Pick of the Week: Cotton Velvet Yoga Mat Bags

Grace’s Pick of the Week is our Cotton Velvet Yoga Mat Bags. She says, “Mother’s day will be here before you know it. Why not treat her to a most luxurious 100% cotton mat bag? This bag is soft yet durable and fully lined. It comes in both the classic (drawstring top-load) or duffel (zippered side-load) styles available in rich colors of black, caramel, magnolia pink, orange, sage and mist. This spacious bag comes with an inner and outer pocket, an adjustable strap and enough room for mom to carry most props she will need for her practice.”

Cotton Velvet Yoga Mat Bags

Visit www.barefootyoga.com to see our entire selection of yoga mat bags, as well as other great yoga gift ideas for mom!

Posted under Yoga Gift Ideas, Yoga Mats, Yoga Supplies

This post was written by Barefoot Yoga on April 29, 2013

Best Products for Iyengar Yoga Practice

Iyengar YogaWhat are the Best Products for Iyengar Yoga?

Do you practice Iyengar Yoga or thinking about trying it out?

Iyengar Yoga is a form of Hatha yoga which traditionally focuses on alignment and precision. Iyengar emphasizes “sequencing” – referring to the order and timing of a sequence of asanas and breathing exercises.

Many props are used for Iyengar including blocks, straps, and blankets. Wear form- fitting, yet comfortable clothing.

“Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured.”
~BKS Iyengar

Here’s what we recommend for Iyengar:

Hybrid Nature Mats Yoga Practice Straps

Yoga Blocks

HYBRID NATURE MATS
Use any basic mat for Iyengar, like our Hybrid Eco Mat.
YOGA PRACTICE STRAPS
100% cotton straps give that extra reach and secure hold.
YOGA BLOCKS
Mr. Iyengar invented the yoga block to work as an extension of the floor to achieve precise alignment.
Iyengar Capri JD Short Mexican Yoga Blankets
OMGIRL IYENGAR CAPRI
Form-fitting clothing and stretchy clothing is best for Iyengar Yoga.
prAna MEN’S JD SHORTS
Performance fit, Elastic waist, Stretchy fit. Perfect shorts for Iyengar Yoga.
MEXICAN YOGA BLANKETS
The most versatile prop for Iyengar – a recycled blend of cotton and acrylics.
Light on Life The Tree of Yoga Yoga the Iyengar Way
LIGHT ON LIFE
By B.K.S. Iyengar

Iyengar uses stories from his own life to illustrate the profound gifts that yoga offers.
THE TREE OF YOGA
By B.K.S. Iyengar

An invaluable source book for new students of yoga and seasoned practitioners.
YOGA THE IYENGAR WAY
by Silva, Mira & Shyam Mehta

The comprehensive, practical and authoritative guide to Iyengar Yoga.

Posted under Eco-Friendly Yoga Products, Styles of Yoga, Yoga Supplies

This post was written by Barefoot Yoga on April 25, 2013

Pick of the Week: Jade Harmony Yoga Mat

Samantha’s Pick of the Week is the Jade Harmony Yoga Mat: “The perfect mat for Earth Day, the eco-friendly Jade Harmony Mat is an open-cell construction mat made of natural rubber. Mats made with natural materials like rubber are healthier for the environment and won’t fill up our landfills! The Jade Harmony is also a great option to keep you from slipping during practice.”

Jade Harmony Yoga Mats

*please note that the Jade Harmony does contain latex.
To view and purchase the Jade Harmony, Jade Fusion, and our other eco-friendly yoga mats, visit www.barefootyoga.com!

Posted under Eco-Friendly Yoga Products, Yoga Mats, Yoga Supplies

This post was written by Barefoot Yoga on April 23, 2013