How to Use Yoga Props: Explanation

December 15, 2025

Yoga props are not just for beginners. They are incredibly powerful tools that support your practice, refine alignment, and guide your exploration of yoga to deeper levels. Whether you're just starting your yoga journey or an advanced practitioner looking to deepen your flow, props can unlock strength, flexibility, and a connection to your body in unexpected ways.

In this guide, we'll introduce our favorite props, detailing their features, uses, how to choose the right ones, and the benefits they bring to your practice on the mat.

Yoga Straps: Extend, Align, Deepen

Yoga straps are an essential tool for enhancing flexibility, improving posture (alignment), and creating internal space in the body. They allow for deeper stretches without strain and safely help you reach binds that might otherwise feel inaccessible. They are highly practical for building flexibility and gently easing tight muscles.

Two Types of Yoga Straps Available

AligN
Developed based on B.K.S. Iyengar's original design, the AligN strap features a uniquely designed interlocking buckle, a wider width for comfort, and durable unbleached cotton material. This model is ideal for those seeking high structural integrity and durability.
(Size: 8ft, approx. 4.5cm wide x 243cm long)

unfoLD
A lightweight and slim strap with a square shape and a secure buckle. Made from 100% unbleached cotton, it's convenient for travel and recommended for beginners new to props.
(Size: 6ft, approx. 3.2cm wide x 182cm long)

Choosing the Right Length
Straps are available in three sizes: 6 feet (approx. 1.8m), 8 feet (approx. 2.4m), and 10 feet (approx. 3m). Shorter straps are suitable for basic reach assistance, while longer straps offer a wider range of uses, such as restorative poses and looped practices.

Benefits of Using a Strap

Deepens stretches safely without forcing
Improves posture (alignment) and reduces unnecessary strain or awkward movements
Allows you to experience poses more deeply while maintaining form

Pro Tip
Use a strap for stabilization, not for pulling. A gentle grip and relaxed shoulders and neck lead to a safer and more effective practice.

Yoga Bolsters: Surrender and Restore

Bolsters are widely used as a gateway to restorative yoga, and for good reason. They bring deep peace to the body and breath, gently easing tension and promoting natural release.

Our bolsters combine a stable foam core with soft cotton filling, encased in a moisture-wicking eQua® microfiber cover. They are designed to provide both comfort and support.

Choose from Three Shapes

Enlight Yoga Bolster (Rectangular)

Features a flat, wide surface suitable for supine poses, forward folds, and meditation. It's the most versatile and adaptable to a wide range of practices.

Enlight Yoga Bolster (Round)
A traditional rounded shape that gently supports heart-opening poses and movements that expand the chest.

Enlight Yoga Bolster (Lean)
A slim and lightweight design. Ideal for targeting specific areas for support or for use in combination with other props.

Benefits of Using a Bolster

Reduces joint strain and alleviates bodily tension
Promotes deep breathing and supports balancing the autonomic nervous system
Enhances comfort during pregnancy or injury recovery

Blankets: Layer and Support

Don't underestimate the power of a yoga blanket. Its high adaptability makes it one of the most versatile props. It can be folded under your hips to refine alignment, rolled under your knees for support, or draped over your shoulders during Savasana for warmth and comfort.

Two Options Available

Recycled Wool Blanket
Excellent flexibility and warmth, suitable for a wide range of poses from dynamic to restorative. Made with 75% eco-friendly recycled wool.

Cotton Blanket
Slightly larger with a soft feel and luxurious texture. Made from durable recycled cotton blend material.

Benefits of Using a Blanket

Enhances comfort in seated and restorative poses, supporting alignment adjustment
Improves warmth and stability during meditation
Prevents tension and postural imbalances from prolonged practice

Yoga Blocks: Stability Within Reach

Yoga blocks are one of the most versatile and essential props for any yoga practice. By bridging the distance to the floor, they provide stability in standing poses, help build strength, and support proper alignment when exploring deeper poses.

For beginners and those refining advanced poses alike, blocks offer invaluable support for safe movement with confidence and control.

Various Shapes and Materials Available

Cork Block
A dense, durable, and weighty block with a natural grip. Provides stable support for strength-building poses and deep stretches. Made from sustainable cork with rounded edges for comfort.

Recycled Foam Block
Lightweight and portable, with a high-density foam structure resistant to compression. Provides soft, comfortable support for seated and restorative poses. Closed-cell surface for easy cleaning.

unBLOK
Ergonomic, compact shape that fits the body's natural curves. Ideal for supporting the sacrum, knees, and neck. The curved edges create a gentle rocking motion, promoting deeper body awareness and balance work.

Benefits of Using Blocks

Improved posture and alignment
Enhanced balance and control
Support for safe and accessible depth in poses

Incorporating Props into Your Practice

Props are not just "aids" but an extension of your practice, a catalyst for transformation. They support you in growing with intention, responding to the current state of your body and mind.

Whether you want to deepen your backbends, find solace in static poses, or heighten your awareness of movement, props can guide your yoga practice to be more personal and profound.

Please refer to these blogs for more information:

Choosing the Right Yoga Block >>>

Yoga Props to Evolve Your Practice >>>