Costumes & Seats

Wear loose-fitting clean clothes that permit free movement oair.

Use minimum clothes.

Males can wear only a briewhile the females can don a costume akin to a swim wear.

Ensure that you do not feel uncomfortable in the clothes.

Avoid extra constrictions around the wrists, waists, abdomen, ankles, chests and necks.

Choose the clothes according to the climate and season.

Clothes restricting limb movements should not be worn.

Don't wear clothes made oartificial fibres.

Preferably wear cotton clothes. They are oporous weave, light, and airy.

When the weather is comfortable, expose the body to the maximum limit possible.

If the weather is cold, wear loose-fitting slacks, vest or cotton shirt.

The body above the waist must be exposed to the free air. Women can put on a breast covering.

Your muscles and limbs must be able to move freely.

The yogic asanas must be done barefoot. So don't wear shoes or socks.

To avoid discomfort and possible damage, remove spectacles, ornaments, watch, belt, or tie.

Ensure that your pockets are empty.

SEAT SELECTION

Yogic accessories are simple

You need just a rug, or a mat or a blanket. But do cover it with a cotton cloth.

You can also use a cotton cloth. Fold it two or four times.

Ithe seat is made owool, ensure that it is clean and exposed to sunlight before and after use. There should not be any dust.

The seat must be comfortable and not slippery.

Remember the seat must provide you with support while doing the balancing exercises.

The rug must accommodate your entire body.

Never share your seat with anybody.

A bed or a sofa are not at all ideal seats. You won't be able to balance yourselas your body sinks in those places.

Don't do asanas on bare floor, sand or grass. You may catch cold.