9 Yoga Staples You Need That Aren't a Mat

Power Vinyasa yoga is no joke—which means recovery should be just as serious as the workout itself. That’s where this pulsating post-workout ball comes in. “The vibration therapy for fascia release coupled with its ability to pinpoint certain areas of my body is a game changer,” says Anthony Chavez, an instructor at CorePower Yoga. “The other reason I love this product so much is its size.”

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Never discount the importance of a solid part of underwear. Saxx’s Quest 2.0’s are lightweight, quick-drying, breathable, and made with an antimicrobial fabric—all key factors for a pop-in class. Plus, a seven-inch inseam means they won’t ride up when you're in Downward Dog.

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Some yogis love bottles like Hydro Flask, in part, because they work double duty: They’ll keep water cold through hot yoga (and for 24 hours for that matter) and they keep morning tea steaming for six. (Plus, you’ll never have to spend three bucks for a water before class again.) “The 32-ounce size works great for a heated class and is also just the right size for a hike or run,” Chavez says.

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Yoga mats don’t clean themselves. (Oh, and if you're still looking for a great one, we'd recommend this.) And if you don’t wipe down yours, you’ll pay in the form of weird smells and germs. This top-rated spray is organic, disinfecting the natural way. It also comes with a small microfiber towel so you’re extra prepared for clean-up.

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Hands and feet can get slippery in yoga—especially in heated yoga. That’s why you see the more advanced students with perfectly sized towels over their mats. “These towels are great for added grip," says Allison English, a Chicago-based yoga instructor. "The other bonus is protection from dirty loaner mats in studios that don't clean their mats thoroughly or at all.”

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Legs and hips go everywhere in yoga. It’s important to keep everything in place. “Many men don't think of yoga as being a ‘need support’ kind of situation, but it definitely is for comfort physically as well as mentally,” English says. These Patagonia shorts do the job and have the added bonus of being made of recycled fibers.

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“During Savasana, or the final resting pose at the end of each practice, it is easier to relax if you feel warm,” English says. “Hoodies are great for relaxing into at the beginning of the practice as you warm up and also for supporting you to relax at the end of the practice.” This one, made from organic cotton and recycled polyester fibers, puts comfort first. There’s also a chest pocket just big enough for a device on those days you don’t want to bring a bag.

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Carrying a yoga mat proves to be no easy task. But if you’re more of a weekly class kind of a guy, you don’t need a specific bag to do the job well. All it takes is $8 and this sturdy contraption.

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If you can't touch your toes, a stretching strap might help you get a proper stretch with good form, increasing flexibility in the long run, but a strap you pick up in class might not fit the bill. This one is extra long and comes in two sizes (six feet and eight feet), making it ideal for longer bodies.

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