Summertime heat means practicing yoga in an extremely hot and humid room can make breathing unbearable – especially when the guy next to you forgot his deodorant. Who can focus on their drishti when sweat is pooling in their eyes? If you’re not used to practicing in super high temps, you’ll need to take some precautions to get through the 60- to 90-minute class without passing out. First, make sure to drink water throughout the day to prevent dehydration and bring an insulated water bottle with ice water with you to class. Sip your chilled water every 15 minutes or so to cool yourself down and prevent overheating. Make your yoga outfit work for you and wear clothes made of lightweight, breathable material designed to wick moisture away from your skin. You’d think sporting less clothes, like spandex shorts and a sports bra, would be the perfect outfit for a sweaty practice, but you actually want material

to cover your body. Slip on your regular tank top, but wear leggings on the bottom that cover your calves. Loose shorts or pants tend to trap heat, so make sure they’re skintight. Pants or capris won’t make you feel that much hotter than shorts, and they’ll help absorb your perspiration, keeping puddles of sweat off your mat. Speaking of your mat, some types become dangerously slick when wet. When it’s really hot and humid, sweat may pour off your body like a leaky faucet, so invest in a rug or towel designed to go on top of your mat. It’ll absorb dripping perspiration and offer a stable surface you can grip without slipping. Don’t forget to bring along a hand towel to wipe sweat off your face and arms. For more tips on enduring your hot and sweaty Summer yoga class, keep reading.

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Tips For Surviving Sweaty Summer Yoga Classes