Traversins et coussins de yoga

We always say that in order to practice yoga the only thing you really need in terms of equipment is a good tapis de yoga. So, in general, you do not need a yoga bolster to practice yoga, but many people who practice yoga like to have one, and it will certainly help with many different poses. A yoga bolster is used to support the body in various poses. Considering they are a relatively inexpensive addition to your kit de yoga, a yoga bolster is certainly worth investing in.
They are used in many different styles of yoga, particularly Yoga Iyengar, a type of restorative yoga which is all about the correct alignment using yoga props to help achieve positions. Yoga bolsters can also benefit you during meditation to ensure that you are comfortable and relaxed no matter what position you are choosing to meditate in. If you are attending a yoga studio class, you will find that there is equipment on offer that you can borrow for the session. This will help you gain a better understanding of the different sizes and shapes of yoga bolsters and how they are used. You can then go away and purchase your own in confidence, knowing that it is the right thing for the style of yoga you are practising.

When you start to look at purchasing your own yoga bolster, you will realise that there is a myriad of choices on the market. It can't be hard to know which is the best choice for you, and in some ways, it does depend on what you want it for. You might find that one shape and style of yoga bolster works well for restorative yoga practice, whereas a different one is better for meditation. There is some crossover between yoga, cushions and yoga bolsters, but when we talk about bolsters, we are referring to the three main types, cylindrical bolster, Traversin rectangulaireLa mitre cylindrique peut être plus courte ou plus longue. Parmi ces trois formes principales, il existe également des variations de taille ; par exemple, les traversins cylindriques peuvent être plus courts ou plus longs. Vous constaterez également une nette différence de poids entre vos traversins de yoga, et cette possibilité doit être prise en compte si vous comptez les transporter régulièrement en classe. Le poids de votre traversin de yoga varie en fonction du rembourrage que vous avez choisi, et les rembourrages dépendent à nouveau de l'utilisation que vous ferez de votre traversin. Le rembourrage le plus lourd se présente sous la forme d'écales de sarrasin, et ce sont de bons rembourrages pour un soutien solide et robuste. Il existe également un rembourrage en fibres, qui peut aller du polyester au coton et à d'autres matériaux synthétiques.

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Bolster cushions for yoga have a variety of uses. For example, in the pose of a child, the bolster is placed on the floor and, as you bend forward, is used to support your chest and upper body. Other yoga bolster poses include the supported fish and supported bridge. Generally, the support is placed where your body may not be strong enough to hold itself up otherwise.

Ainsi, dans le pont soutenu, il passe sous le bas du dos, et dans le poisson soutenu, il s'étend le long de la colonne vertébrale et du haut du dos. Non seulement il apporte un soutien au corps, mais il permet également d'approfondir l'étirement tout en veillant à ce que l'alignement du corps reste correct. Cela peut aider à minimiser le risque de blessure si vous débutez dans le yoga et que vous avez l'impression que votre corps n'est pas encore assez souple pour réaliser toutes les poses seul.

In meditation, the yoga bolster can be placed under your feet because some people find that laying flat is not good for their spine, especially if they have had back trouble in the past. When sitting against a wall, the bolster cushion can provide support and ensure a nice, straight, elongated spine.

Experienced yogis also use their buckwheat yoga bolster to enhance and deepen stretches and challenge the body to do more. Most of these poses will use cylindrical bolster cushions.

Les rembourrages des traversins de yoga sont variés. La fibre creuse de polyester est un rembourrage de type coussin courant et est souvent utilisée dans les traversins d'entrée de gamme.

It's similar to the material used in your sofa cushions, so you can see why it doesn't have a lot of stability and will quickly become flat and less plump than when you bought it.

It does depend on what you are using your yoga bolster for, and for some people, bolster cushions filled with polyester hollow fibre are perfect. They are lightweight and good for carrying to yoga class.

Kapok is another material used to fill yoga bolsters in the UK. It is a natural fibre which means it's sustainable as it comes from the Ceiba tree when the seed pods are harvested. This makes it eco-friendly but does not overcome the problem of your yoga bolster flattening over time.

That's not to say a kapok-filled bolster does not have a place, but if you are using your bolster for heavy support, you may prefer something a little more solid. And that is where buckwheat husks come in. Buckwheat is a heavy-duty alternative to the beanbag. It's also completely natural, making it sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Les traversins remplis de sarrasin sont les plus lourds du marché, mais comme ils sont remplis de milliers de petits grains de sarrasin, ils sont très malléables et se déplacent pour créer le meilleur soutien possible. Comme pour un pouf, vous pouvez enlever ou ajouter du rembourrage pour obtenir la fermeté souhaitée.

The best material for yoga bolster largely depends on what you plan to do with it. Bolsters come in many different sizes and should be picked according to your own height and weight. However, as already mentioned, it does depend on how portable you need your yoga bolster pillow to be, especially if you are going to be carrying it backwards and forward to yoga class. The cylindrical shape cushion is often used to support the spine and lower back because of its ergonomic shape. Flat bolsters can be used to provide cushioning between you and the floor, and rectangular bolster cushions are good for meditation. However, that does not mean you have to purchase them in all shapes and sizes. They are versatile yoga props that can be used in many different scenarios. Foam yoga bolsters can be quite firm, as can buckwheat husks. Kapok and polyester stuffing tend to be softer and have more give. Using a bolster in yoga tends to be a personal choice, and whatever you find most comfortable is likely to offer you the most benefit. All bolsters should have a bolster cushion cover which tends to be removable, making it suitable for washing. You can have vinyl-covered yoga bolsters where the bolster cushion covers are not removable; instead, you simply wipe them down, but these can get slippery when you sweat.

La taille idéale d'un bolster de yoga varie beaucoup, en fonction du style de yoga que vous pratiquez et de ce que vous cherchez à soutenir. Un bolster de yoga traditionnel mesure environ 24" x 10" x 5", et a été spécialement conçu pour être utilisé dans les cours de yoga réparateur. Sa forme cylindrique est conçue pour s'adapter parfaitement à la colonne vertébrale ou sous les genoux afin de fournir un soutien dans diverses poses. Les traversins plus longs, de type restaurateur, ont une longueur de 28 pouces, une largeur de 12 pouces et une profondeur de 6 pouces. Ils conviennent mieux au soutien du corps pendant la méditation. Il n'existe pas de solution unique pour les postures de yoga ; cela dépend vraiment du style de yoga que vous pratiquez et de vos besoins en tant qu'individu. C'est l'un des avantages de pouvoir essayer différents supports de yoga dans un studio de yoga. Cela vous donne l'occasion de voir comment ils fonctionnent et soutiennent le corps et donc de déterminer quel type de bolster de yoga vous convient le mieux. Cependant, de la même manière que les gens n'aiment pas vraiment utiliser les tapis de studio, la plupart d'entre eux souhaitent avoir leur propre traversin de yoga car il n'est pas naturel d'utiliser quelque chose que tout le monde utilise.

Picking the perfect yoga bolster is a bit like choosing a new pillow or mattress. Everyone will prefer something a little bit different. If you are using your yoga bolster in restorative yoga, you might need something a little bit firmer otherwise, you could find yourself needing to add even more height by rolling up yoga towels and couvertures. It is important to be correctly positioned during restorative yoga as the poses tend to be held for a lot longer. This is why firmer yoga bolsters are better for the job. If soft pillow bolsters are used in this case, the pressure of the body will cause the filling to collapse, and the pose will not be correctly aligned, and therefore, instead of benefiting the body can cause problems. Soft bolsters do have a place, specifically in recovery from injury, providing cushioning and support to the area of the body that was injured. They can also be good in meditative states where you are simply supporting the body in the corpse pose where laying completely flat would not be comfortable. 

Yoga bolsters can have a relatively long life, provided you look after them. It is fair to say that the softer yoga bolster will lose its shape faster than some of the firmer alternatives. Again the softer yoga bolsters are more like sofa cushions, and we all know how they compress and lose their spring with repeated use. Buckwheat husk-filled yoga bolsters will keep the shape for a lot longer, but because there is less space inside them and the filling is coarse, this can, over time, cause the seams to pop open. However, we are still talking about several years of use and regular yoga practice. They are fairly tough and capable of surviving for a long time. Soft yoga bolsters can also suffer from a buildup of odour because they are more absorbent, especially if you are practising hot yoga and therefore sweating more. Generally, all yoga bolsters have couvertures amoviblesLes rembourrages souples comme le kapok et le polyester peuvent absorber les odeurs et il est plus difficile de s'en débarrasser. Dans ce cas, vous pouvez simplement remplacer votre traversin de yoga par un nouveau.

Les coussins de traversin cylindriques et les coussins de traversin rectangulaires sont déhoussables.
 Some of the very flat bolster cushions may not come with a removable cover.

The easiest way to clean your yoga bolster is to remove the cover and follow the washing instructions. Many will be machine washable and even able to go in the tumble dryer, but the care label will tell you everything you need to know, and you should follow the instructions on there. As previously mentioned, vinyl yoga bolsters can be wiped clean but also become slippery when sweaty.

Cependant, le vinyle protège le rembourrage intérieur de l'accumulation de sueur et d'odeurs. Vous devez vous assurer que votre traversin de yoga peut être aéré après l'entraînement. Pendant que vous lavez la housse, vous pouvez placer le coussin intérieur au-dessus d'un fil à linge qui tourne ou le suspendre à un fil statique pour l'aérer si le temps est sec.

If you feel like your yoga class was particularly sweaty. Make sure you don't zip your yoga cushion up into a bag and leave it there until the next class. Remove it once you are home, and give it time to dry out and air.