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The fine art of packing your tote starts with knowing your workout
Whether you take one yoga class a week or practically live in the gym, one of the best support systems you can set up for yourself is a well-stocked gym bag. You don't have to spend a fortune--or a lot of time--putting it together, though with a little advance planning you can be as comfortable in the locker room as you are in your own bathroom.
No matter the workout, there are a few items you should always carry in your gym bag: a lock for your bag and valuables; a small hand towel (unless your gym provides them gratis); workout clothes; shoes; socks; sports bra; hair ties and maybe even a plastic bag for wet or dirty clothes. And don't forget a water bottle. The average adult needs to drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. Those who work out need even more--5 to 12 ounces for every 15 to 20 minutes of activity.
If you're planning to shower after your workout, you'll also need a bath towel, soap in an easy-to-use pump dispenser, shampoo, conditioner; rubber shower slippers, a razor, deodorant, a comb and/or brush and body lotion. You may want to use a tea tree oil-based foot lotion, too, as its antibacterial/antifungal properties help prevent fungal infections. Although...
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