PRACTICEknow that no matter what your living situation is, I am cer-
tain that you can find a space that works for you.
Once you find this space, claim it as your yoga spot.
Regardless of its dual purpose as a kitchen or your living
room, take note that this is going to be your place of refuge.
This is where you’ll come to let go of your day, clear your
mind, and move your body.
As you start to practice yoga, you begin to tune out the
exterior world. Suddenly, the only things that matter are
those that are on your mat. This is one of the benefits of the
practice. If you can start to think of your yoga space as a spe-
cial place, then when you step onto your mat, it will be that
much easier to focus on what your body and mind are doing.
It will be easier to let go of the things that do not serve you.
Choosing Clothing
Now that you’ve got your yoga spot, what are you going to
wear? Truthfully, if you’re in the privacy of your own home
and you want to wear your birthday suit, go for it. However,
if you’re looking for something a little more modest, certain
fabrics and types of clothes are more suited to moving in and
out of the poses than others. For example, big baggy T-shirts
make yoga difficult. When you’re in Down Dog and your
head is toward the ground and your hips are lifted, guess
where that shirt is going? Right over your face. Unless you’re
planning on doing yoga blindfolded, fitted tops are best
because they allow you to move without distraction.
As for pants or shorts, there are plenty of options on the
market. Because yoga has become such a big business, most