Yoga blocks are used to modify poses and are helpful for beginners who may not have the flexibility or strength to perform certain poses on their own. Using the blocks to support various parts of the body, such as hands, feet, hips, and back, helps to achieve proper alignment and form during yoga practice. This means the correct muscles are engaged and stretched, allowing for faster progress.

It’s not just beginners who can benefit from using blocks in yoga. Yoga blocks can also be used to make poses more challenging, for example by allowing someone to go deeper into a pose.