Benefits of Sweating
Sweating is natural. It is the process of the body to cool off, and sweating in yoga is a good sign that your body is adapting to the environment. One of the reasons why your body is sweating is that your body is releasing toxins that are stored in your body.
It is not possible to prevent sweating in yoga unless you are doing it for meditation.
Sweating is good, but on the other hand, we can’t brush aside the worries at the back of your mind like:
How do I smell? How do I look? What will others think of me?
Those are some of the questions that pop in your head if you’re sweating during a yoga session.
Well, at least you are not the only one who sweats profusely, and at the same time release a smelly odor.
So, have you come here to know how to deal with sweating during yoga? Then let’s get to it.
Don’t think of it
Remember, some so many people sweat during yoga; you will be not the first and last to sweat while doing it. If it always gets in your mind, then you will sweat more just by thinking about it and you will simply keep on sweating.
Wear the right clothes
When you are doing yoga, it’ is best to wear light, loose and comfortable clothes that are suited for you. Don’t use cotton, or sports gear, also avoid jeans, denim, and wool. In short, wear relaxed and breathable clothes to help minimize your sweating in yoga.
Always have your towel
Of course, if you’re going to soak yourself in your sweat, you will need your towel to dry off. Don’t assume that the studio you are going to work at will provide a towel for you. Bring your towel, just in case.
Wear socks and gloves especially for yoga
When you are sweating, the sweat will stay in your mat. It becomes more slippery as time goes by. Sweating in yoga makes it difficult for you to grip your mat. For you not to slip, wear comfortable gloves and socks specifically made for yoga sessions.
Use non-slip mats
As mentioned before, sweating in yoga makes the mat difficult for you to grip. Choose suitable socks and gloves to prevent slippage. You will be picking your yoga mat. It is best to keep in mind that there are many mats available, so choose a high-quality, non-slip mat if you need so.
Flip your mat
Even though you have socks and gloves for yoga, and if you bought anti-slip mats but you still slip, it’s time for you to flip your mat. You slip because your sweat stagnantly stays in your mat. Use the underside of the mat to continue your yoga session.
Use fans for indoor yoga
We all know why fans were made. So why don’t we use the fan for the very reason why it was made? When doing yoga indoors, if not hot yoga, you can use fans to ventilate the room. This extra airflow will help make the odor disappear. You can do this if you are doing yoga in your house.
Don’t borrow equipment
I think you don’t want to borrow things that are soaked in sweat by other people, especially from someone who has poor hygiene. Utilizing your mats is more convenient for you. It’s all about personal hygiene.
Clean after yourself
As we were told by owners and trainers, we must observe CLAYGO, or Clean as You Go. You don’t want to leave your salty and smelly body fluids on the floor after doing your session, right?
Pick up a towel and wipe all that sweat.
Avoid hot drinks
You are sweating so much before you even started doing yoga; that’s because you drink hot drinks before your body warms up. Of course, your body will cool itself by sweating.
Conclusion
Sweating might be awkward for you, but in a yoga session, it is natural to sweat. It’s just because your body gets rid of the toxins and is compensating your body heat.
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