Mass-produced yoga mats are readily available these days, thanks to B.K.S. Iyengar, one of the founders of modern yoga, who popularized the use of props. But some practitioners prefer to make or customize their own mats. Whether you have specific physical requirements---tall, broad-shouldered, a need for extra cushioning, wish to economize, or simply want a unique mat to match a personal practice, this guide will outline what you need to do.
Warm Up for Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini yoga practice involves the whole physical form. Kundalini warm up not only prepares the physical form, but prepares the energy centers for Kundalini practice. Namaste.
Understand Hot Yoga or Bikram Yoga
There are two types of "hot" yoga: Bikram Yoga and individualized yoga routines performed in a heated room. This article deals with Bikram Yoga, a specialized yoga routine developed by Bikram Choudhury.
Embellish Yoga Pants for Belly Dancing
Making your own tribal belly dance costume is one way to have a distinctive costume. Even without a lot of crafting experience, you can make a beautiful costume for performances or practice by embellishing a pair of yoga pants. Just adding trim around the waist can give your yoga pants a personal touch.
Do Yoga as an Un-Flexible Person
There is a common misconception that yoga can only be practiced by flexible people who can contort themselves into human pretzels. This is inaccurate: Yoga comes in many forms, and people of all ages and flexibility levels can practice it, if they stay within their physical ability.B.K.S. Iyengar, who designed a yoga system bearing his name, Iyengar yoga, uses props such as yoga belts, yoga blocks, ordinary folding chairs and thick woolen blankets to help students create a practice appropriate for their individual needs. Attending an Iyengar yoga class, you'll be offered a yoga block in certain poses if you cannot bend at the waist and touch your toes.Below are instructions for practicing Paschimottanasana (intense western-facing pose) and Utthita Trikonasana (triangle pose), using appropriate props.