What pragmatic solution do many Indian practitioners use to balance modern secure bottoms with modesty needs?
Pairing tighter, secure bottoms like leggings with a longer, looser tunic covering the hips.
Navigating the dual requirements of functional security during demanding asanas and adherence to modesty expectations in public or studio environments often requires a hybrid approach. A highly pragmatic solution observed among many Indian practitioners involves a layering strategy that merges modern functional support with traditional coverage length. This method entails selecting secure, modern base layers, typically leggings or other supportive bottoms that resist rolling or slipping. This tight base is then paired with an outer layer, specifically a longer, looser tunic or top that extends sufficiently to cover the hips. This extended length ensures that the midriff remains concealed even when the practitioner engages in deep backbends or forward folds.
