What to Wear to Bikram Yoga
So, you’re ready to turn up the heat and try Bikram Yoga. But what should you wear? To help you prepare, we put together a list of what to wear to Bikram yoga, so you can sweat it out in style!
What Is Bikram Yoga?
Bikram Yoga is a therapeutic variation of hatha yoga that moves through a specific 26-posture sequence. It is a popular form of practice that originated in 1970’s California from an Indian American yogi named Bikram Choudhury. Bikram yogis move through the distinct poses in a room heated to 96-107 degrees Fahrenheit and a humidity level of 40%. This extreme environment offers a powerful opportunity for intense release and purification.
The Bikram Environment
The Bikram environment is perfect for detoxification, opening and the eviction of tension and stress. The yogi sweats profusely, allowing for a purging of the pores and glands and the creation of supple muscles and tissues that are easier to stretch and tone. This newfound mobility often helps heal stiffness and chronic pain from joint conditions and minor injuries. Above all else, it rinses out the mind, body and soul.
The intense atmosphere created by Bikram commands a mindful, focused presence and practical, dynamic attire. Yogis should come to the mat well-nourished, with plenty of water, and in breathable, comfortable clothes.
What To Wear To Bikram Yoga
When it comes to what to wear to Bikram yoga, light and breathable pieces are essential—but that doesn’t mean you can’t be stylish, too! Here’s your wardrobe for Bikram, along with some top picks from the Inspired By Stephanie Rose Collection!
Breathable Crop Tops
In a room that’s heated to upwards of 107 degrees, a little bit of breathing room is key. Crop tops are a fan favorite in hot yoga classes, especially when paired with a funky, matching set of leggings. Our Eco Elephant Crop Tops are made from 88% recycled plastic bottles and 12% spandex, so you can look good and feel good as you sweat your worries away.
Lightweight Leggings
Don’t worry, we have the leggings to match that crop top! You can be functional and fashionable in our Elephant Yoga Leggings. They won’t ride up, even in some of the more challenging Bikram postures. And they’ll keep you hugged in and dry throughout your practice.
Comfy Unisex Tops
Bikram is for everybody. Staying comfortable and cool keeps it that way. Our line of Unisex Tops features powerful ancient icons like Zeus, Shiva, Poseidon and Buddha, so you can practice Bikram yoga with a spark of divinity and daringness!
Trendy, Inspiring Tanks & Crops
It’s always fun to make a fellow yogi smile through the sweat. Our uplifting line of Trendy Yoga Tanks features silly sayings and well-known words of wisdom. Don’t be surprised if you become the source of someone’s Drishti during Tree Pose. Odds are, they’re nodding in agreement!
Don’t Forget The Mat Spray!
After a cathartic and uplifting Bikram practice, the sweat should be all that remains! Wipe it away with our Lavender and Tea Tree Yoga Mat Spray. It’ll leave your mat squeaky clean and fragrant with its soothing scent and sanitizing powers.
Sweat In Style
Whatever your preferred Bikram fashion is, the Inspired by Stephanie Rose collection has something you can express yourself in. Shop our entire collection of inspirational and uplifting yoga clothing to breathe (and sweat) new life into your Bikram practice!
