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What to wear for yoga
Read on to learn the key pieces of clothing to keep with you and what features to look for in each piece to allow you to stretch out comfortably in style.
How to Choose Yoga Wear
Practicing downward dog or trying new balancing poses at the yoga studio is challenging enough on its own, but it's even harder when you're juggling yoga clothes that are saggy, too tight, or uncomfortable. That’s why it’s important to invest in clothing that is breathable, flexible, and comfortable.
The yoga clothing you purchase will largely depend on personal preference and the style of yoga you plan to practice. But at a high level, here's what to wear to yoga (see below for a more detailed discussion of these yoga basics):
- Breathable, stretchy bottoms such as yoga pants or shorts
- A breathable, narrow-fitting or fitted top that doesn't hang around your head when you stand on your head.
- For women, a sports bra or bra with a built-in rack can provide enough support for the type of yoga you are doing
- Comfortable and warm top layer, perfect for after-school savasana or when cooling down after class
Tips for dressing comfortably while practicing yoga
How to choose the most comfortable yoga clothes for your practice
If you're new to yoga, you might expect to gain benefits such as increased core strength, improved flexibility, and even stress relief. What you wear can have a big impact on how focused and comfortable you are. This will directly affect the quality of your yoga classes.
You want your focus to be on how your body moves, not how your clothes fit. No one in yoga wants to deal with clothes that are sagging, too tight, or otherwise damaging. Ideally, your yoga clothes should be a kind of second skin that doesn't require any attention from you, leaving you free to direct your attention elsewhere.
With the right yoga attire, you'll feel confident and comfortable so you can get the most out of your next session. From stretchy pants to supportive tops, we've got the scoop on yoga outfits so you can do downward dog or pigeon pose like a pro.
