Iām a yoga instructor and these are some of my favorite items to use in my yoga practice. NOTE: these items are NOT required to have a yoga practice!
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Mats
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Props
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Fits
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Books
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Other Gear
Mats
Some of my favorite mats - Iāve tried almost all of the mats on the market at this point.
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This is the mat I use most frequently. Decently cushy and grippy, doesnāt get too slick if sweated on.
The Mat 5mm *Made With FSC⢠Certified Rubber
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Great for everyday and quite light but NOT FOR HOT YOGA -very slippery when wet
PROliteĀ® Yoga Mat 4.7mm | Manduka
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A must for any hot yoga session. Grippy when sweated on.
Manduka Yogitoes - Hot Yoga Towel with Superior Grip when sweating
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Decent grip & cushion but quite heavy to carry.
Warrior Mat - Smoky Quartz
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A nice natural mat cleaning spray.
Yoga Mat Cleaner 16oz
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I LOVE THIS MAT. Itās cushiony, grippy, and not too heavy.
b, mat strong 6mm
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This matās design is actually helpful- the lines are used for alignment
Liforme Cosmic Moon Yoga Mat
Props
Props arenāt necessary but can help make yoga more accessible to more people. No shame in using these.
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Love the weight of the cork, aids in mat Pilates as well.
High Quality Cork Yoga Block- 2 Pack | Manduka
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The cover is velvety soft and durable.
Rectangular Bolster - enlight⢠| Manduka
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Great for under the knees if low back support is needed on the back.
Round Bolster - enlight⢠| Manduka
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A versatile cushion and smaller so it easily goes anywhere you do.
enLightĀ® Meditation Cushion
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Any! Blanket! Works! But I love the versatility of this wool one.
Recycled Wool Yoga Blanket | Manduka
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Great for supporting back bends!
Bend It Yoga Wheel - Black
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Natural cork, several sizes and affordable.
Yoga Block ā JadeYoga
Fits
Stuff I like to wear while practicing yoga or leading others in practice.
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Love these, they feel like nothing!
YPB studioFLEX Curve Love 7/8-Length Legging
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These also feel like next to nothing on.
All Me 7/8 Leggings
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Love bodysuits - no worrying about waistbands.
Everyday Yoga Strappy Back Long Leotard 28"
Books
Yoga extends off the mat - itās a lifestyle. Some of my favorite yogic reads.
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The yoga sutras help explain yoga to the world. Good to read through and revisit anytime.
YOGA SÅŖTRAS of Patanjali
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Absolutely incredible book showing that we can all do yoga.
Every Body Yoga by Jessamyn Stanley
Other Gear
Anything else I like to use goes here!
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Super durable mat bag that helps carry the heavier mats like lulu and alo.
Yoga Mat Bag - Black
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Super easy to use carry strap that fits all mats!
Yoga Strap - Black/Anthracite
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Great for quickly drying off sweaty hands and face. Lightweight.
Yoga Hand Towel ā Non Slip and Quick Drying
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These are great for supporting sensitive knees, elbows, or wrists when a bit more padding is needed.