Master Difficult Yoga Poses with Essential Props
Props aren't a shortcut; they are your best friends on the mat. I'll show you how to use blocks, straps, and walls to build strength, deepen your stretches, and practice safely—no matter your level.
Using a chair, blocks, and the wall to work on a standing split variation. This setup provides stability and allows me to focus on the stretch.
A simple but effective stretch using the wall to lengthen the spine and open the shoulders. This is a great prep for handstands.
Using a chair for a supported fish pose. This is a wonderful restorative backbend that helps to open the chest and relieve stress.
Practicing Natarajasana (Dancer's Pose) on my terrace with a strap. The strap helps me get a better grip and deepen the backbend without compromising my alignment.
A short flow using the yoga wheel to practice a headstand and a supported backbend. The wheel is a versatile prop for both strength and flexibility.
A glimpse of my workout routine, which includes kettlebell swings for strength and cobra pose for flexibility. A strong body supports a deeper yoga practice.
Restart, Reset. Sometimes a simple push-up practice is all you need to build the upper body strength required for arm balances.
A twisting seated pose that challenges balance and flexibility. This is Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana, or compass pose, a great hip and side body opener.
A challenging balancing pose, Visvamitrasana, practiced outdoors. This asana requires open hips, flexible hamstrings, and a strong core.
Another variation of a twisting balance pose, this one in a squat. These poses are great for building focus and stability.
About Yoga with Props (Your Best Friends)
Most people think props are for beginners, but I use them every single day to get deeper into my stretches and hold challenging poses longer. When you book a session, we won't just flow—we'll use a chair or wall support to fix your alignment in real-time, especially if you're struggling with tightness in your hamstrings or shoulders.
Yoga with props is my absolute favourite way to practice, especially when progress feels slow. People often think using blocks or straps is a sign of weakness, but trust me, it’s actually a sign of intelligence. It’s about being kind to your body while pushing your limits safely.
Why we use props in our sessions:
- Alignment is Key: Whether we are using a chair for a supported backbend or blocks for a standing split, props act as an extension of your arms. This ensures you aren't straining your back or neck just to reach the floor.
- Building Strength: You can actually build more muscle when you use a yoga wheel or wall support to hold inversions longer. It gives you the stability to focus on form rather than just balance.
- Deepening the Stretch: Using a strap allows you to find that "sweet spot" in your hamstrings without feeling like you're going to snap.
Whether you join my 1-on-1 personal coaching online or we practice in-person at your home in Bengaluru, we will use whatever you have available. You don't need fancy studio gear—I’ve taught students to use sturdy chairs, walls, and belts from their own homes to master challenging asanas. If you've been avoiding yoga because you feel "too stiff" or "unbalanced," this is exactly where we start. Let's bend so we don't break.
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