We had better briefly look at what
yoga is before turning our attention to the choice of clothing for yoga.
What is Yoga?
Yoga is a set of relaxation exercises
using breathing methods in order to raise mind and body awareness within
certain disciplines and systems. However, with the most basic expression, it
would be a more logical method to explain yoga with 5 basic principles. These
principles are;
Correct exercises:
It provides benefits to the body, mind and spiritual life of the person.
Correct breathing:
It has to be deep, slow and rhythmic. Because it increases vital force and
mental clarity.
Correct relaxation:
By deeply relaxing all the muscles, the nervous system can be renewed and a
deep inner peace is reached.
Proper diet:
It helps you attain a high standard of health, sharpen your intellect, and
attain tranquility of the mind.
Right Thought and Meditation;
The mind can be perfectly controlled with regular practice of focus and
meditation.
In yoga, it is based on disciplining
our non-stop stream of thoughts, focusing, and getting rid of physical and
spiritual tensions. Thanks to regular practices, the body, which has a visibly
healthy and fit appearance, while the internal organs will start to work
healthily.
Starting to practice yoga means
entering a kind of healing, strengthening and purification process mentally,
emotionally and physically. At the same time, it provides the ability to
produce logical and systematic solutions that can meet the needs of everyone
and that the person can apply on their own. It gives calmness to the person
with a restless mind, and a deeper concentration power to the sick person in
health, student and business life. Yoga is one of the best ways to accept
yourself as you are.
How to Choose Clothes for Yoga and
Which Accessories to Use?
Since yoga is basically an exercise
that will not bore you and should be done comfortably, your freedom of movement
should not be restricted in the clothes you choose. For this reason, it is
indispensable to choose comfortable clothes.
You can easily prevent discomfort
during exercise with the product selections with breathable and non-perspiring
fabrics. In this way, it remains only to focus on the exercise.
Yoga tights with breathable fabric
and high waist, where you will get maximum comfort during movement, overalls
suitable for those who prefer a whole body and one-piece, and baggy trousers
with shimmery fabric will increase the efficiency of every position you take
with their designs that provide freedom of movement as if they are a part of
your body.
The tops chosen for yoga should not
be too loose and tight. Your clothes should be suitable for your size and
should not overwhelm you while working. Choosing athlete/t-shirts with
breathable fabrics that won't disturb you, and sports bustiers suitable for all
kinds of combinations with double-sided clothing will enable you to maximize
your productivity.
At the same time, hygienic yoga mats
with a terry-like texture made of natural rubber and being made of washable
fabrics in the washing machine will help you focus on your practice and feel
peaceful by using accessories such as a yoga circle that will facilitate
deepening in poses and auxiliary yoga belts during movement.