Why Mens Yoga Pants are Essential
Many guys are not aware that a pair of mens Yoga pants are essential in order to maximize the benefits of Yoga practice. When men decide they would like to try out Yoga, one of the first questions are “what should I wear?”. Unfortunately while your jeans may be great for the pub or a night out on the town, they are not going to cut it in the Yoga studio. A lot of men are also uncomfortable at the thought of wearing lycra or clothes that would put super heroes to shame. I’m telling you that all you really need is a good pair of Yoga pants.
The choice of mens yoga clothing is very important. The wrong clothes can actually work against you. Although men are usually comfortable in jeans for any occasion, denim doesn’t stretch very well. Your movements will be restricted and it will be difficult to move through the Yoga poses. So sorry dudes, looks like the Jeans are out. However, this is where a good pair of pants come in. If you could only make one investment in your yoga practice, it would be getting a good set of Yoga pants.
There are all kinds of cuts, styles and patterns of mens yoga pants. There are very long cuts, 3/4 pants, tight and loose styles. Pants are made from a variety of materials ranging from 100% Organic cotton to Hemp and Bamboo. Also there are a spectrum of colors as well as embroided patterns. It may seem a little overwhelming at first, but there are a few things to look out for.
How tight do you want your Yoga Pants? Pants that are more fitting are great for beginners as the instructor can easily see the structure of the body and correct any alignment issues. Pants that are too baggy may feel great, but you might be practicing Yoga incorrectly which in the long term will not benefit you at all. On the other side, pants that are too tight can both be unflattering and restrict your movement. The rule of thumb is wear whatever you feel comfortable wearing that does not impede your practice, and that you can wear walking down the street without getting funny looks.
When deciding what color to wear, my preference is to go “Dark and Earthy” . I like to wear the Black, Brown and Navy styles. Darker colors are great because they generally always look good, and also tends to “Hide the package” better. Really, choose what ever color you like, but try and stay away from the bright colors as they can be distracting to the other practitioners. Fluro is definitely out, Black is always a safe bet.
An important decision when looking for looking for a pair of pants, is the material quality. Eco-friendly fabrics are always a fantastic option. Also on a practical side, we want to be wearing fabrics that breathe and will absorb sweat. This will prevent us from overheating during our practice and (as a side note) are usually the most comfortable type of pants.
To get the best out of Yoga practice, you will need a pair of Mens Yoga Pants. Ultimately, choose something that you would feel comfortable in, allows you the movement needed to practice yoga, and a pair that you wouldn’t be embarrassed your friends seeing.
Stay Safe,
Jules
