Five Awesome Yoga Gifts for Men
The wonderful benefits that Yoga offers in flexibility, healthy emotional expression and self control are available for both men and women to reap and enjoy. And many products in our multi-faceted marketplace are made specifically for male yogis in mind. For partners, friends, family or colleagues, here are five awesome yoga gifts for men!
1. Indian Zafu Meditation Cushion
Price: USD$ 110.00 | CAD$ 149.99
This exclusive, one-of-a-kind Zafu meditation cushion is designed to support the body during the practice of yoga and meditation. The cushions are filled with organic, earth-friendly buckwheat hulls and provide a firm foundation for good posture and proper alignment. Green is the color of life, balance and growth, but the soft green silk fabric also reflects hues of orange and yellow depending on the light!
Why We Love It: The cushion features a zippered muslin case to hold the hulls and the removable 100% silk cover comes with an inner lining, a carrying handle and a hidden zipper. And what’s more, each cushion cover is handmade, so every cover pattern is unique.
2. Bhagavad Gita Wall Art
Price: Starts from USD$ 43.75 | CAD$ 59.65
This is a beautiful verse from the Bhagavad Gita, in which Lord Krishna compares the mind to a lamp’s flame: “Just as a lamp in a windless place does not flicker, so the disciplined mind of a yogi remains steady in meditation on the Self.” The product comes in 2 posters: (1) the quote and (2) a remarkable abstract artwork of Lord Krishna. What a magnificent piece of yogic wall art to keep in the home, studio or yoga / meditation space!
Why We Love It: Clean, classic and eye-catching, with a minimalist feel, this 2-piece set adds a serene and calming energy to any space. The option to choose different sizes to fit your frames is also an attractive feature.
3. Sun Salutation Mug
Price: Starts from USD$ 15.80 | CAD$ 21.50
This unique mug depicts a South Indian Bharatanatyam dancer showing the flow of the Sun Salutation, or ‘Surya Namaskar.’ The sequence of poses wraps nicely around the smooth white ceramic surface. Choose from two sizes: 11oz or 15oz. What lovely yoga vibes to start the day with!
Why We Love It: Apart from the charming design to enjoy tea or coffee in, the mug also serves as a handy reference during practice!
4. Ganesha Om T-Shirt
Price: Starts from USD$ 20.90 | CAD$ 28.50
What guy wouldn’t like an athletic and comfortable tee that he can wear all the time? Displaying an attractive illustration that incorporates Ganesha and the Om symbol together, this T-shirt subtly calls for balance, peace and the power of the Remover of Obstacles. It fits a range of body types and is made of a combination of polyester and ring-spun cotton. Very comfortable indeed!
Why We Love It: Sizes range from small to XXL. And you can choose from a variety of colors such as black, white, athletic heather, dark heather, navy blue, red, maroon and military green!
5. Set of 5 Sanskrit Mantra Posters
Price: Starts from USD$ 135.70 | CAD$ 185.00
This bundle of 5 Sanskrit mantra prints include the following mantras: the Guru Mantra, the Gayatri Mantra, the Asato Ma Satgamaya Mantra, the Om Sahana Vavatu mantra and the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra. With its rustic, vintage background, it makes a valuable and attractive addition to any yoga studio or practice space at home.
Why We Love It: Each poster is expertly printed on smooth, premium matte 0.19mm glare-free paper. Moreover, you can choose from a range of sizes to fit your desired frames!
I first tried yoga when working my way through the P90X videos. It helped me tremendously. It strengthened my legs and core to levels that I had not previously attained.
I especially like the idea of the extra log mat for men. One of my biggest problems is that my hands and feet would always be off the mat when I went into downward dog and with this mat I don’t think I would have that issue.
Nope, it won’t be an issue at all! Hope you enjoy the mat!
I always assumed that yoga was something middle aged women did. But nowadays that stereotype has been destroyed by professional athletes sharing stories online of their yoga allowing them to carry on their careers into their late 30’s / early 40’s.
I have never tried it myself but always wondered if I should. I injured my back a year ago in a car crash and some certain exercises I perform cause me pain. Do you think yoga would help this or still cause pain?
I absolutely know that yoga would be able to help you with your pain after the accident, Craig. I suggest you start classes with a certified instructor and with consistent practice, you’ll see the results!
I have long thought about yoga.
I would like, to be honest. My ex-wife had yoga classes for about a year. I purchased she one of the best yoga mat from the USA. She spent a lot of money but after a year or so she quit.
Actually, I not clear why? Maybe just laziness as many of us is tend to be? Anyway, I am close to the action to attend for yoga classes.
If Yoga already has thousands of years of proven value then the results should be.
The main thing is to believe in yourself.
I couldn’t agree more: regular practice and belief in yourself!
Its great to know that yoga is not mainly for women.
As a man doing office work for long hours , drive for long hours in my car some times .
I feel pains in my nick from sitting for long hours in front of the computer , and I feel pain in my back when driving .
I feel I should do somethin about that to not to go into chronic ailment .
I would to ask if the book “Real Men Do Yoga” can help me ?
The book provides practical tips and techniques to incorporate yoga into other workouts such as sports, bodybuilding or weightlifting. Therefore, it absolutely can help you. Let me know how it goes, Sam!
Wow, this is very interesting, I never know all this thing about yoga. Thank you for all this great information. My cousin loves yoga, I will send her your website and I’ll keep you for my future reference. Your website is nice, keep up your good work!
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Thanks Sophie!
Love it, men do yoga but it is not in the forefront of the ads and media. Great post on sharing it is for everyone, Men, Women, Children and the elderly.
So true, Helen. Thanks for reading!
I’ve been trying to get my boyfriend to do yoga, some of these gift ideas will certainly help! Thanks!
Great! Let me know what he thinks of the gift!
Hello Andrea,
You post is great and it has given me a clearer picture on what equipment’s are the best to buy for doing yoga. I would like to stick around your website to read the other posts that you have written. Thank You so much.
You’re welcome Thevin!
Hi Andrea, Greetings from India
I was looking to gift my friend who is really fond of yoga and makes sure that he does it every day and attends classes as well. It is amazing to see that there are plenty of gift options available and I could easily choose one for my friend. Thanks for the recommendations.
Glad I could be of help!