Listen to the sounds of nature
Even if you can’t imagine a yoga practice without soothing music on the background, make an exception for your outdoor practice. There is so much you can listen to when practising yoga outside: the singing of the birds, the noise of the leaves, or the sound of ocean waves. You’ll benefit more from your practice if you allow yourself to immerse in the sounds of nature
Choose your yoga time wisely
Ayurveda recommends moving your exercise time to the early morning hours in the summer. The sun isn’t scorching hot and the awakening nature gives you an additional portion of energy. Don’t practise around midday and when it’s hot outside, you don’t want to get sunburnt or to get tan lines shaped as your favorite yoga outfit
Take a yoga blanket or a towel
Yoga mats are not always the best option for an outdoor practice since they often fold and bunch on uneven surfaces . Consider taking a yoga blanket or a towel instead, those are also very easy to wash. In case you opt for a yoga mat, make sure to read this post on keeping your yoga mat clean
Master your balance poses
The slightly uneven surface will engage and strengthen secondary muscles in your feet, legs and spine. After you've practised balance asanas outside, you'll find it a lot easier to do them in the studio. Use the chance to take your Vriksasana and Garudasana to another level
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