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Gifts for Yoga lovers
- Yoga mats and rugs
- Props and accessories
- Health and wellness
- Clothing
- Technology and books
Gift shopping is complicated. Nevertheless, if you happen to’re looking for the perfect gift for the yoga lover in your life, we’ve got you covered. We reached out to our trusted contributors (from world wide) to see what items they might give to the yogis of their life, from the grippiest yoga mat to a soothing candle.
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The very best yoga mats and rugs to gift
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Prana Verde Yoga Mat
Ingrid Yang, MD, says the query she gets asked most frequently by her students is the best way to discover a yoga mat that doesn’t cause slippage. This durable, grippy mat is her answer. (She’s even gifted it to a number of of her friends!)
$69.27 at Amazon
$99 at Prana
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Manduka Eko Superlite Yoga Mat 1.5mm
For San Francisco-based yoga teacher Sarah Ezrin, this Manduka yoga mat is the proper gift for any yoga lover. “It suits in virtually any bag and is amazingly versatile,” she says. “Mine has traveled the world with me!”
$42.29 at Amazon
$39.20 at Manduka
42 Birds 100% Cork Yoga Mat
For individuals who enjoy a sweaty practice ( you, hot yoga lovers), consider a cork mat. Recent York City-based yoga teacher Sarah Herrington recommends this one from 42 Birds that’s sustainable, environmentally-friendly, lightweight, and grippy.
$76 at 42 Birds
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Oko Living Herbal Yoga Mat
Contributor Sierra Vandervort recommends gifting a yoga rug from Oko Living. Made with organic cotton, these hand-dyed rugs give any yogi a stable foundation for his or her practice.
Oko Living, $174
B Yoga The B Mat Traveller 2mm
Brittany Bryden, an Ottawa-based yoga teacher, says she takes this mat along with her when she’s traveling. It’s sticky and simple to fold up and tuck away, she says, making it the perfect gift for the yoga lover who’s at all times on the move.
$61 at B Yoga
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Leela Yoga Rugs Organic Mysore Yoga Rug
Every yogi needs a grounding surface. Los Angeles-based yoga teacher Pranidhi Varshney recommends this mat as the popular alternative to a microfiber towel. Layer it on top on a cushioned mat—or apply it to its own.
Leela Yoga Rugs, $117.76
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Suga Mat Recycled Wetsuit Yoga Mat
“A mat brand that basically stands out to me is Suga Mats,” says Jenny Clise, a San Francisco-based yoga teacher. “They use recycled wetsuits and repurpose them into a high quality mat for practicing on.”
Suga, $89
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Manduka GRP Adapt Yoga Mat
International yoga teacher Travis Eliot says that is his favorite all-purpose mat, making it the proper gift for somebody who’s going from restorative to Yin Yoga to power yoga.
$72 at Manduka
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The very best props and accessories to provide any yoga lover
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Cotopaxi Kapai 1.5 L Hip Pack Del Dia
Have a yogi whose hands are at all times full? Help them go hands-free with this pack. “This fanny pack is at all times packed for yoga, so I just grab it as I’m running out the door to class,” Yang says. “Every one is an original, one-of-a-kind, and produced from 100% repurposed materials.”
$30 at Cotopaxi
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Leus Yoga Eco Towel
“This involves every class with me, whether it’s hot or restorative,” Yang says. For the friend who at all times complains about their sweat, this towel will be their recent perfect companion.
$55 at Leus
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Skyway Rainer Rolltop Commuter Backpack
Yang recommends this backpack for anyone who identifies as a “commuter yogi.” When she rides her bike to class, she says this backpack suits her water bottle, mat, change of garments, snacks, even her laptop.
$89.99 at Skyway Luggage Company
Shanti Sundays Printed Yoga Bolster
Los Angeles-based yoga teacher Andrew McGonigle says he loves this brand’s printed bolsters. Made with organic buckwheat hull, this bolster shapes to your body, fusing functionality with aesthetic appeal.
$66.83 at Shanti Sundays
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Avocado Organic Yoga Meditation Pillow
Looking for someone who desires to deepen their meditation practice? Consider gifting them a product from Avocado’s meditation collection. Yang says these pillows are one of the best she’s used, providing the precise amount of support and cushion.
$79 at Avocado
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The health and wellness products our contributors love
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On a regular basis Oil Mainstay Mix
Gift your yoga lover something that can grow to be a part of their regular routine. Varshney says she uses this hydrating oil mix on her hands every night before bed. “It’s 30 seconds of spa time for a drained mom,” she says.
$16 at Amazon
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Manta Sleep Mask
Know a yogi who’s in desperate need of some shut-eye or a bit of help calming down? You could want to contemplate giving him this sleep mask. McGonigle says he loves to make use of this mask during restorative yoga.
$35 at Amazon
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The Fullest Warm Feelings Sachet Box
For the yoga lover in need of some comfort, give them the gift of a warm, relaxing beverage. “I’m loving The Fullest and their line of Saffron-infused products,” Ezrin says. “My favorite winter treat is their Warm Feelings Saffron Latte.”
$46 at The Fullest
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Good Time Hair + Body Bundle
Bring sustainability into the shower for the eco-conscious yoga lover in your life. Herrington recommends these shampoo and conditioner bars, which are available in plastic-free packaging.
$48 at Good Time
Apotheke Charcoal Candle
Bring some soothing sensations to someone’s life. “It’s my ritual to rise up within the morning and lightweight this candle before I journal,” Bryden says. “The packaging is gorgeous and it smells amazing.”
$42 at Amazon
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Banyan Botanicals Mahanarayan Oil
“Every yogi must have mahanarayan oil of their bathroom,” Varshney says. She recommends using it as your every day abhyanga oil for a brief oil massage prior to showering.
$32.99 at Amazon
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Athreya Chyavanprash
We’re all in need of a little bit of an immunity boost through the holiday season. Varshney recommends this chyavanprash for that purpose. “Athreya Ayurveda makes one of the best herbal formulations I’ve come across,” she says.
$32.99 at Athreya
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Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Cleansing Oil
“As someone who’s incredibly vata, [my skin] tends to run quite dry,” Ezrin says. “This oil can be really helpful through the winter season when all of us need as much moisture as possible.”
$34 at Amazon
Dr. Schulze’s Lung Tonic
Eliot recommends this tonic for the months when the temperatures begin to dip. Along with giving some relief to your immune system, he says it helps support his yoga and pranayama practice.
$25 at Dr. Schulze’s
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The very best yoga clothing to gift
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Bombas Fair Isle Calf Socks
“These socks are at all times a superb idea, but they’re especially [great] for the vacations with these fun patterns,” Ezrin says. She recommends them for cold mornings or while practicing restorative yoga.
$16 at Bombas
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Athleta Transcend 7/8 Tight
Yang says these pants are her go-to pair for any lively flow. “They only fit right, don’t roll down like many other pants do on me, and are the precise length.” she says. (They’re also one among our editor’s favorites!)
$99 at Athleta
Alo Sleek Back Bodysuit
In search of something that may take someone from the studio to dinner? Yang recommends this bodysuit for that exact purpose—no post-class changes crucial.
$47 at Alo
Vuori Trail Short
Eliot recommends gifting these shorts to the lively yogi in your life. “Whether I’m practicing yoga, or occurring a trail run, these are my favorites,” he says.
$38.93 at REI
$78 at Vuori
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Patagonia Women’s Wild Trails Sports Bra
That is the one sports bra Yang uses for yoga sculpt classes. “It provides the coverage and support I would like, dries quickly, wears perfectly with no edges that cut into my skin, and can be from Patagonia, which all of us love due to its commitment to the environment,” she says.
$39 at Backcountry
$69 at Patagonia
Vuori Halo Essential Hoodie
“Because the weather gets colder, I at all times start my classes off in long sleeves and this lightweight hoodie moves with my body like a soft second skin,” Yang says. “And it’s, in fact, perfect for Savasana (love the hood to cover my eyes!) and restorative yoga.”
$96 at REI
$48 at Vuori
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The very best tech accessories and books to provide any yoga lover
Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod
London-based yoga teacher Adam Husler says this device travels with him world wide. Along with helping him create social media content, it also holds his phone while he streams live classes.
$25.07 at Amazon
Mindful Mamas App
Need a gift for the yoga lover who’s a mother (or soon-to-be)? Consider gifting them a subscription, Ezrin, writer of The Yoga of Parenting, recommends. “This app has a wide selection of meditations and mindfulness exercises,” she says.
$9.99 for a monthly subscription
Chakra Rituals: Awakening the Wild Woman Inside
Who doesn’t wish to awaken their inner goddess? “Beautifully written, fun, and accessible, this book offers readers a tangible path to understanding essentially the most subtle body,” Ezrin says.
$20.49 on Amazon
Prism Oracle: Tap into Your Intuition with the Magic of Color Cards
Help a yoga lover tap into her soul. This intuitive card deck explores the ‘links between color and emotion,’” Herrington says. “I like pulling a card as one other technique to check in with my inner self.”
$17.96 on Amazon
Magic of I. 2023 Astrological Planner
Looking for a yoga lover who likes to attach with the cosmos? Consider giving them the gift of this astrological planner, beneficial by Vandervort.
$49 at Magic of I.
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We Were Made for These Times: Ten Lessons for Moving Through Change, Loss, and Disruption
We’re all in need of a little bit of inspiration—and hope. Bryden recommends this book for somebody in need of each. “It is a book that found me once I needed it essentially the most,” she says. “It’s a fast read and filled with wisdom.”
$9.95 at Amazon
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