Buying a Yoga Block
Besides the yoga mat, a yoga block is one of the most used accessories in yoga. A yoga block provides support and brings the ground closer. This makes it easier and safer to perform yoga postures.
Don't think that a yoga block is only for beginners! Yoga props indeed support you and often literally have 'your back', and even very experienced yogis use yoga blocks to deepen their practice.
Why use a Yoga Block?
A yoga block provides support and often gives you that little bit of extra reach. This not only helps you to perform postures better, but also to maintain your balance. For exercises such as trikonasana or practicing backbends, for example, a yoga block can be invaluable.
But a yoga block can also help you with many other yoga postures. It varies per yoga style how and for which postures you use yoga blocks. For example, they are used less often in Vinyasa yoga and more often in Yin yoga.
Different Types of Yoga Blocks
A yoga block has different designs and materials. The most well-known yoga block looks like an enlarged brick, but you also have smaller, thicker and flat yoga blocks. It depends on the yoga posture and yoga style which yoga block is best to use. If in doubt, ask your yoga teacher for advice.
Yoga Block Cork – the environmentally friendly option
The material of the yoga block also differs. One of the most popular options is the cork yoga block. This yoga block made of cork is environmentally friendly, 100% biodegradable and combines softness with a firm grip. Cork is extracted from the bark of the cork oak, a durable material that provides extra stability. The rounded edges and corners provide comfort and make the block easy to hold.
Foam Yoga Block – Lightweight & Stability
Before the rise of cork yoga blocks, foam yoga blocks were the norm. These blocks are lightweight and offer excellent stability, grip and strength. Due to the high density of the foam, foam yoga blocks last a long time without wearing out quickly.
Which Yoga Block do you choose?
We have put together a wide choice of yoga blocks for you, so that you will always find a block that suits you and your yoga style perfectly. Whether you choose an eco-friendly cork yoga block or a lightweight foam yoga block, you can be assured that you have a quality product that you will use for years to come.
(Would you like to read more about how to use a yoga block? We have written a blog about it: How do you use a yoga block and what should you pay attention to?)
Deepen your yoga practice with the right support and choose the best block for you!