Laura is a yoga teacher who completed 200 hours of training.
Taking care of your body and mind with yoga feels good. But you know what feels even better? Knowing your yoga lifestyle doesn't trash the planet.
In light of climate change, your shopping choices now are as important as ever.
Luckily, more and more yoga brands are starting to take sustainability seriously and focusing on green practices. So shopping for stylish and functional yoga gear that is also producing less waste is becoming easier each season.
Keep reading for the best eco-friendly and ethical yoga products that are made with love for the environment and you.
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Four Essential Tips To Become A More Responsible Shopper
Choose sustainable fabrics and materials. Producing every piece of yoga gear has a carbon footprint. The question is, how big?
Next time you're looking for a new yoga top or a pair of yoga blocks, consider eco-friendly natural fibers (organic cotton, linen, hemp) and sustainable materials (natural tree rubber, cork, wood). Or the very least – pick a pair of yoga pants or a yoga mat made from recycled materials.
Research companies' practices. Picking an environmentally-friendly fabric and material is just a part of being a conscious consumer. Invest time in studying the company's green and ethical practices.
Choose fair-trade certified brands that are using international standards (such as bluesign®) to control their manufacturing process over the brands who prefer to hide this information.
Reuse & recycle. Don't just toss away your old yoga gear – get creative with it. You'll be surprised how many things you can do with your old plastic yoga mat, for example. Here are some ideas.
Less is more. When you're tempted to invest in a new piece of yoga equipment or apparel, think twice whether you really need it.
Sometimes one pair of high-quality and ethically-made leggings is better and more functional than ten cheap knock-offs of a famous brand.
ETHICAL FASHION:Exercise or lounge around in absolute comfort with this straight leg yoga pant made from our EcoFabric blend of 60% Viscose derived from Bamboo / 25% Organic Cotton / 5% Spandex. It is soft, breathable and super cozy!
MOISTURE WICKING PROPERTIES: Our EcoFabric keeps you cool and comfortable year round. Our fabric blend has wicking properties that draw perspiration off your skin and out to the exterior of the fabric. Perfect for workouts!
HIGH-QUALITY DESIGN: The Everyday Yoga Pant. Our yoga pant is mid-rise and fitted at the hip and thigh with a classic straight leg opening. It has a wider waistband and is tag less for ultimate comfort.
Comfortable, classy, and eco-friendly? That's right. These straight-leg yoga pants check all the boxes.
Made of bamboo and organic cotton, they are incredibly soft and super-flattering. Plus, they come in an impressive range of different lengths.
FOR ALL PRACTICES – Whatever your athletic activity at the gym, this men’s workout muscle tank is the shirt you need. Its slimming tapered hem means it won’t fall during inversions.
SWEAT-WICKING FABRIC – The stretchy, durable, silk-like polyester/elastane jersey fabric is sweat wicking and wrinkle resistant, and especially designed to be just long enough not to ride up during practice.
VEGAN – Created without the use of animal-based materials, additives or adhesives. The quick-drying polyester means a lower carbon footprint for the entire life of the garment.
Men's activewear brands are a dime a dozen, but OHMEE is the name you can trust.
Made specifically for men who do yoga, yoga apparel by OHMEE is created using only recycled fabrics and sustainable production. The result? Eco-friendly yoga clothing you won't want to take off.
UNRESTRICTED MOVEMENT – These easy-care pants with tapered cuffs are comfortable, practical, stylish, and – most importantly – won’t restrict your movement.
SWEAT-WICKING FABRIC – The stretchy, durable, silk-like polyester and elastane blend jersey fabric is sweat-wicking and wrinkle-resistant. It dries quickly to help you avoid sweat patches while you’re at the gym or in the studio.
STRENGTHENED GUSSET – Unlike sweatpants, tights, and leggings, the reinforced gussets are designed to let you enjoy advanced yoga practice without the fabric pinching, ripping or tearing.
Not a fan of men's leggings, yet feel too weird wearing Aladdin pants on the way to a yoga studio? These Dharma Yoga Pants might be your best bet.
With a perfect balance between tight and relaxed, these eco-friendly yoga pants are incredibly stretchy and perform just as good as they look.
If there's a hippie living inside of you, prepare to fall in love. This pair of beauties are not only super chick but also ethically made from natural fibers.
Finally, eco-friendly yoga pants for men that come in colors. (Are you also getting sick of grey and black yoga pants all around?)
Made in California from sustainable birch tree wood, these environmentally-friendly yoga pants from 4-rth will make you toss away your jeans. Yes, that's how comfy they are!
Wear them for yoga, gym, or just for lounging around the house.
LOOK, FEEL YOUNGER AND HEALTHIER FOR LONGER: Imagine a healing tool that could naturally and effectively let you calm an overactive stress system, manage pain, and simply surrender from life's worries! Ajnamat is a Doctor recommended acupressure mat for back pain that melts away tension in a completely natural and drug free manner. Over 5000 ergonomically engineered spikes activate your body’s innate healing response and unblock stagnant energy pathways, ultimately leaving you feeling fantastic
REDUCE STRESS, A MOMENT OF CALM IN A HECTIC WORLD: Many of us sleep poorly due to racing thoughts and an overactive mind! Simply lie on your acupressure spike mat for a relaxing, therapeutic massage that will stimulate the release of endorphins, and lull you to sleep. Ajnamat utilizes your own body weight to increase blood flow and dig deep into the belly of your muscles. Prioritize your health and receive that professional massage feeling at home.
ALLEVIATE LOWER BACK PAIN RELIEF AND MUSCLE TENSION: Ajnamat unlocks you body’s natural potential to heal and thrive by reducing stress and controlling anxiety in a matter of minutes. Incorporate into your day as you work, meditate, or practice yoga. The back pressure spike mat also helps with a host of physical problems and aids in neck relief, upper and lower back pain, tension headaches, sciatica, and fibromyalgia. What’s more you’ll wake up feeling refreshed and energized.
Looking for a unique, eco-friendly, and non-toxic yoga gift for yourself or your loved ones? This Ajna acupressure mat might be just it.
This stellar yoga accessory helps the body relax and regenerate, improves sleep, and relieves everyday aches and pains.
Plus, it comes with a good cause – from every purchase, the company plants one tree.
FAIR TRADE CERTIFIED Factory - Fair Trade Certified is, hands down, the best way to ensure a product is ethically and responsibly sourced. Fair Trade Certified ensures manufacturers go above and beyond in providing fair wages, safe working conditions, and creating environmentally friendly products. It also means a portion of the purchase price goes back to directly support the workers who made this product -- empowering them to better their communities.
100% G.O.T.S. CERTIFIED ORGANIC COTTON - the worldwide leading textile processing standard for organic fibres, including ecological and social criteria, backed up by independent certification
FITS ALL MATS UP TO 26" Wide - Designed to carry every brand of exercise mat. Added room to fit a yoga towel or other yoga props as well.
You can't go wrong with this roomy eco yoga bag.
It fits yoga mats of any size (sometimes even two!), has three external pockets for your valuables, and is incredibly cute.
HELP END SLAVERY WORLDWIDE - Kindfolk donates $1 for every unit sold to help end slavery and sex trafficking worldwide. Kindfolk is partnered with A21, a nonprofit who aims to reach, rescue and restore victims of slavery and to prevent this tragedy for future generations. When you shop with Kindfolk, you help to change the world.
PLENTY OF STORAGE - This bag is 18” tall and 14” wide. There is one main storage compartment with a laptop sleeve and additional interior pockets for your other various accessories.
VEGAN & ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY - Kindfolk’s bags use man-made leather, meaning it is animal-friendly and super stylish
Need a bit more room in your yoga bag for a laptop and daily essentials? Check out this environmentally-friendly yoga backpack from Kindfolk.
With its bold and fun design, this yoga backpack has good chances to become your all-time favorite yoga accessory.
NON-SLIPPERY and NON-STICKY - Our alcohol-free yoga mat spray is effective, yet gentle without leaving any sticky or slippery residue behind. It doesn’t contain any soaps, fatty oils or harsh scents. Our all natural ingredients are safe to use on all skin types and contain just enough Tea Tree oil to clean and control odor without overpowering the lavender fragrance. It will not break down or erode any kind of mat, from rubber to cork, and is safe to use on gym equipment too.
GLASS VS. PLASTIC - Our spray comes in a sturdy GLASS BOTTLE. Why glass? Because plastic sucks and our reliance on it is trashing the planet. An estimated 91% of plastic is not recycled and winds up in landfills or finds its way into our waterways, clogging the stomaches of marine life and smothering the ocean. As a small company and as yogis our impact on the world through our products and our practice also impacts the earth, whose health and survival is inextricably intertwined with our own.
100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! Breakage concerns? No sweat! Our bottles have passed a 5 foot drop test. However if your bottle breaks during delivery, we will rush you a new one, on us. Our goal is to bring you the highest quality product at an affordable price combined with top notch customer service. We are confident you will love our product. However, in the unlikely event that you are not completely satisfied with your purchase simply return it for a no hassle refund.
A yoga mat cleaner that is safe to use on the skin just as it is on a yoga mat? I'll take two!
This fantastic yoga mat cleaner is made using only natural ingredients and smells "completely amazing," according to testers. It works for any type of mats without breaking down the material or causing slipping.
Besides, it's one of the few mat cleaners that are sold in a beautiful reusable glass bottle rather than plastic one (which also makes it an excellent yoga gift for yoga teachers).
Take your meditation to an entirely new level (of consciousness and relaxation) with this eco-friendly Zafu Meditation Cushion from Carolina Morning Designs.
Made of 100% organic materials, this sitting cushion contours to your body while offering firm support for your lower back.
By the way, this might be the only meditation cushion you need in your life. Some users say their Zafu still goes strong after 18 years after the purchase.
Our Patented BRIK is the only yoga block that features FOUR different heights!
VERSATILE - Its unique angles, octagon shape allow you to use it flat or diagonally for It opens up amazing new possibilities like using against a wall!
COMFORTABLE - The ergonomic design and rounded edges of the cork material are ideal for gripping. No slipping!
BRIK is not your ordinary yoga block.
Made of eco-friendly and anti-microbial cork, it's also the only yoga block that features four different heights for the maximum versatility (and fun) in your yoga practice.
GREAT GRIP: Jade Yoga mats provide a superior level of traction. We use natural rubber which has a much stronger grip and more cushion than any of the synthetic rubbers on the market (PVC, PER, TPE, EVA).
PERFECT FOR ANY ACTIVITY & OCCASION: Our most popular mat! The Jade Harmony Mat is 3/16” thick, providing great traction, cushion, and stability for standing poses. It's the perfect mat for every occasion, for any activity, and for any level!
SUSTAINABLE: We are committed to giving back to the Earth with every product sold. Since 2006, through our partnership with Trees for the Future, we have planted over one million trees.
The users call Jade Harmony mats "the best yoga mats for grip."
And they're right. Its grip is hard to beat. Just like the company's sustainability policy. All the yoga mats are made locally in the US using eco-friendly natural rubber material.
REDUCE INJURIES: Lightweight, insanely absorbent, non slip grip. Improve your balance instantly!
DISCOUNT YOGA SET OFFER: Buy two or more YDL products and get 10% or more off your order. Promotion codes are listed below!
ECO FRIENDLY: 100% microfiber made from recycled plastic bottles! Colorful, non fade, patterned designs are printed with water-based inks and will make you excited to roll out your towel
If winter blues is catching up with you, this bright and sunny yoga towels from YOGA DESIGN LAB will lift your spirits toot sweet.
Made from recycled plastic bottles and dyed with water-based inks, this sustainable yoga towel will protect you (from slipping) and your mat (from stinking) for years to come.
Forget about unpleasant sensations from resting your head or back on a firm yoga block.
This environmentally-friendly alternative from Carolina Morning Designs is sewn from natural fibers and stuffed with locally grown roasted buckwheat hulls, meaning lying on it won't cause any pain.
Great for meditators and yogis of all skill levels and styles, ideal for Iyengar Yoga and Pranayama
Yoga pranayama bolster cushion with modern design and removable outer cover for easy washing
A GOTS Certified organic cotton inner liner holds the buckwheat pillow fill, making it easy to remove and replace to customize the firmness and height for a fresh resting place
Beautiful and environmentally-friendly, this Pranayama Yoga Pillow from Brentwood Home can be a functional addition to your meditation and yoga practice or a great yoga gift for your eco-conscious friend.
GRIPPER ‘RIDGES’: yogi sided grip for hands & feet – to prevent slipping - ‘ridgeback’
HIGHLY ABSORBENT: 100% cotton hand woven in natural fibers base – sweat wicking, disbursement & additional grounding.
WILL NOT MOVE: borders keep the edges/corners grounded as the underside gripper tape border sticks & stabilizes the rug to your mat to prevent bunching, folds and other annoying distractions
The minds behind ridgeback Yoga Rug promise you won't go back to your usual microfiber towel after trying out their revolutionary yoga prop.
This eco-friendly yoga towel features gripper cords that keep your feet and hands in place, even in a steaming-hot and sweaty yoga class.
Bonus: the towel won't stink even after multiple uses, meaning you save water, money, energy, and time.
More stability, more versatility, and more fun – that's what you can expect from using this set of yoga blocks by Bhoga.
They are ergonomically designed to conform to your body curves, so you'd backbend like a pro. Plus, the natural feel of wood gives a calming and grounding feeling.
This 100% organic yoga blanket is soft, yet supportive for just any yoga class.
Carefully crafted in the mountains of Western North Carolina, this cozy yoga prop will also keep the cold at bay when you're trying to relax or meditate on a chilly evening.
Made of 100% recycled fibers, this 82'' x 60'' blanket is moldable and foldable to support your body in restorative and dynamic yoga poses for the ultimate warmth, comfort, and versatility.
Dense weave is stretch-resistant, super plush, yet resists “pilling”, even after washing.
Overlocked edge stitching to prevent fraying.
Looking for an eco-yoga blanket that is slightly on a thicker side? This one from Manduka is made of 100 % recycled wool and is tightly woven for the ultimate support.
PORTABLE – This premium, long and extra-wide foldable yoga mat was designed with tall people in mind. The roomy 6-foot-long surface folds up easily and snaps to the size of a newspaper using attached straps, to take your yoga practice anywhere on-the-go. The most portable travel yoga mats on the planet, fit one in your regular in a purse or backpack.
EASY CLEAN - The top-to-top fold keeps your travel mat clean and protects your body from dust and mold. Use the attached straps to just rinse or wash it off in the shower, and air- dry it overnight.
PLANT-BASED VEGAN MATERIAL – Our choices in life make an impact on the planet, so vote with your toes for this eco-friendly yoga mat made with sustainably-harvested tree rubber! The durable material will last for years of asanas and not harm the planet at its end-of-life. Contains no: PVC, EPA, PER, PU, or TPE.
YOGO makes it easy to take your yoga anywhere you go, and they're easy on the environment, too.
Made from sustainably-harvested tree rubber, these travel yoga mats are lightweight, easily foldable, and can fit into your carry-on.
Bonus: With every purchase, YOGO plants a foo-producing tree for families in Africa.
![𝗜𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲, 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄.
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Remember those mystical Yamas and Niyamas everyone is talking about? They might be exactly what we, non-Black yogis, need to start practicing to break the vicious cycle of racism & stand in solidarity with Black communities.
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Here are some examples:
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👉 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗵𝗶𝗺𝘀𝗮 [compassion] - take action to stand up to injustice. Donate, amplify Black voices, have discussions with your friends & family about racism, support Black-owned businesses, join the protest…
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👉 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘆𝗮 [truthfulness] – open your heart to the truth. Make space for different opinions and know that your truth is not the only one. Do your research on systemic racism, listen, read.
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👉 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘃𝗮𝗱𝗵𝘆𝗮𝘆𝗮 [self-study] – take time to contemplate and reflect on your mind & what you feel when reading about such terms as white fragility or white privilege. How do you react when someone expresses points of view that are different from yours? Do you feel defensive, angry, uneasy? What do you think is the reason? Be honest with yourself. If you’ve never practiced journaling before, this is the perfect chance to start.
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👉 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘁𝗲𝘆𝗮 [non-stealing] - learn to unlearn the destructive white behaviors that we’re born into. The benefits we get due to our white privilege come at the cost of someone else.
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👉 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘀 [self-discipline] – commit to doing the work. Spoilers: It gets dirty and uncomfortable real fast. Have the courage to step into conflict with yourself and your closed ones. Conflict is where growth happens.
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We often hear people telling powerful stories like "Yoga has made me physically stronger" or "Yoga has made me love myself."
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Let's also use yoga to fill our hearts with love and compassion toward others. Let's use that love and compassion to grow stronger mentally so we could take a stand against social injustice and our prejudices.](https://yogakali.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)
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Really impressive article & product selection. I put the infinity blocks on my wish list!
Thanks a lot for the feedback. Glad you found some props to your liking 😉