Feel the Support

B. K. S. Iyengar introduced props into the modern practice of yoga to allow all practitioners access to the benefits of the postures regardless of physical condition, age, or length of study. The central purpose for using yoga props is to address a need for support. Yoga props, such as a bloster, blanket, block, strap or eye pillow, help practitioners at all levels gain the sensitivity of a pose while receiving the benefits over time without overextending themselves. Props allow practitioners to practice asanas with greater effectiveness, ease, and stability.

It’s perfectly fine to practice without the support of yoga props, but I have yet to find one person who didn’t benefit from using a yoga prop in one or more yoga poses. For everyone from the most flexible and strong practitioner to the least, a strategically placed yoga prop can elevate the physical and spiritual trajectory of the yoga practice.

Anyone who knows my teachings, knows I am huge advocate of props. Not only do they help you find more space and stability in your poses, they’re also great teaching tools with endless uses if you get a little creative (and silly sometimes) when teaching in your classes.

🙏🏼 Namaste, K.