3 Yoga Accessories to Elevate Your Practice

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The emphasis yoga puts on elongating the muscles and strengthening the core make it a great workout. Moreover, practicing yoga has the power to reduce stress and anxiety and is beneficial for overall well-being. An at-home yoga practice can be made even better when you incorporate some accessories and equipment beyond the mat. Here are a few tools that can take your workout to the next level.

Yoga Wheel

A yoga wheel is a holly, circular cylinder with soft padding on the outside. It can help you improve your stretching and flexibility. It is also helpful in challenging the yoga poses, for those who are advanced.

Yoga Straps

Yoga straps are mostly used for stretching purposes—they help the user achieve a wider range of motion, increase the flow of the body and relax the muscles. They are also good to use post-workout.

Yoga Blocks

The yoga blocks are one of the most highly recommended yoga accessories. They help provide support for the back, head, and hips which allows you to perform the poses more efficiently. Selecting the right yoga blouse in terms of size and material depends on the style of yoga you practice and your personal preferences.