Bolster is Just a Fancy Word for Pillow
A yoga bolster is the essential prop for comfort. Designed to support the body & promote relaxation, bolsters can transform your yoga sessions. They are particularly valuable for restorative, yin, prenatal & gentle practices, helping to ease tension and carry some of the load.
Available in a variety of shapes – rectangular, round, and cylindrical – each design caters to slightly different needs. Rectangular bolsters provide stability and broad support, ideal for backbends or as a base for seated meditation. Round bolsters are perfect for chest-openers and hip stretches, while smaller cylindrical (or I’ve also heard them referred to as “pranayama” shape) bolsters work well for targeted areas like the neck or under the knees.
If you’re one of those crazy people who enjoys being comfortable in your body, then I would highly recommend the investment in this fancy pillow.
Pro Tip: If you can swing it – invest in two. Theres nothing quite like that level of comfort
Bolster Alternatives: rolled blanket(s), rolled towel(s), a dense pillow
My Top Pick: Sol Living
This bolster brand is a recent find of mine, and I LOVE them. Besides the rich, beautiful colors that they dye their fabrics in, the fabric itself is a thick, soft canvas that can hold up to some wear & tear. I’ve got their “pranayama” bolster, which is a bit thinner design & the density is perfect for it to hold its shape under pressure. Click the link to check out the one I’ve got and explore the other shapes & sizes Sol Living offers to find one (or two) best for you! As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases.
