Feel Powerful in Your Body

I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list

— Susan Sontag

Hey Team,

If you've ever wondered what work out equipment you actually need. I found out when traveling to teach last week.

I drove eight hours with a 16-week Border Collie, everything he needs (a lot), everything I needed, a projector, a full skeleton, and a kitchen tote. Plus one basket of equipment to maintain my movement practice.

No yoga mat. Instead, I packed a kettlebell, 2 types of bands, and an intimidating set of dumbbells.

See what I packed and why in this week's podcast episode. It will help you get clear on your own home workout gear. Goose has a lot to say about this too.

📺 I'm a Yoga Teacher Who Didn't Pack a Yoga Mat — Here's What I Brought Instead

May your practice travel well,
Alison

P.S. On Tuesday I posted the kettlebell flow I did every morning on the rooftop deck with Goose. Thirteen minutes of focus and functional movement. Here on YouTube. Here in the App.

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