Yoga Blocks: Focus on Alignment

It’s a common misconception that by using yoga blocks, you’re somehow “cheating” in class. Nothing could be further from the truth! Yoga blocks allow students to establish a strong foundation for their yoga practice.

Here are a few of our favorite ways to use yoga blocks to focus on alignment during class:

Triangle Pose

It’s easy to get out of alignment in Triangle Pose by reaching too far forward on your shin. Use a block to keep your arms in a straight line.

Chair Pose

A block will also help keep your knees aligned while in chair pose. Place a block between your thighs and try to squeeze your thighs together while at the same time rotating them outward. This will add a whole other dimension to this challenging pose!

Camel Pose

Place a block between your thighs while in Camel Pose. This will help your knees from splaying outward.

Half Pigeon Pose

If you have tight hips, place the tip of a block under your sits bones. This will tilt your pelvis forward into proper alignment and make this pose more comfortable to hold.