Yoga is a practice that has many followers and is an excellent way to relieve stress and anxiety while relaxing the body and mind. If you are not doing it at a professional studio that provides everything for you, having the right accessories is very important.
Investing in the right products with good quality is vital to create the best experience possible and also to avoiding future health problems.
The first essential item is the mat, as working out on the wrong surface can lead to injury and frustration. Yoga mats range from super thin and compact travel styles to very thick models. If you’re unsure where to start, a good suggestion is to look for a mat around 1/8 in. thick (or 3.175 mm), which is considered the standard thickness. This way, you will have a mat that allows solid contact with the floor, which helps with stability during various poses.
A good yoga block can also help a lot, as it can make a big difference during the class. Furthermore, using blocks improves your balance for holding postures longer and maintaining proper alignment. Blocks can be made of a wide range of materials to provide more versatility in extending your stretches or for more support when practicing complicated moves.
A portable and appropriate Yoga cushion is also a good idea, as they can help make many poses more accessible and comfortable. They are designed to give the student extra comfort to relax better into the resting phase of the practice. When shopping for one, a tip is to look for ones with removable and washable covers to make cleaning easier after use, and heavier, sturdier cushions tend to last longer and feel better during your practice.
In conclusion, among other items, these are a few suggestions to make your Yoga practice even more comfortable and relaxing, improving your performance and allowing you to achieve new positions and go to a more advanced level.
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About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field.
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