How To Use a Yoga Bolster

How to Use a Yoga Bolster

There are many ways to use a yoga bolster, and its placement depends on the posture and the type of support needed. For example, a bolster can be placed under the knees while lying in Savasana to provide support and reduce tension in the lower back. It can be positioned lengthwise beneath the spine to support a gentle chest-opening position, placed beneath the hips to provide elevation, or used beneath the torso during a supported forward fold. A bolster can also be used to support the body in side-lying and other restorative positions.

When using a yoga bolster, the goal is to find a comfortable and stable position rather than forcing the body deeper into a pose. Experiment with the placement and orientation of the bolster until the body feels properly supported. Different shapes and firmness levels can provide different types of support, so a round bolster may work particularly well for supporting the spine and opening the chest, while a rectangular yoga bolster can provide a broad, stable surface under the body.