Update (Oct. 21, 2022): Scientists are finding new ways to make recycling even easier – check out the research here. Is your mat starting to wear down, feel uneven and slippery? If so, you might have to replace it soon. But before you toss out your old yoga mat, you've [...]
Among the many benefits of yoga, strength is a huge focus. So much so... that many people come to yoga solely to increase their muscle power. Do you want to practice yoga for strength? If so, what are the best types of yoga for strength? And what are the best [...]
You joined a new yoga studio... but you don't know what name to call the yoga instructor! You don't want to be rude and call them by the "wrong name" – but you also don't want to call them "ma'am" or "sir." What do you do? We got you! This [...]
Leggings have been around for a long time – so you're probably wondering who invented them! There's 2 different "invention periods" per se... so let's start with who invented modern leggings and yoga pants, and then we'll cover 13th century leggings and history afterwards. Who invented modern leggings? Modern day [...]
Yoga essentials (like yoga blocks) are great tools to improve your practice. What exactly is a yoga block – and what is a yoga block used for? In this article, we'll give you the scoop on what it is (and how it's used) – so you can decide if you [...]
If you're like most yogis... then you've probably wondered about the benefits of yoga blocks – and are really worth the investment? How about the pros and cons? After all, they're not exactly cheap – and you may not be sure what benefits they offer. In this blog post, we'll [...]
For many yoga poses... you NEED a yoga block to support yourself and avoid injuries. (Especially for common poses like Bridge, Triangle and Camel pose.) But which type is better – cork or foam yoga blocks? Here's a look at the pros and cons of each type – along with [...]
Yoga blocks are great for improving your routine... but they can be risky if you don't have the right TYPE of block. A lot of people avoid sitting and standing on yoga blocks because of the risk of injuring themselves – or simply using a block the wrong way. This [...]
If you're reading this article, you're probably wondering: How many yoga blocks do I ACTUALLY need? Do some poses and exercises need two? Is there anything else I should know before deciding? In this blog post, we'll explore the different reasons you can use yoga blocks – and how many [...]
First off – is there ACTUALLY a difference between yoga bricks and blocks? Well... sorta. In this short article, we're going to cover a few key differences in materials, size and uses for each – so you can avoid the confusion and decide which one is best for you while [...]