Meet the Block | Five Poses to Feel Supported

Yoga7 min

There's a difference between reaching for a pose and actually being in it. In this practice you'll learn how to use a yoga block in five common asanas - where to place it, how to use it, and exactly what changes in the pose when you do. Ideal for beginners and tight bodies. A block simply raises the ground and brings it closer. And everything changes. The spine can lengthen instead of rounding. The chest can stay open instead of collapsing. The pose becomes something you feel, rather than something you reach for. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - Where to place the block in each pose - How a block improves alignment rather than making a pose easier - Modifications for tight hamstrings, hips and shoulders PERFECT FOR Beginners, tight hamstrings or hips, anyone whose hands don't reach the floor, and experienced practitioners who want to feel a familiar shape properly. WHAT YOU NEED One yoga block. A firm cushion works just as well. Roll out your mat, press play, and begin.