by Stephanie Kinney | Nov 27, 2024 | Prop Thoughts
A Literal Heavyweight Yoga sandbags are a powerful tool to deepen your practice, offering a blend of grounding, support, and relaxation. As their name suggests, they are small fabric bags filled with sand, typically weighing 10lbs each. These weighted props can be...
by Stephanie Kinney | Nov 26, 2024 | Prop Thoughts
Relieve Chronic Pain with Foam Rolling Though I might not quite categorize a foam roller as a “yoga prop,” it’s definitely worth a mention as a tool for pain management & it can definitely be incorporated into your daily mindful movement practice. Foam rolling is...
by Stephanie Kinney | Nov 26, 2024 | Prop Thoughts
Take a Load off: Use a Chair For those managing chronic pain, a chair can be a game-changer in yoga practice. It offers essential support, allowing for safe exploration of poses without overexerting sensitive areas. With the chair’s assistance, you can gently stretch...
by Stephanie Kinney | Nov 25, 2024 | Prop Thoughts
Small But Mighty: Don’t Underestimate the Yoga Strap A yoga strap is an essential tool for yogis of all levels, offering versatility and support to deepen your practice. This simple, yet powerful prop helps improve flexibility, alignment, and strength. Whether...
by Stephanie Kinney | Nov 25, 2024 | Prop Thoughts
For Steadiness & Comfort in your Seat A meditation cushion, aka a zafu, is a simple yet powerful tool that enhances your meditation practice by improving comfort, posture, and focus. Designed to support your spine and align your hips, a meditation cushion helps...
by Stephanie Kinney | Nov 25, 2024 | Prop Thoughts
The Must-Have A yoga mat is an essential prop for anyone practicing yoga. It provides a stable, non-slip surface, ensuring safety during poses and transitions, and cushions your body against hard floors to prevent discomfort or injury. A mat also defines your personal...
