Best Yoga Apparel Guide for Women

Posted by Deacy Smitth
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Feb 5, 2014
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The word ‘Yoga’ is derived from the ancient Sanskrit language which means oneness. The main motive of Yoga is to unite soul, mind and body into one. This unique thing is achieved by performing different kinds of poses and executing sequence of postures, in which each of the poses and postures have series of benefits. There are many of the differing disciplines of yoga, each having their own belief as well as having their own methods. The most common form of yoga that is practiced in the western culture is ‘Hatha Yoga’ which means Forceful Yoga in the west. This Hatha Yoga is believed to purify the body through various ‘asanas’ (yoga postures) as well as ‘pranayama’ (breath).


What one should prefer to wear while performing yoga?


A typical Yoga apparel should composed of a loose fit layering top, a fitted vest and a pair of leggings. These are the fundamental clothes just like gym clothes for women at the gym. The yoga apparels should be designed in such a way that it allows an easy move through different poses and postures with the body as well as it should not restrict the body. Following are some tips that will guide you with the proper clothing during performing yoga:


  • A fitted elastic waistband at both the tops as well as bottoms which helps them to stay with the body during inverted postures.


  • Avoid those clothes having buttons, underwire or belts that can cause discomfort in various different poses. Especially avoid those clothes that involve lying out on the mat.


  • During performing Savasana (motionless relaxation), the body temperature is raised by loosening down the muscles at the start of the practice by ultimately preventing the chills at the end. So during this an additional layer of apparel is needed as to wick out the perspiration.


  • Look for sweat-wicking fabrics in order to aid moisture management while performing high intensity forms of yoga for keeping the body dry.


Best fabrics to look for while choosing yoga apparels


  • For slow motion forms of yoga like ‘Hatha’, one should look for soft natural fabric apparel that makes you feel good against the skin.


  • Cotton is natural fabric that will prove to be good for sensitive skin or for those with the allergic synthesis.


  • Those fabrics that are composed of little elements of Lycra will be helpful in improving the stretching factor of the clothes.


  • Bamboo is also a good choice as it is not only super soft but it also has natural anti-bacterial properties for having odour resistance.


Thus, one can choose their own yoga apparel that is comfortable for them

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