What do I need as a beginner to yoga

about yoga mats, clothing, videos

the basics: water(although you should be well hydrated prior to starting because if you drink water during yoga it will be harder to get into postures with a full belly), a mat and a towel to place over it and a hair tie to keep hair out of your face. you don't need all those other fancy things that are advertised because it's your own body that should be doing all the work . unless you have a teacher or go to a studio to practice then yes a video to follow along works.

As a beginner, a yoga mat is enough and if your hands are slippery over the mat chose a yoga towel to spread over the mat for better support and non-slippery surface.
If you're practicing on your own at home then beginners video would be sufficient to start with.
FitDango is very helpful at the starting with all the yoga needs for me as a beginner.
Now about to buy my 2nd level of yoga dvds from them.
http://www.fitdango.com/yoga-pilates.html