A Lady's Guide On What To Bring And How To Dress For Her First Yoga Class

If you've signed up to take a yoga class at your local gym, or a nearby yoga studio, then you are probably wondering about what you need to bring and how you should dress. Don't worry; the following guide will help you determine exactly what to wear, as well as specifically what to avoid wearing. You'll also read about the two items you need to bring to class.

Yoga Matt

You are going to want to bring your own yoga mat. You should not rely on the studio having extras on hand. They might sell yoga mats, but you will have a better selection if you look online for yourself before your first class. The typical yoga mat is 68 inches in length. If you're extra tall, then you can look for longer length mats. You can get them in any color you want; there are no color rules in yoga class.

Water Bottle

You should bring a water bottle. Most yoga studios will have water, but some places only sell it. So if you want to save yourself a few bucks, then you should just pack a bottle of water away in your bag. You will be thirsty after the class, so that water is important.

No Street Clothes

Don't show up in street clothes and try and do yoga. It will be distracting to the rest of the class. Yoga is not just a physical activity, but a place to focus and practice mindfulness. Some woman dressed in jeans is going to throw off the whole peaceful air of the studio.

No Cotton

When it comes to fabrics, avoid cotton. This applies to both tops and pants. You want a synthetic fabric like polyester that will dry quickly. Cotton holds sweat and will get heavy as the class goes on.

No Shorts, Yoga Appropriate Pants Instead

Some clothing that is appropriate for other forms of exercising is not appropriate for yoga class. You can wear shorts while you're jogging or playing soccer, but you should avoid them for yoga class. You don't want to be exposed, or fear being exposed, while you're stretching and contorting your body into the different positions

Instead, look for fitted capris or yoga pants. These will give you the coverage you desire.

Fitted Tank Tops

You should avoid t-shirts because they will fall down while you're doing certain poses such as downward dog. Plus they can also be a bit baggy. Instead, choose a fitted tank top. These will provide coverage and also allow your arms to move freely.

Sports Bra

If you're busty, then you should also wear a sports bra. This will help you feel more comfortable when you're inverted and bent in awkward poses. You might also want to wear one if you like wearing light colored tank tops that get see through when damp.

Check out companies like Good Vibe Dezign to start building your yoga wardrobe.

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