Props are practicing our yoga and can be used for various reasons. They change the pose and have the ability to give infinite interest to regular exercises. But often, I am confused as to what we are doing with them. Also, if we are using props, it is hard or bad thing. Enough flexibility to practice yoga, sufficient flexibility, sufficient flexibility.
Told London 's yoga teacher Pippa Richardson about her rich experience using props and deep insights on how to make the most of the various props offered in today's yoga world It taught to us.
I am using resistance in my exercise and in all the classes I teach, and sometimes when I ask the group to get props from the cabinet, I am resistant. I have always been fascinated by this. The funniest thing is that the more we understand that our individuals constitute anatomy and biomechanics, the more they are not the same. Every single body needs something different at every single pose and props are a wonderful way to support our unique structure.
BKS Iyanger is widely known for his influence on the use of props in contemporary yoga. Mr. Iyengar supported and crafted its usage. Props were widely recognized as an essential part of their practice. It is still associated with practicing Iyanger yet, but you can find props in almost every studio around the world, and for some students and teachers it is as important as Matt itself. Iyengar said. "For me, props are not just asana, it will contribute to the position of the body, the mind will be quiet and the state of" Città Fritch Niloda "should be experienced. My body is my first prop. Body is the soul pillar. "
In order to end some of the myths circulating these objects, we want to introduce you to the wonderful world of props! If you first learned yoga, this is probably just the beginning of a new love affair, if you practice for a while, this is a new and interesting way to expand Matt.
First of all, why do we use props? Here we will briefly explain some of the most common reasons you can reach the cupboard of props.
- Restorative yoga is a wonderful way to use various props to support the body and make you relaxed. By skillfully using the props, we can stimulate our parasympathetic nervous system and be responsible for the "rest and digestion" response in our body. If you want to see props that are used as an art form, I strongly urge you to go to the resurrection class.
- You can use "props" to "raise the floor". Depending on a number of factors including the length and flexibility of our limbs, raising the floor helps to maintain integrity in a searching attitude without compromise.
- Make it more comfortable or easy. We were all there (or saw!), A pose that does not feel good just for some reason - we are uncomfortable and wondering if yoga is "for us". This is related to the structure of the bone, such as how the head of our femur is oriented in the hip socket. With a bit of support, you can experience poses that we can not access, or we can open up the possibility of "clogged" pose.
Belts
The belt can be used in various ways. Unlike resistance bands, they are sturdy and have different length and thickness. They can be used as an extension of limbs and provide a supportive framework for exploring asana. If you are using the belt in an aggressive way, be aware of the tendency to 'pulling' your body. We also often grasp very tightly and cause tension on the neck and shoulders. Whatever posture you are looking for, grasp the belt with a soft grip and relax your neck and shoulders.
Chair
Have you worked in a chair? Probably you will start with this version of a downward dog. This is a wonderful way to explore the elongation of the spine without supporting the same amount of weight in traditional dogs. See if you can tackle finding the relationship between axial extension (flat spine) and the crown of your head and coccyx. To maintain this integrity on your spine, bend your knees as much as you need.
Chairs are also commonly used for restorative yoga. In this example, we use a chair with an extension added to check back and bend of the backrest.
Blocks & bricks
Blocks and bricks are probably the most common props throughout the board. The block is flatter and wider in shape. Brick is just that - bricks like shape! Bricks are a great way to "raise the floor" and you can shorten or shorten the length according to what you need.
Bricks are used in many creative ways with restorative yoga, but the really easy way is to rest your forehead with your child's posture. It can also be replaced with a blanket or block.
The block is brilliant for most sitting poses. They can lift the pelvis and can help the pelvis lean forward, depending on the way you are sitting on them. Another example of using them is the bridge pose supported as follows. This is a nice way to explore supported back bends, which can be done in two or three blocks. A wide flat block is ideal for supporting the pelvis. To do this, bring your block closer, lift it in the bridge, and slide the block underneath you.
If coming to a child's pose does not feel comfortable for you, cause pain in your knees and hips or do not touch the floor with your head. Probably try inserting a block between calves and heels. Please strengthen according to the height you need. If this is not yet comfortable, please come to your back instead. Even if you use a prop, at that moment, our body may not have the correct pose. It is important that we respect this.
The king of all the props (in my opinion) is in favor! In fact, we loved it so much and we wrote articles devoted to it. Learn about learning our poses with bolster and how to care for them.
As a teacher, it is beautiful to see the moment students actively receive props. Usually it is a good "fit", you see a deeper spit, or the students say "yes it is far better ... these small signs are particularly restorative It is a clue to get clues in work, it is important to provide an appropriate framework for the body to be rest.
Practicing without props is of course OK, but I think that there is no one who has not used up props at some point, so I recommend you to explore with playfulness. Please note that whatever props you are using or are offered you need to feel good and useful. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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