Why do I need yoga blocks for my practice?
As we have previously stated the beginner is helped by supporting her/him in asanas (postures) that otherwise would be too strong or not able to be attained in the beginning.
With careful direction from a qualified teacher, the student can be shown how she can use the blocks as support under the body – under the hand in standing postures or under head and wrists in forward bends – for example.
Blocks are also useful for sitting on to raise the pelvic area, allowing for a more aligned sitting posture and proper alignment of the spine.
In meditation, once the student feels reasonably comfortable in Sukhasana (the sitting posture) a block can be used to allow the legs to be crossed and knees comfortably opened towards the floor.
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