Almohadillas y cojines de yoga

We always say that in order to practice yoga the only thing you really need in terms of equipment is a good esterilla 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, almohadilla rectangulary el cabezal delgado. Dentro de las tres formas primarias, hay también variaciones del tamaño; por ejemplo, los bolsters cilíndricos pueden ser más cortos o más largos en diseño. Usted también encontrará una diferencia distinta del peso en sus bolsters del yoga, y esta posibilidad necesita ser tomada en la consideración si usted va a transportarlos regularmente a la clase. El peso de su cojín del cojín del yoga variará, dependiendo de qué relleno usted ha elegido, y los rellenos dependen otra vez de lo que usted va a utilizar su cojín para. El relleno más pesado viene en forma de cáscaras del alforfón, y éstos son buenos rellenos para la ayuda sólida y resistente. También hay un relleno de fibra, que puede ser de poliéster, algodón u otros materiales sintéticos.

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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.

Así, en el puente apoyado, va por debajo de la zona lumbar, y en el pez apoyado, va longitudinalmente a lo largo de la columna vertebral y la parte superior de la espalda. No sólo proporciona apoyo al cuerpo, sino que también ayuda a profundizar el estiramiento al tiempo que garantiza que la alineación del cuerpo se mantiene correcta. Esto puede ayudar a minimizar el riesgo de lesiones si eres nuevo en el yoga y sientes que tu cuerpo aún no es lo suficientemente flexible como para lograr todas las posturas por sí solo.

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.

Los cojines de yoga tienen distintos rellenos. La fibra hueca de poliéster es un relleno habitual de los cojines y suele utilizarse en los almohadones básicos.

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.

Los almohadones rellenos de alforfón son los más pesados del mercado, pero al estar rellenos de miles de diminutos granos de cáscara de alforfón, son muy maleables y se desplazan para crear el mejor soporte. Al igual que un saco de judías, puede quitar o añadir relleno para crear la firmeza deseada.

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.

El mejor tamaño para una almohada de yoga varía mucho, dependiendo del estilo de yoga que practiques y de lo que quieras apoyar. Un bolster tradicional del yoga es cerca de 24 " x 10 " x 5 ", y éstos fueron diseñados específicamente para ser útiles en clases reconstituyentes del yoga. Su forma cilíndrica está diseñada para encajar perfectamente a lo largo de la columna vertebral o debajo de las rodillas para proporcionar apoyo en varias posturas. Las almohadillas más largas de tipo reconstituyente suelen medir alrededor de 28 pulgadas de largo, 12 pulgadas de ancho y 6 pulgadas de profundidad. Son más adecuados para sostener el cuerpo durante la meditación. No existe una solución única para todas las posturas de yoga; realmente depende del estilo de yoga que practiques y de tus necesidades individuales. Ésta es una de las ventajas de poder probar varios almohadones de yoga en un estudio de yoga. Le da una ocasión de ver cómo trabajan y apoyan el cuerpo y por lo tanto determinan cuál pudo ser el tipo derecho de bolster del yoga para usted. Sin embargo, de la misma manera, pues la gente no goza realmente el usar de esteras del estudio, la mayoría de la gente encuentra que ella desea un bolster del yoga sus el propios porque no se siente natural utilizar algo que todo el mundo está utilizando.

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 mantas. 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 cubiertas desmontablesSin embargo, los rellenos blandos como el kapok y el poliéster pueden absorber olores difíciles de eliminar. En ese caso, es posible que desee simplemente reemplazar su almohada de yoga por una nueva.

Los cojines de almohada cilíndricos y los cojines de almohada rectangulares son desenfundables.
 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.

Sin embargo, el vinilo protege el relleno interior de la acumulación de sudor y olores. Debes asegurarte de que tu cojín de yoga se pueda airear después de la práctica, así que mientras la funda está en la lavadora, puedes poner el cojín interior encima de un tendedero o colgarlo de un tendedero estático para que se airee bien, siempre que el tiempo sea seco.

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.