Should I wear a bra when doing yoga?

I often encounter sisters who are new to yoga asking a question: Do I need to wear a bra when practicing yoga? For this reason, I asked some yoga experts and yoga coaches, and the answers I got were consistent: Don't wear a bra when practicing yoga, and if you do wear one, you must wear a sports bra. Only in this way can the body move freely without restriction and achieve the best results of practicing yoga. Let’s take a look at the detailed introduction below.

When practicing yoga, you can take off your bra, or choose to wear sports bras, such as bra stickers or bra pads. Do not wear thick bras or bras with underwires when practicing. Because in yoga and Pilates, many movements are done on the ground. When we crawl prone or lie on our backs on the mat, the breasts are likely to be squeezed out from anywhere. In this way, the steel ring may get stuck in some glands of the breasts. There are also many squeezing and twisting movements, which will also compress any part of our chest. This is not good for the breasts in the long run.

Some women like to wear shorts when exercising, or even hot pants that are shorter than ordinary shorts. Although they can make your legs look longer, it is not recommended to wear them when practicing yoga. The right gear will make you feel confident when you bend over or kick your legs, rather than worrying about whether someone will see you showing off. Recommendation: Tailored trousers. Not only will you be able to stay naked no matter how you move, but the material on the legs will absorb sweat and provide traction when you're doing balancing moves.

Everyone tells you to wear cotton underwear, but even though this fiber breathes well and wicks sweat, it becomes heavy and difficult to dry when it gets wet during exercise (cotton clothes are also difficult to dry when hung out to dry, right). Tip: To avoid being soaking wet during a 60-minute class, choose a stylish pair of sweat-wicking underwear. Avoid light-colored trousers, as they are easily visible no matter how thick they are, and you don't want others to see your private parts when you are doing the poses in the picture. Tip: Choose leggings made of durable material in black, navy, chocolate or other dark colors, and spend a little more money on a pair from a well-known brand.

The above is the common sense I introduced to you about whether you need to wear a bra when practicing yoga. I believe everyone understands it. It is recommended that you do yoga regularly, which can not only help you lose weight but also ensure your health. At the same time, do not wear T-shirts, loose tank tops, or short tops when practicing yoga. Do not wear revealing, non-supportive, or light-colored tops.