Why consider doing yoga in your garage

Nothing can harsh your buzz more than starting to practice yoga when someone comes barging in and takes you out of your relaxed state. That’s why we believe using the garage is an elegant option that isn’t considered nearly enough. You’ll need to do some minor modifications to make the space work, but each alteration is simple to do.

Space with relaxation and calm in mind

Yoga is a form of exercise that involves developing flexibility while being in a relaxed state. Deep, soothing breathing is also part of the appeal. Each of these things has benefits, but together, they can truly keep you both physically and mentally healthier.

Finding just the right place to practice yoga in your home can be challenging. You want to avoid distractions and truly relax. One of the best possible spaces for this can be your garage. It’s especially useful if you have extra space there that isn’t already being used.

How to prepare the space

It doesn’t take much to take your garage from drab and practical to relaxing and inspiring. We’ll help you out with a few simple tips:

• Clean up: having clutter around may not matter most of the time, but if you plan to do yoga, you need focus. Putting things away or moving them to a shed can give you a better space to use as you practice your yoga technique.
• Splash some paint: make the garage a bit more relaxing by painting it in neutral colours. You can also use yellow for some additional warmth or green for a calming effect. Another option for the creative is to paint a mural that has some significance to you.
• A place for your gear: you don’t need a lot to make the garage yoga‑centric. Just be sure that your towels, mats, cushions and blocks are placed somewhere convenient, so you can easily get to them when you decide to do a bit of yoga.
• Let your ears help: for an additional level of immersion, music or sound can be helpful. You could try a yoga podcast or turn on some natural sounds like waterfalls, rain, or birds playing. This can also aid in tuning out any noise from inside the home.
• The right lightning: ditch the harsh fluorescent lights when you’re enjoying yoga. They are likely to pull you out of your relaxation. Instead, consider placing a floor lamp or arranging candles around your mat. For those who love natural light, a garage door with all‑glass sections might be perfect. If you’re worried about privacy, think about installing a metal/steel garage door that includes colourful satin or glue chip decorative windows at the top.
• Keep it warm: if you don’t have a garage that is equipped with heat, that can be an issue in cold weather. Think about picking up a portable space heater to use. Adding an insulated garage door would be ideal

At this point, you’ll have an amazing yoga studio in your garage to use any time you like!