The best men's yoga pants you can buy

Why you'll love them: Sub Sports Men's Compression Leggings are ideal for someone who likes a tight fit, while four-way stretch makes them flexible enough for yoga.

On the opposite end of the spectrum we have the Sub Sports Men's Compression Leggings. This is a great pick for people who like a much tighter fit.

They are snug but have 4-way stretch that gives you the flexibility and breathability you need to execute complicated yoga poses. The fabric is moisture-wicking and utilizes flat lock seams so you don't experience chafing despite the snug cut.

Sub Sports were named "best men's leggings for yoga" on Faveable due to the balance they strike between compression and mobility. This pair has 420 reviews on Amazon and an overall 4.4 star rating.

83% of shoppers found them true to size, though the product description recommends sizing up if you want a slightly less compression on the legs and waist.

Pros: 4-way stretch, moisture wicking, true-to-size, flat lock seams to minimize chafing

Cons: might feel too tight if you're not used to compression clothing

Buy the Sub Sports Men's Compression Leggings on Amazon for $20 and up (price varies by color)

Why you'll love them: The prAna Vaha Pants are made of sustainable materials in a soft, relaxed silhouette that's comfy enough to sleep in.

For the sustainable shopper, we have the prAna Vaha Pants. Like all of the brand's offerings, this pant is made of a hemp, recycled polyester, and spandex blend that's both eco-friendly and cozy to wear.

These might be comfortable enough to sleep in, but they look a lot nicer than your average pajama bottoms, with a nice color selection of muted tones, a subtle back pocket and a knitted elastic waist.

The look is similar to the other prAna brand pants we featured as our top pick, but a little bit more streamlined — great if you want to subtly wear them to brunch after your Saturday morning vinyasa.

The pants are available in size small to extra large with a 30-inch inseam. We do wish they came in a wider size range and some different lengths, but it's worth noting that the waist does have some give thanks to the elastic.

Best Products and VeryWell have both featured the prAna Vaha as a top yoga pant pick and this style has a 4.5 star rating on REI.

Buy the prAna Vaha Pant at REI for $54 to $79

Why you'll love them: Need a bit more breathing room? The YogaAddict Men’s Yoga Shorts are long enough to give you coverage but short enough that you won’t be sweating bullets at the end of class.

Shorts lovers will appreciate the longer length of YogaAddict’s Men’s Yoga Shorts. They come just below the knee, giving you a good amount of coverage while you’re twisting and balancing, and plenty of breathing room.

The shorts have a cool, casual fit with a drawstring waist and two side pockets. Unlike basketball shorts, these have a slim leg line, so you don’t have to worry about fabric flopping over in your face when you bend over. They come in nine colors ranging from simple black and navy to bright blue and light grey.

The wellness experts at VeryWell recommend these shorts, and they have a high 4.7 rating on Amazon based on close to 600 reviews.

"These are ‘hands-down’ the most comfortable pants I own," writes one shopper. "The fit is just snug enough for yoga and exercise without feeling restrictive. There is absolutely no binding or pulling of the legs or crotch in even the most extreme stretching positions."

Another fan says, "They are super comfortable and ideal for yoga, working out - or a day at the beach!"

Pros: Drawstring waist, several color options, longer silhouette

Cons: Pockets are shallow

Buy the YogaAddict Men’s Yoga Shorts on Amazon for $36.97 to $39.97

Why you'll love them: The BROKIG Men’s Zip Joggers are great for yoga because of the breathable fabric and slim fit around the ankles that won’t mess up your flow.

Joggers are great for more than just jogging. The BROKIG Men’s Zip Joggers are a great option for yoga because of the breathable cotton/polyester material and the slim tapered fit. There are leg zippers around the ankles to help you do a quick change if you’re always in a rush after class.

Reviewers love the fit of these pants and the breathable fabric. A few people had issues with ripping seams and broken zippers, but many of them were able to get the pants replaced in a timely manner thanks to the BROKIG customer service. Some also pointed out that the sizing may require some trial and error, so I suggest doing some research before you order.

Overall, they have a 3.7 rating on Amazon based on over 400 reviews. "Love it. Already Bought 2," writes one shopper. "I notice people complain about the zippers but I honestly have not have a problem with it and it been through like 10 wash cycles with each pants. I guess I never tried to even zip it up or down, just left it alone and it all fine."

Pros: slim fit, drawstring waist, breathable material, zip-up ankles

Cons: Zippers and seams are delicate

Buy the BROKIG Men’s Zip Joggers on Amazon for $23.69 to $25.39

The best yoga mats you can buy

The first piece of gear you need to begin your yoga practice is a great yoga mat.

We scoured the internet for yogi reports and product reviewer feedback on this year's top-ranked yoga mats to put together this Insider Picks guide to finding the best yoga mat for you, depending on your priorities, from perfect pose alignment to eco-friendly materials.

Here are the best yoga mats you can buy:

• Best yoga mat overall: Manduka ProLite Yoga Mat
• Best yoga mat for perfectionists: Liforme Yoga Mat
• Best eco-friendly yoga mat: Prana ECO Yoga Mat
• Best affordable yoga mat: Gaiam Print Premium Yoga Mat
• Best lightweight yoga mat: Manduka eKO Superlight Travel Yoga Mat
• Best travel yoga mat: YoGo Travel Yoga Mat

The best yoga blocks you can buy

Yoga blocks can help you get into difficult poses and deepen your flexibility or simply provide the support you need.

We studied yogi user reviews, product ratings, and top ranked lists all over the internet to come up with our Insider Picks guide to yoga blocks. No matter what you're using them for and no matter what your goals are, there's a yoga block on this list for you.

Here are the best yoga blocks you can buy:

• Best yoga blocks overall: HemingWeigh Cork Yoga Blocks
• Best basic yoga block: Gaiam Yoga Block
• Best yoga block and strap set: YogaRat Block and Strap Set
• Best eco-friendly yoga block: Manduka Recycled Foam Yoga Block

The best yoga socks you can buy

You'll never slip out of downward facing dog again with the right pair of yoga socks. Our favorite ones are the affordable, grippy Rahabsox Non-Slip Yoga Socks.

You should also consider the ToeSox Half-Toe Releve socks, the Aurorae Ultimate Non-Slip Yoga Socks, and the Gaiam Yoga socks.