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Everything you need to start your yoga journey
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items At the end of the day, all you for your yoga journey is you, on the mat, doing your best and listening to your own body. However, here are a few of my recommendations to help deepen your practice and get you settled!
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Extras
Highly recommended to enhance the practice!
If you're interested in adding essential oils and diffusers into your space, Saje has high quality blends and diffusers for any space that are great to set the mood. Im partial to patchouli, eucylptus, and floral based blends, but you should find one...
Saje Natural Wellness
This one is extremely local to me, but I highly recommend it! Or one local to you. I've been coming to this store for about 13 years, before I even started my yoga journey, and the collective knowledge of the staff as well as the library of books mak...
Metaphysical & Spiritual Store | Alexandra II | Pasadena, CA
BY FAR my favorite meditation app!!! It has free and paid options and frankly an amazing prop for those of us who have a difficult time focusing on silent meditation
Insight Timer — #1 Free Meditation App
Books
Recommended to deepen your yoga journey through the philosophy
This is the book that we focused on in my Yoga philosophy class. It is considered to be a foundation book for anyone that is interested in starting their journey as a yoga instructor or deepening their practice!
The Yamas & Niyamas: Yoga's Ethical Practice
Another yoga philosophy basic! Learning different aspects of a yoga is important and underrated. Definitely a good book to add to your library!
The Bhagavad Gita, 2nd Edition
Last book for this kit I promise! Another Yoga philosophy must have, this, along with the other two books, provides a balanced view of yoga philosophy.
Yoga: Discipline of Freedom - The Yoga Sutra
classes
Finding the right class is very personal, but these were very welcoming
Adrienne has a fantastic library of flows (guided movement videos) that are good for any level of experience. Whether you're new to yoga or have years of practice in, she's got something for anyone.
Yoga with Adriene
Choosing the RIGHT studio for you is important! One of my favorites for hot yoga is the Santa Anita Hot Yoga studio!
Santa Anita Hot Yoga and Holistic Health
Also a great yoga studio for not hot classes!
Greenheart Yoga
If you're already a Fabletics member, this one is worth getting. Not only does it have yoga classes but it has a variety of other classes to keep active
Fabletics FIT - Apps on Google Play
gear
These are helpful at any stage of your yoga journey.
Over the course of my yoga teacher training, I've become a big fan of restorative style yoga. Using props aids the relaxation process and helps you let go. Everyday Yoga has some great deals!
Everyday Yoga Restorative Yoga Kit
Finding the right journal, in my opinion, is more personal, so rather than recommending a brand, I recommend having one. This journey is anything but linear and journaling really helps
Journal
Everyone has their preferred movement clothing, and the essence of yoga is not in the clothes you wear, but Fabletics is the first name brand that I've tried that has yet to fail me.
Fabletics: Women's Sportswear, Activewear & Workout Clothes
Talk about essentials! this is definitely one for your asanas, or movement classes. I prefer one that is a little thicker, but there are a lot of different styles.
High-Quality Performance Yoga Mats | Manduka
All that movement requires hydration! Make sure that you have a water bottle (preferably a reusable one that will encourage you to stay hydrated) with you!
Water Bottle
If you start your journey and found that you really enjoy hot yoga or sculpt yoga, getting a yoga mat towel is for you! It'll help keep your mat clean and avoid slips while you sweat!
Yoga Mat Towels - Manduka
If you only plan to bring your yoga mat to class, having a loop to easily carry your mat is essential!!! check out your favorite ones so that you can walk out with ease.
High Performance Yoga Mat Bags, Straps & Carriers | Manduka
Need something to hold all of your yoga gear in? A bag like this would come in handy as well!
High Performance Yoga Mat Bags, Straps & Carriers | Manduka