![]() Once I began incorporating them in my practice, learning when I needed them, and how they could advance my practice, I was hooked. Little did I realize how beneficial yoga blocks can be. I thought I should be able to push myself to do poses and that using blocks was a crutch. She is currently experimenting with the concept of a floating yoga studio and mixed medium practice.Like many beginners practicing yoga, I approached the practice with an attitude that I didn’t need yoga blocks. Zuzu graduated from Wanderlust’s first Teacher Training Program and is on a mission to continually expand her consciousness while following her journey down the yogic path. She believes mistakes are simply a beautiful opportunity for growth and that our own life experiences serves as our most valuable teachers. Her days are filled with coffee, paint, and daydreams. Zuzu Perkal is an independent artist, photographer, yoga instructor, and adventure enthusiast in Austin, Texas. Yoga is all about exploration and discovery, so why not extend that creativity into your props? Remember that each body and practice is special in it’s own way. ![]() ![]() Place your blanket over your pelvis during savasana for a deep, tranquil release. It’s also nice to have a blanket close by when practice slows down and you need a bit of extra weight. Your knees will appreciate the homemade blanket in poses like Low Crescent or Cat-Cow. Try using a thick and cozy throw, or use a few blankets stacked on top of one another. The yoga blankets that we see in our local studios are great-they’re made of wool, warm, and thick enough for support while still being nice and soft. You may have to experiment with a few different blankets before finding a solid substitution, but it’s oh so worth it. The possibilities with a homemade bolster are truly endless. This tool can support the low back, lay beneath your knees when resting in savasana, or sit under the upper back for gentle heart-opening. When the hips are tight, try the DIY bolster under your tailbone for extra support or when in a wide-seated forward fold. Think of a bolster as an epic yoga pillow it helps provide deep relaxation while allowing for longer, delicious holds.īolsters can cost a pretty penny, so in the meantime, try rolling two to three blankets in a tight and firm roll. BolsterĪ bolster can be heaven-sent when needing a more restorative practice. All of these will work like a strap to support a deep opening and release. Head to your closet and grab a necktie, bathrobe tie, belt, or scarf. Finally, straps are insanely beneficial for simple side stretches-just hold the strap over your head and gently move left to right. A strap also helps to support the arms when practicing forearm stand or dolphin pose. For newer students (or on the days when you’re feeling tighter than normal), a strap can be used to to assist a forward fold. Yoga straps are are practical tool when working to increase flexibility or opening up tighter muscles. When you make it to Half-Moon, Triangle, or a seated forward fold, have your “blocks” nearby to assist you. For standing poses, grab a dictionary or a create a small stack of hardcover books. If you need a only slight lift off the ground for your seated poses, try a rolled-up towel or blanket. If you don’t own yoga blocks, there are a few things around the house that serve as a suitable alternative. Whether your hamstrings are too tight to touch your toes or you’re hankering for a higher seat in Lotus, a block is the ultimate remedy. From seasoned veterans to yoga newbies, everyone can benefit from these fantastic tools. ![]() Yoga blocks are one of the most common yoga props, and for good reason. ![]() Here are our favorite tricks: Yoga Blocks The next time you dive into a home practice, get crafty and try some of your own DIY yoga props. But props can get pricey, and sometimes you need to improvise. Good props allow you to find more depth in your poses, increase flexibility, and garner more stability. Props can be anything, so long as they safely and comfortably assist your practice. But fear not-we’ve got the remedy with some DIY yoga props. A home practice can be difficult when you don’t have your props. Have you been practicing at home and found yourself in a pose where you needed the ground just a few inches higher? Or gone for a bind and your fingers were merely a few inches from connecting? Yup, we’ve been there. Practice at home with the all-new Wanderlust TV! For just $9.99 a month, you can Wanderlust anywhere with your favorite teachers, flows, and DJ-powered classes. ![]()
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