The ancient practice of yoga has many benefits for both the body and the mind and if someone you know either currently participates in yoga or plans to join its ever expanding ranks, then a yoga gift basket is a useful present that will delight your friend or loved one.  There is a large array of choices to consider when deciding on the contents, and it is very important to keep the specific needs and wishes of the recipient foremost in the process.  Are they just beginning and in need of more basic items?  Are they happy with their progress but have worn out some clothing or are ready to move on to a different routine?  Perhaps they already possess a fairly complete set of accessories but you have heard them mention something that would be a perfect complement to a piece of equipment, or they have run low on a consumable product.  The following are a few suggestions for items to put in yoga gift basket.

One possibility is an outfit or piece of clothing.  Again, it is vital to think about individual preference, as some people prefer a one-piece outfit while others are more comfortable with top and bottom.  Range of motion is most important of course, with the variety of positions required by the discipline.  Form fitting but stretchy clothes are available as well as looser articles that are snug enough at the waist to avoid exposing too much flesh in the more extreme positions.  Maybe an over shirt is the way to go if the environment where the yoga happens is on the cool side.

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If the recipient needs to transport their mat to a class then a mat bag or sling is useful.  The bag provides protection from wear and weather and may have pockets for other items like a water bottle and street clothes, or breathable storage for sweaty clothing after the class.  A sling is a simple way to carry the mat and some of them can also be used as a yoga strap.

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For practice at home, a DVD is invaluable and can be found for levels from beginner to advanced and for specific needs such as weight loss, flexibility, postnatal and spirituality.  Videos are even available that target certain areas of the body.

A thoughtfully assembled yoga gift basket will bring a smile to the face of somebody you know and increase his or her enjoyment of the art.

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