ring and love tracking my cycle, sleep and recovery ahead of competitions. I also use my Apple Watch alongside it for training.
One thing I’ve loved doing throughout my career is having a signature scent for the season. For Paris 2024, it was Chanel Chance (for a bit of extra luck!). This year I picked Gucci Bloom, so pre-race, when I’m getting ready, a little spritz reminds me it’s my year to flourish.
Oura Ring 4
Oura Ring 4 Oura
Apple Watch Series 11
Apple Watch Series 11 Apple
Chanel Chance Eau de Parfum Spray
Chanel Chance Eau de Parfum Spray Chanel
Gucci Beauty Bloom Eau De Toilette
Gucci Beauty Bloom Eau De Toilette Gucci
What gives you that extra one per cent in recovery or performance?
On busy training days, I’ll usually have a Red Bull on hand as part of my routine before heading between sessions and other commitments.
And if I have the basics right with my sleep and nutrition, I love saunas, ice baths and using compression sleeves or boots.
Therabody RecoveryAir JetBoots
Therabody RecoveryAir JetBoots Therabody
What skincare and beauty products do you have on rotation?
I am loving all the collagen and K-beauty face masks to use at night as part of my wind down. I’ve also been smashing La Roche-Posay Anthelios sunscreen and Cicaplast Baume at the moment while I’m competing in harsh conditions. For my hair, one thing I’ve been loving is the Bumble & Bumble curl reactivator spray – it’s my lazy hack to revamp my curls!
Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask Biodance
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Ultra Invisible Sunscreen SPF50+ 50ml
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Ultra Invisible Sunscreen SPF50+ 50ml La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Balm Cream
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Balm Cream La Roche-Posay
Bumble and bumble Curl Reactivator
Bumble and Bumble Curl Reactivator Bumble and bumble
What are your three non-negotiable travel items?
Can I have four?! Apple AirPods Max headphones to drown out the noise. A drink bottle and electrolytes to stay hydrated. A good book to help me switch off. A Red Bull Sudachi Lime, particularly because travel days can be long – this has easily become one of my favourite flavours.
Apple AirPods Max
Apple AirPods Max Apple
Owala FreeSip Insulated Water Bottle - 710ml
Owala FreeSip Insulated Water Bottle - 710ml Owala
Amazon Kindle 16GB (newest gen)
Amazon Kindle 16GB (newest gen) Amazon
If it’s been a stressful week, how do you decompress?
I love having a Sunday sleep-in, grabbing a coffee by the river, seeing my friends, and playing with my godchildren. I’m also a lover of crafts, so playing with clay or paints is always a fun way for me to relax.
Shuttle Art Polymer Clay
Shuttle Art Polymer Clay Shuttle Plau
Shuttle Art 43 Pack Watercolour Paint Set
Shuttle Art 43 Pack Watercolour Paint Set Shuttle Art
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