Manduka's recommended yoga blocks and how to use them

December 26, 2024

Yoga blocks are useful props to support your yoga practice. They help you maintain correct alignment in yoga poses, deepen your stretches, and also serve as support for comfortable seating during meditation.

In particular, Manduka yoga blocks are high-quality and durable, earning the support of many yoga enthusiasts. This article introduces recommended yoga poses using yoga blocks and recommended Manduka yoga blocks.

Why use Manduka yoga blocks?

Yoga blocks can be used at three different heights (low, medium, high). Each height provides the following benefits:

Maintain correct alignment
Even if your hands or knees don't reach the mat, blocks can help you maintain the correct posture.

Injury prevention
Avoid overstretching and practice safely.

Flexibility aid
Even if you lack flexibility, blocks provide height, making poses easier to achieve.

Muscle activation
Consciously engage muscles by squeezing the block, allowing for more effective training.

Recommended poses using Manduka yoga blocks

Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana)
Stand on the block and bend forward to increase flexibility.

Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)
Place it under your hand to create space between your hand and the floor.

Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana)
Use it as a support to make balancing easier.

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)
Place it against the soles of your feet to support the forward bend.

Savasana in Restorative Yoga
Place the block under your lower back to maintain a relaxed posture.

Inversion poses using a wall
Place it under your lower back to enhance the relaxing effect.

Half Pigeon
Place a block under your hips to stabilize the pelvis.

Mountain Pose (Tadasana) / Chair Pose (Utkatasana)
Squeezing it between your thighs consciously promotes muscle engagement.

Crow Pose (Bakasana)
Stand on the block to make balancing easier.

Splits (Hanumanasana)
Place a block under your pelvis to deepen the stretch.

Types and features of Manduka yoga blocks

Cork Block

Cork has a hardness that sponges do not, preventing injury to muscles and tendons while helping you achieve your ideal pose. It uses renewable, eco-friendly, durable, and supportive materials.

Recycled Foam Block

Lightweight yet durable, it absorbs wrist pressure when weight is applied and supports the body. Made from recycled materials, it does not release toxic chemicals during manufacturing or use them in the product. It is an eco-friendly product.

unBlock

Manduka blocks are high-performance and have served as a model for other yoga props. The curved surface enhances hand comfort, a revolutionary design not found in previous blocks. The moderately soft grip provides a comfortable user experience.

Yoga Mini Travel Block

A convenient mini size of the recycled foam block is now available. This block is perfect for yoga on the go or for those who need more subtle support in their poses. It is lightweight and compact, yet made of high-density, durable EVA.

Summary

Yoga blocks are versatile items that can be used by both beginners and advanced practitioners. Manduka yoga blocks, in particular, are highly durable and well-designed, making them a lasting investment. To deepen your yoga practice, prevent injuries, and achieve correct alignment, try incorporating a yoga block that suits you. It will surely become your best companion in your yoga life.