Recommendations Of Various Yoga Totes

By Janelle Burnett


Going to the yoga studio and keeping the body healthy is extremely important, but to add to that experience why not have a comfortable way of carrying all the supplies that go with it. Having to carry a mat on top of all the clothes, shoes, water bottles, i-pods, and music along with the chance of something getting stolen or lost can sometimes feel like too much. But here are a few varieties of yoga totes to make the journey a bit smoother.

Going straight from the studio to work can be a hassle when clothes get all crunched or rolled together and after a great work out these need to look presentable. There is a very innovative bag that essentially is a garment bag that has straps that allow the yoga mat to be cradled under the arm while keeping the clothes nice and neat. Pockets are also on the outside of the bag, which is convenient for all those small things that tend to get lost.

For all those yogis out there who like to stay trendy while carrying a yoga mat, do not worry, there are totes out there that will make others envious. There is a great bag out there that is versatile and is extremely unique. It can take the form of a tote or a messenger bag and has loads of different compartments spread throughout the bag.

The more athletic and sportier looking ways to carry the mat would be with this type of tote. On those rainy days or hot yoga days, this is a great way to keep everything dry and separated with its nylon material that is waterproof. It looks like a larger shoulder bag, but it has space on top to rest the mat. It is a bit pricier depending on the size and style that is chosen.

While some place a lot of value on how trendy the tote is, others may believe the simpler, the better. If it is a matter of simply getting to and from the gym with as light of a load as possible, going with a simple yoga mat strap may be the answer. There are a few pieces of Velcro that go around the mat on each end and it has a strap that can be swung over the shoulder. For a little more protection on those rainy days, it is also possible to get nylon zippered bags which do not cost too much more but keep everything light weight. There is no hassle and no fuss and is relatively cheap.

In order stand out from the rest of the yogis, another option is to get a bag that has embroidery on it. This will cost more, but there is no chance of losing it in the crowd of all the other bags. It might also be a great conversation starter.

The final option is for the more environmentally conscientious. These totes are made out of plastic bottles that are recycled and water resistant. They have two should straps making it a great way to carry the mat while riding on a bike in town.

Finding these different styles and shapes of bags is easy enough to do just by searching online or going to stores for discounts. There are many different options out there, so talk to others in the class, see what the pros and cons are of their bags, and go from there. Also make sure that the Yoga Totes are the right size for the mat. They vary a lot, so double check.




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