What accessories for yoga?
What Accessories for Yoga - the Practical and Ecological Guide
Contrary to popular belief, yoga accessories are not only for beginner yogis. Similarly, if you use them, it does not mean that you have a bad command of your postures, on the contrary ! Yoga accessories guide you and help you improve your practice. They are your working tools, they facilitate the placement of your body, as well as finding balance and good alignment. They are your guides that will allow you to progress at your own pace. Here is our little practical and ecological guide to know which accessories to use for yoga.
The practical and always ecological yoga strap
The yoga strap accompanies beginner yogis as well as the most advanced levels. It is the essential accessory for your stretches. If you lack flexibility, it will allow you to acquire more agility. It increases flexibility , acting as an extension of a member of your body .
The yoga strap stretches and opens tight muscles, it gives ease in movement. This tool is scalable, with time and practice, you gain elasticity and demonstrate more fluidity in your asanas.
Yoga straps are used to find balance and maintain an anchored position . The straps secure you in the execution of your postures. It is a valuable aid to find the perfect alignment without forcing.
The right strap length for good practice
The right strap length is the one that fits your practice. It all depends on what you are looking for.
The long strap is intended for restorative practices, as it offers more range of motion. The long strap is ideal if you attach it before performing your posture , so you can catch it with ease during the execution of the movement.
Choose a short strap if the goal is to gain a few inches to master an asana that is out of reach.
Our straps come in different lengths: 240 cm, 244 cm, 250 cm and 300 cm.
Manduka Strap AlignN vs Manduka UnfoLD
Manduka AlignN vs Manduka UnfoLD , which strap to choose? ? Manduka offers two different models to suit all levels and needs.
Manduka AligN: the strap of the master Yogi BKS lyengar
Straight from India and inspired by the master Yogi BKS lyengar , the Manduka strap AligN is a must-have from the brand. Its buckle has been redesigned for secure locking and easy buckling and unbuckling . Made from 100% cotton % natural and unbleached, this strap is sturdy and thicker (4.44 cm instead of 3.18 cm). This wide thickness is more comfortable, because it distributes the force over the area of contact with the body when you pull on your strap.
Manduka UnfoLD: the strap for beginners and intermediate yogis
The Manduka UnfoLD model is the strap you need if you are new to yoga practice or looking to improve. It meets all the qualities necessary to evolve safely in your movements. It has a solid and robust square metal buckle. The UnfoLD webbing is made of 100% polyester % recycled.
Design and eco -friendly : the YogaDesignLab strap
YogaDesignLab straps have that little something extra: flashy colors and a design at the cutting edge of fashion, but always in an ecological approach. The prints are made with environmentally friendly water-based ink.
They are perfect for intense use in the studio or for a gentler practice at home. Neither too short nor too long, the YogaDesignLab strap measures 240 cm.
The bolster : the yoga accessory for gentle support
The yoga bolster is certainly the yoga accessory to invest in, after purchasing your mat. For a gentle practice, the bolster is your support. With it, you become one. It is the ally of fragile joints.
It helps to perform stretching and opening asanas, but also to find comfort during a meditation session. It is placed under the hands to relieve tired wrists, under the head in the child's position or under the buttocks to hold cross-legged ( Virasana ) . Lying on your back in the Savasana position , it is placed under the legs to relieve the back. You choose where to place it , because your bolster adapts to your needs .
The bolster 100 % eco yoga % organic cotton
At Tayrona life you are spoiled for choice ! We are committed to choosing quality products that are environmentally friendly, ethical and responsible. This is why we have selected different brands that meet our values so that you can find what you are looking for.
The rectangular bolster made of 100% cotton fibers % natural
The rectangular bolster is ideal for beginners. Its wide flat surface offers more stability and support, using it as a support for your wrists for example. Its little extra: it acts as a meditation cushion !
The Halfmoon brand bolster has all the qualities required to be part of an eco-responsible approach . It is made of 100% cotton fibers % natural and biodegradable that resist shrinking and stretching . This plant-derived fiber is easy to clean and breathable , convenient for studio use.
The colorful bolster in organic cotton
Want some color to energize your sessions? ? Bodhi 's bolster comes in 6 flashy colors in organic cotton. Its cover is machine washable for easy maintenance.
At Bodhi , you can choose not only colours. Depending on your preferences, opt for a filling made from kapok fibres or spelt.
The yoga bolster spelt padding
The choice of filling depends on each person . If you like firmness or are quite heavy, turn to a yoga bolster filled with spelt.
Tayrona offers you its spelt husk bolster in a pretty range of colors at a very low price. Very stable, it provides excellent support in carrying out your asanas. We haven't told you everything, it contains a secret... Equipped with an interior zipper, you can add or remove padding to obtain the ideal support you are looking for.
The bolster kapok yoga padding
Kapok is a natural fiber from the fruit of the kapok tree. Its fiber is silky, insulating, waterproof and rot-proof, just that ? No, it is also biodegradable ! Kapok filling is perfect for yogis looking for softness, it is often softer than spelt bolster .
Yoga Feel Green offers us a beautiful, all-organic bolster! The French brand has opted for a 100% organic bolster, from 100% organic Kapok filling to 100% organic cotton, it's a flawless Yoga Feel Green bolster .
GOTS certification ensures a healthy and responsible supply chain in both social and environmental aspects.
The cover : the yoga accessory for support and comfort
Don't get me wrong, the blanket is really a yoga accessory. It has multiple uses, it covers you during Savasana and gives you support like a cushion during Pranayama. Light and foldable, it is easy to position while performing your postures. Placed on the mat, it prevents it from slipping.
The blanket is generally used in any position that invites meditation or rest . It is highly recommended to help find the proper alignment of your asanas .
Choose a recycled wool blanket if you are looking for warmth and comfort, like the Manduka blanket made up of 75 % recycled wool and 25 % recycled synthetic fibers.
Or , prefer option 100 % sturdy cotton from our Tayrona brand . Placed under the head, you control the candle ! Support and comfort, this blanket is versatile and non-slip.
For those who wish to combine elegance with their practice, B blanket of B Yoga is the blanket you need. Handwoven from 100% cotton % natural, this blanket is perfect for your yoga nidra sessions . Its large surface area (170 cm x 240 cm) opens up the field of possibilities for you.
The yoga brick an essential for all types of yoga
The brick is your base for all positions that require too much flexibility or balance. It is placed under your hands, under your feet or under your torso.
The yoga brick can also be used in your moments of relaxation or meditation. Placed under the buttocks, it replaces the meditation cushion.
Tayronalife offers you a range of colors and materials to find the brick that suits you. Be sure to choose it according to your weight, flexibility and size.
The recycled EVA foam brick
Made from recycled EVA foam for our Tayrona brand , this high-density brick is very durable and does not slip. Available in purple, black, royal blue, green, petrol blue, orange and burgundy.
The ecological cork brick
In cork 100 % ecological for the Yoga Design Lab brand , this brick allows better grip and is highly resistant. Designed with its printed mandala , it will be your support in the most difficult poses. It can be used in 3 positions, depending on your needs: low, medium or high.
The ergonomic brick
Manduka had to be invented created it: the ergonomic brickUnBlok. This brick adapts to everyone and all types of yoga. With it, you are guaranteed optimal comfort.
Its curved shape on two sides creates the perfect platform for opening the shoulders and torso, without losing the functions of a standard block. It also protects your joints. It is made of recycled EVA foam.
Yoga accessories now hold no secrets for you. You understand, do not hesitate to use and abuse them, it accompanies you to develop your level of practice at your own pace, why do without it?
