7 Tips On What To Wear For Yoga

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One of the concerns many beginner yoga practitioners have is what to wear in during a yoga session. To make it simple, yoga is a welcoming place for everyone to relax. The idea is stress-relief and not put extra stress on what to wear. 

Still, if you are feeling self-conscious or just don’t know what to wear, you are not alone! You can wear whatever you feel comfortable to stretch your body. But still, here are 7 tips and recommendations for what to wear in yoga. 

 

  • Tops

The most important thing is to feel comfortable both physically and emotionally. So for tops go t-shirt, tank top or gym shorts! 

 

  • Bottoms

Yoga pants are a bit tricky. Let’s look at different types of shorts you can wear at a yoga session:

  • Bike shorts are a good option.
  • In the case of long pants – it should be snug and stretchy.
  • Compression tights have the advantage of giving you more body awareness.

Which bottoms to avoid wearing for yoga:

  • Avoid loose shorts because they will make you tug down your pants every five minutes. Track pants are ideal if you feeling too cold. 
  • Avoid, any type of bottom that has a bulky drawstring at the waist because the knot will be painful when you lie face-down.

 

  • Shoe or no-shoe

Go barefoot in yoga! Barefoot helps you develop your balance and give a better idea of how much your body is moving. Since you will bring a mat, your feet will give you a better grip. 

However, if you want, you can wear socks. There are some companies that make socks specifically for yoga.

 

  • Accessories

You are welcome to wear accessories like smartwatches, fitness trackers if that doesn’t get in your way to distract others. Make sure these accessories are silent. Because even buzz or beep may disturb another person’s peace. And avoid jewelry, unless you need to.

 

  • Mobility

Yoga is a physical practice. So you need to allow yourself to move freely and easily while stretching and twisting. So wear tighter and fitting clothes so that while doing yoga your cloth doesn’t get in your way. 

For example, baggy t-shirts sometimes work fine but while doing a downward dog it can end up in your face disturbing the momentum. 

  • Consider the heat

Yoga studios typically have higher temperatures. You will sweat during classes, especially vigorous classes. You may consider breathable, fits well clothes that will wick the sweat away from your body. 

These clothes can be found in sports goods stores or online shops. In this case t-shirts, tank tops, sports bras, yoga pants, capris, tights, and shorts are all ideal fitting. 

However, if you want to wear bottoms that are knee-length or longer than avoid slippage in poses where your leg is supporting your arm. Cotton clothes are ok since they absorb moisture but they might weigh you down. You can also wear a headband to prevent sweat from dripping into your eyes. 

 

  • Cloth shopping

Let’s clear this misconception, there is no such thing as specific yoga clothes. You don’t need to buy any clothes if already have something at first. So before buying anything check your closet and then go shopping only if you need it.

 

Endnote

Yoga is all about relaxing and being comfortable. Your attire should reflect your comfort. So don’t worry about how people will think about how you look. If you are comfortable than you doing it right! If you are thinking of practicing yoga in a comfortable environment, be sure to check out PIES Fitness Yoga. Get comfy & relax in a stress-free environment with PIES Fitness Yoga Studio!