Best Yoga Accessories You Need in Your Kit 2024
Over 5,000 years ago in Northern India, the first ever yogis were just getting started. Nowadays (and due to recent lockdowns) more and more people are picking up a yoga mat in hopes to improve their fitness and mindfulness. Whether you’re striking a pose at home or at the studio, it can be tricky working out which props you need and how to use them.
Luckily, we’ve got you covered with our new and exciting range from Yoga-Mad. Whether you’re a lover of Iyengar, Power yoga or are just starting out, here are the Best Yoga Accessories You Need in Your Kit.
What Will This Guide Cover?
In this handy guide, we'll cover the following areas:
Our Top 5 Yoga Accessories
Best Yoga Mat
Our winner: Yoga-Mad Studio Pro Mat
Why We Love It...
✔ High density for shock absorption
✔ Ideal 4.5mm thickness for cushioning
✔ Slip resistance to keep you on your feet
Ideal For...
✔ Keeping beginners safe and supported
✔ Developing balance and flexibility
✔ Enabling greater freedom of movement
Our Verdict: Forming postures can be tricky and wobbly for novice yogis, but the Studio Pro Mat can really make you a ‘studio pro’. Whether you’re performing the sweeping moves of Kripalu or smooth Vinyasa, this mat has got you covered.
Best Yoga Block
Our winner: Yoga-Mad Full Yoga Block
Why We Love It...
✔ Scratch resistance for intensive use
✔ Lightweight EVA foam for easy lifting
✔ Great range of vibrant colours
Ideal For...
✔ Modifying poses to suit your capability level
✔ Providing cushioning and support for the neck and head
✔ Bringing the body to the correct posture alignment
Our Verdict: Yoga blocks are the most important part of Iyengar yoga (well, apart from a mat). Try using one to add cushioning in shoulder stands or lift in seated asanas. This Yoga Full Block can also double as a pose support for any Pilates enthusiasts!
Best Yoga Belt
Our winner: Yoga-Mad Lightweight Yoga Belt
Why We Love It...
✔ Comfortable cotton construction
✔ Adjustable length for pose versatility
✔ D-ring closure to secure strap in place
Ideal For...
✔ Increasing and lengthening range of motion
✔ Correcting your alignment in various asanas
✔ Building muscle strength by activating the right ones
Our Verdict: Yoga belts, or straps, are an essential piece of any yoga kit, but aren’t used as often as they could be. This 2m belt can ease you into trickier poses, whilst correcting alignment to prevent injuries for yogis experimenting with new poses!
Best Yoga Brick
Our winner: Yoga-Mad Hi-Density Yoga Brick
Why We Love It...
✔ High-density design doesn’t bend
✔ Lightweight so can be easily transported
✔ 3 dimensions for height variations
Ideal For...
✔ Maintaining the correct alignment in poses like Tadasana
✔ Supporting backbends in poses like Setu Bandha Sarvangasana
✔ Deeping stretches and engaging the core
Our Verdict: EVA foam blocks offer much more cushioning than traditional wooden ones, so if comfort is what you’re after, this prop is perfect for you. Simply incorporate the High-Density Yoga Brick into your asanas to improve awareness and accuracy.
Best Yoga Eye Pillow
Our winner: Yoga-Mad Organic Cotton Eye Pillow
Why We Love It...
✔ Refreshing and calming lavender and linseed scent
✔ Stunning range of colours to choose from
✔ Compact enough to squeeze into most bags
Ideal For...
✔ Cushioning the eyes during face-down poses
✔ Practicing relaxation and meditation
✔ Relieving stress and mild headaches
Our Verdict: The Cotton Eye Pillow is one of our favourites from the Yoga-Mad range. Lavender is used in aromatherapy to relieve stress, so this one’s sure to relax the mind after any yoga session. Unwind and find your zen with this lovely little prop!
No Need To Bend Over Backwards for Good Yoga Props
Our Yoga-Mad range includes all the essentials! Yoga can be an amazing fitness-builder and stress-reliever when you’re using the right equipment. Need a bag to keep all these incredible accessories in? Take a look at the Yoga and Pilates Kit Bag or Deluxe version that comes in two vibrant colour options. The best part is, both these bags can fit at least one of every single item listed above!
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Tags: Exercise, Fitness, Sports Equipment, Back Pain