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Hatha and Yin yoga teacher
Farah Jaffrey is a certified yoga teacher.
For yoga teacher at Open studioTara Zinnamon,this is a must-have.
But thats not all.
And while this checklist may vary from person to person, some things are truly non-negotiable.
Their mats are made from natural rubber, which is a renewable and sustainable resourcerubber trees.
The company also plants a tree for every mat sold.
Hatha and Yin yoga teacher
Manduka eKO $95.00
Another Manduka mat that the yoga teachers love is the eKO.
In fact, yoga instructor at the Yoga GardenKiera Missanellicalled it the best mat to useand for good reason.
Its PVC-free and without any harmful plasticizers.
Part of the reason is the extra cushion and durability.
It also provides great support for your regular gym workouts.
Not to mention, its 100 percent OEKO-TEX certified (aka, free of harmful chemicals).
Leggings
Lululemon AlignTM High-Rise Pant 28" $98.00
No shocker here.
Theyre the epitome of the everyday legging.
Lululemons Align leggings have been my go-to for years, says Zinnamon.
Hatha and Yin yoga teacher
Neither fall down while I fold forward [nor] cut into my skin.
Their buttery soft fabric and universally flattering silhouette makes them a regular fan favorite.
They provide great breathability and contour your booty.
Additionally, theyre made from the brands signature micro-performance, double-knit fabric, which famously has a second-skin feel.
Vuori Rib Studio Short $61.00
Whats great about these biker-style shorts is the super high-ribbed waistband.
It provides great coverage for your stomach and is soft to the touch.
Theyre specially designed with mesh material at the crotch to keep your vagina ventilated.
And thanks to the bodycon feel, you could even wear these under a dress.
It even provides support for your boobs, thanks to the built-in shelf bra.
Its soft like the Align pants, and feels super smooth to the touch.
Plus, you dont have to worry about it rising up since it has a compressive style fit.
It has UPF 50+ protection for those who love to work out outdoors.
This loose style drapes your body in a flattering way and provides a more comfortable feel.
Its incredibly lightweight with four-way stretch to give your maximum movement.
And this 32-oz Hydroflask is worth every penny.
Do it at home using one of these super cute nail polishes from Olive and June.
Bring the calmness and relaxation home with the Vivitest Aromatherapy Diffuser.
Pour in your favorite essential oil and this diffuser will fill up any room with its fragrance.
The battery lasts up to five hours and runs on stealth mode (aka, its super quiet).
This one from Jiggy Puzzles is 800 pieces and features a lovely illustration from Slovenian artist Alja Horvat.
The puzzle also comes with a glass jar and glue to preserve the puzzle pieces when youve completed it.
Each die contains different poses on each side including standing, twisting and balancing movements.
Just roll and see what exercises youll have to do for the next five minutes.
And this journal is a great place to jumpstart your brainstorm.
And this mat cleaner allows you to do just that, thanks to its organic combo of ingredients.
I like the mat cleaner because its non-toxic and safe to use on my mat, yoga instructorFarah JaffreypreviouslytoldW+G.
It has natural ingredients so its not harsh and wont ruin my mats texture.
Its well-balanced so it wont leave your mat oily.
FYI: Bolster pillows are often used as a support accessory in restorative yoga to help relax the body.
And this massage ball does exactly that.
The different grooves help to loosen up knots, reduce tightness and increase blood circulation to sore muscles.
In my yin practice, I find that sandbags help get deeper into a target area, says Piers.
This one has the bonus of being warming, or cooling, to the tissues.
I have a student who uses this on different parts of her body in practice.
The cushion also shapes to your body and has antimicrobial properties to help fight against bacteria.
It includes hand drawn illustrations showcasing moves and the names of positions fundamental to yogis everywhere.
Its the closest youll get to park yoga in your living room.
It helps promote a calming environment by creating a distinct bell sound.
The vibrations of this sound help to positively impact the nervous system and stimulate relaxation.
you’ve got the option to also modify and deepen the sound by adding water to the bowl.
It dries quickly and keeps you cool as you work up a sweat during your more strenuous exercises.
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