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...
Experiment with using bolsters of various sizes and shapes, depending on what feels right for your body. Yoga instructor and contributor to Yoga Journal magazine Barbara Benagh says that you can try using folded blankets in lieu of an actual...
When yoga was developed some 5,000 years ago as a system by which to achieve physical and mental excellence, it was an austere discipline. Ever since, and especially in the last 150 years, yoga has grown beyond its bounds to become an adaptable...
Yoga bolsters can have a foam core, although not all of them do. As long as the bolster fulfills your needs, material other than foam is a feasible choice. Yoga bolsters need to give you additional support for challenging poses for which you need...
A yoga bolster is a specially designed pillow to aid during the yoga work out. A yoga bolster can be square or round. It is filled with cotton and comes in a variety of sizes. The yoga bolsters available for purchase offer limited fabrics and...
A yoga bolster is a cylindrical or rectangular shaped pillow that provides support while you are practicing certain yoga postures. One advantage of making your own yoga bolster is that you can choose exactly the size and firmness you want as well...
The calf is composed primarily of two muscles: the gastrocnemius, or outer calf, and the soleus, or inner calf. The fibers of these muscles run down the calf. They attach to the Achilles tendon, which attaches to the calcaneus, the big heel bone...
The immune system is a complex interplay of functions within the body. To work well, it requires balance, according to the report, "How to Boost Your Immune System," published by Harvard Health Journals. A weakened immune system can make you more...
Babies normally begin rolling over between 5 and 6 months of age. Although most babies safely find their own sleeping position once they can roll over, many parents are not comfortable allowing their baby to sleep on his stomach because of...
Yoga is one of six orthodox traditions in Indian philosophy. One limb of yoga involves the practice of poses or stretches, also known as asanas. Practicing specific types of asanas may help with pain associated with rib subluxation, a condition...
A broken arm often occurs when falling onto your outstretched hand, resulting in a fracture of one of the three bones in your arm: the radius, ulna or humerus. A broken arm will limit your yoga practice, but it doesn't mean you have to stop...
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during a woman's childbearing years. Three out of four women have uterine fibroids at some point in their lives; but some yoga poses may help prevent or shrink already...
Relaxing and meditative yoga poses can help you slow down and reduce stress. A type of yoga, called restorative, was designed with the purpose of relaxing and restoring the body. Restorative yoga poses are held for long periods, with the...
Every month, your liver and kidneys break down excess estrogen and progesterone. If the liver and kidneys are unable to efficiently do their job, these hormones remain in your bloodstream, sometimes resulting in irregular periods. Specific yoga...
When the eustachian tubes in your ears are obstructed, your ears may become plugged. Plugged ears are usually caused by colds, allergies or a change in elevation. Certain yoga poses may bring temporary relief. A plugged ear may also be a sign of a...
Ringing in the ears, a condition knows as tinnitus, affects one in five people, according to the Mayo Clinic. Yoga improves circulation throughout the body, and specific asanas, or poses, can bring relief to those with tinnitus. Because tinnitus...
Depression is a chronic illness that affects the way you think, feel and behave. Stress is a big part of depression, and yoga helps relieve stress. Opening yoga poses, practiced regularly, may help combat depression. As with any new exercise...
Anxiety is a normal part of life, but if it becomes persistent, anxiety can have a negative effect on your work, sleep or relationships. Yoga teacher and psychotherapist Rolf Sovik recommends yoga to relieve symptoms of anxiety. In some cases,...
The lymph system, short for the lymphatic system, assists the immune system in protecting your body from infection and disease. It also circulates lymph, a transparent fluid that helps remove toxins. Yoga, an ancient system of holistic health,...
Pinched nerves can cause pain in the neck and back that makes many yoga poses such as forward bends, headstands and shoulderstands impossible or at least incredibly uncomfortable. Certain yoga poses, however, can relieve tension in the back and...
Yoga is one of six orthodox traditions of Indian philosophy. One part of a yoga practice involves stretching positions, also known as poses or asanas. Specific yoga poses may relieve soreness in the legs, but overstretching may only make the pain...
A muscle strain is the result of an overstretched tendon or muscle. In severe cases, the muscle may actually tear. According to the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center College of Medicine, anyone can develop a muscle strain, but they are...
Regardless of whether you are a teen or an adult, married or single, finding the right friends improves your sense of well-being and feelings of belonging. According to the book "Vital Friends: The People You Can't Afford to Live Without," finding...
Yoga is typically a minimalist way to exercise. Yoga has been practiced for centuries, and you can be sure that the first yoga enthusiasts didn't have high tech mats and straps to hone their craft; but the equipment can help you achieve deeper...
Program Description Yoga doesn't just increase flexibility. Certain poses can lift mild depression. Next time you feel blue, try this version of Reclining Bound Angle Pose, a gentle heart-opening asana. It will stretch your inner thigh and groin...
Many parents worry about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS. They try to do whatever they can to limit the risks to their child. One of the factors that is known to help prevent this condition is putting your child to sleep on his back. The...
Various yoga and meditation products can help to make your practice easier and more comfortable. Before you begin a yoga or meditation practice, you should have certain basic tools at your disposal to facilitate difficult postures, promote correct...
According the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor and Statistics, as of 2010 there are more than 80 types of massage practiced in the United States. Depending upon the type of massage being performed, different supplies may be required....
Although yoga may be performed without any special equipment, yoga accessories---usually referred to as props---help a person achieve better alignment in poses. Props can maximize a stretch, make certain poses more accessible and contribute to...
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