Yoga for Every Body: Modifications & Props

This is a reminder that not every pose has to be accessible to everybody. Every body is different. Here you can see a modified version of a backbend. It is so important to listen to your body, take modifications, and scale down on days you need to.

A good practice is one where we move with awareness and honor our bodies. There are no strict rules. This video shows different variations for poses like wheel and side plank. The most important rule is to listen to your body and do what works for you.

Here we explore modifications for several postures, including headstand and extended hand to big toe pose. The side-by-side comparison shows how you can adapt a pose to your current level of flexibility and strength.

Do you find it difficult to sit comfortably in Sukhasana (cross-legged pose)? Simply elevating your hips on a cushion can make a huge difference. It helps lengthen the spine and allows your knees to relax closer to the ground.

Child's Pose should feel restful. If it doesn't, here are some adjustments. Try widening your knees to give your lower back more space, or place a block or your fists under your forehead if it doesn't reach the ground.

Are you struggling with your seated forward fold (Pashchimottanasana)? This video shows how to use a cushion to elevate your hips and how bending your knees can release hamstring tightness, allowing you to fold forward from your hips with a long spine.