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Can a Yoga Prop Help Prop Up Your Practice
By Della Menechella

Some people may wonder if using a yoga prop can help them get more out of their practice. My personal opinion is yes.

B.K.S. Iyengar introduced the yoga prop as a means of supporting proper alignment of the joints and bones during postures. Maintaining proper alignment is key to reducing the possibility of injury and to allowing you to get deeper into the poses. Props are especially useful for beginners, for people who do not have a great deal of flexibility, for those who are recovering from injuries, and for those with special physical needs.

TYPICAL YOGA PROPS

YOGA BLOCK - I use this yoga prop often, especially when I am doing a Forward Bend and my hamstrings...
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