Many of us lead busy, non-stop lives filled with distractions from every angle. This year, make inner peace and wellness your resolution to yourself! A regular yoga practice can be a great way to get on a path of not only physical improvements, but mental wellbeing as well.

Start a fresh, new year of serenity and health with some of our latest picks from our Yoga Shop. Namaste!

1. Lucy Balance Yoga Bra, 2. Spanx Active Ribbed Racerback Tank, 3. Prana Sabin Chakara Top, 4. Prana Audrey Short, 5. Prana Revolution Mat, 6. Manduka eQua™ Plus Mat Towel, 7. Moving Comfort Urban Gym Tights, 8. Prana Tote Mat Holder, 9. Sanuk Yoga Serenity Flip Flops

Lucy Activewear® was founded in 1999 in Portland, Oregon by a group of like-minded women who felt that workout wear should not only support your athletic pursuits, but should be stylish and flattering, too.

All of their clothing is designed and developed by active women for active women. So whether it’s yoga, pilates, running, outdoor exploring or traveling that ignites your passion for life, Lucy has the clothing to let you shine from the inside out.

Hit the floor and get toned to the core!

Left to Right:  Prana Victoria Halter Top, Prana Ashley Knicker Legging , Hugger Mugger Pilates Power Mat

If you’re looking to tone your entire body, increase range of motion and flexibility, improve circulation and posture as well as decrease back, neck and joint pain, then Pilates just may be the exercise regimen for you. With devoted fans all over the world, Pilates is definitely not just another quick-fix exercise trend.

Pilates is the best exercise for developing a stronger core, which is why athletes love it. A stronger core not only equals great abs, it means a stronger defense from injury.

If you’re new to Pilates, check out your local studio to make sure you learn the fundamental techniques. When it comes to Pilates movements, it’s not the number of reps, but the proper form that’s most important. Take your time to learn and enjoy each motion while strengthening your entire body.

Merrell Cayley High-Stretch Tank Top, Manduka eQua Hot Yoga Towel,Sanuk Yoga Spree, Hugger Mugger Tapas Terra 72"

The health and wellbeing benefits of yoga are widely known. Yoga increases flexibility, promotes good posture, increases muscle strength, helps manage stress and offers respiratory and cardiovascular benefits. It’s no wonder millions of Americans now practice yoga as part of their regular workout regimen.

If you want to take things up a notch in your yoga practice, try some form of hot yoga. Some of the benefits of heated yoga are: improved flexibility and range of motion, release of toxins, improve weight loss benefits, and building the immune system.

There are lots of other forms of hot yoga such as Bikram, Moskha and Hot Power Yoga. Whichever type of hot yoga you try, it’s important to start off slow. Some teachers advice new students to simply sit in the heated room for the first session in order to acclimate to the intense heat and humidity.

Last, but certainly not least, you’ll need a couple of extra essentials for hot yoga sessions:

Hot yoga mat towel: needless to say, you will sweat A LOT when doing hot yoga. So much so that your yoga mat will be drenched and slippery without the help of a super-absorbent yoga mat towel over it. Pick one that’s long and wide enough to cover your entire yoga mat.

Moisture-wicking yoga clothes: choose yoga clothes that fit close to the body but allow a full range of movement. Quick-drying fabrics are always best. Most practitioners of hot yoga opt to wear shorts instead of yoga pants.

Unlike other workouts and exercise routines, yoga does not require a long list of clothing and accessories. However, depending on the type of yoga you plan to do, there are types of fabrics, fits and fashions that make you better able to complete your yoga routine comfortably and in style. The key criteria of any yoga clothing concern ease of maintenance, washability and durability.

Yoga Clothing Materials
Begin your search for the ideal yoga outfit by determining which type of fabric you prefer. For hot yoga, yoga fusion and other cardio-style yoga routines. cotton or other natural fibers that breathe well work best. For yoga routines centered upon flow and stretching, fabrics that combine natural fibers with a tad of Lycra or spandex offer greater elasticity. You can also invest in contemporary fabrics lined with netting or webs, which help wick moisture away from sweaty skin to keep you more comfortable during your workout and cool-down.

Yoga Clothing Fit
The way your yoga clothing fits determines your range of motion during your routine. To strike that perfect asana, you want pieces that move with your body. Loose sweatshirts and T-shirts do not suffice, because they fall off the body as you bend or do inverted poses. Look for camisole, T-shirts or tank tops that stop at the waistline and stick relatively close to the body. You can use a cotton jacket during warm up and cool-down. Pants with wider legs allow more freedom of movement, but some people like ankle length, pegged yoga pants that remain in place during inverted poses. For women, a good sports bra is a yoga essential. In most cases, women do not need a full support style during yoga, just a stretchy fabric that offers more support and coverage than a tank top on its own.

Alternative Yoga Clothing
Many people who practice yoga regularly embrace other lifestyle elements concerning the body, soul and the environment. Therefore, several manufacturers offer alternative yoga clothing that reflects fair trade practices or relies upon sustainable, organic fabrics. You might opt for an earth-friendly fabric made from recycled or repurposed materials, such as fleece derived from used plastic bottles. Organic cottons, silks, wools and linens offer an environmentally-friendly alternative to their conventional counterparts. Fabrics made from bamboo or hemp utilize easily renewed resources. In addition, bamboo fabric is surprisingly soft yet durable.