Yoga bolsters can be used to support your head, neck, spine or legs during yoga moves or meditation sessions. A good bolster is small and portable, which allows you to carry it back and forth to the yoga studio. Bolsters can also be used in everyday activities. You can prop up your legs while reading in bed or give yourself a little back support while sitting in a chair at the computer.
Hugger Mugger Standard Bolster
Hugger Mugger's standard bolster is a good choice if you're performing a variety of yoga moves. The oval shape and curved sides provide a flat surface, which helps with stability. The Hugger Mugger bolster also comes with a built-in handle, which is great for toting it around. The bolster has a zippered cover, which is easily removed for cleaning. The pricing is on the high side for yoga bolsters. It retails for around $55.
Santosha Essentials Pranayama Pillow
This pillow, which is more reasonably priced at around $35, is used primarily for supporting the spine. It's soft and will support the spine from your head to your sacrum during breathing exercises or poses. The cotton cover is removable for easy cleaning. This is a good bolster to use around the house. You'll find that it fits in with bedroom décor, and you can use it under your knees while reading in bed.
Kapok Yoga Bolsters
Kapok provides yoga bolsters that are both functional and eco-friendly. They are stuffed with organic, dust-mite-proof materials. They are more expensive at around $60 a bolster, but you won't have any qualms about the bolster's carbon footprint. The higher price goes to pay labor costs in the United States (where the bolsters are manufactured) and toward eco-friendly materials. They also come with handles for easy carrying and a removable cover for easy cleaning.
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