Yoga Blocks for Beginners and Advanced Practitioners – More Stability and Support in Asanas
For months, she had been trying to finally make progress in yoga. The exercises on YouTube looked so effortless, yet as soon as she moved into the standing forward fold known as Uttanasana on her non-slip yoga mat, she still felt the uncomfortable pull in the backs of her thighs. Her fingertips didn’t reach the floor, her back rounded, and the entire position felt strenuous and wrong. So she improvised: a stack of books under her hands was meant to compensate for the lack of flexibility and missing centimeters. But the books slipped away, the edges pressed unpleasantly into her palms, and there was no sign of a relaxed stretch or relief for the spine. Frustrated, she ended the session.
In a tutorial by one of the most well-known yoga YouTubers in Switzerland, she finally saw the solution: she demonstrated how a yoga block makes the forward fold—especially for beginners—more accessible. Supporting the hands on the block shortens the distance to the floor, allowing the back to stay straight while comfortably stretching the backs of the thighs. That very same day, she ordered a cork yoga block. When the package arrived a few days later, she immediately noticed its pleasant weight and grippy surface. In her next yoga session, she placed the block under her hands—and suddenly everything felt stable: her back stayed long, and the stretch was evenly distributed along the entire back of her body. No tension, no pain. After just a few weeks of regular practice with the block, she reached positions that had previously seemed unattainable. The frustration disappeared, and the joy of yoga returned.
Do you recognize this problem and want to give your yoga practice more support? In the isports range, you’ll find yoga blocks made of cork or foam for all training levels.
More Stability and Flexibility with a Yoga Block
Buying a yoga block is not an admission of limited flexibility. Think of it as smart equipment for a clean and safe practice. This compact prop bridges the gap between body and floor, enables correct alignment, and helps you move into even challenging asanas in a controlled way. Not only beginners benefit from the additional support: advanced practitioners also use yoga blocks to intensify stretches or explore new variations of classic poses.
Incorporating this versatile piece of equipment into your stretching routine creates a stable foundation for gradual progress. Instead of forcing the body into a posture, the support allows for proper technique from the very beginning, significantly reducing the risk of injury. Exercises with a block are ideal for back stretches, opening the chest, and improving hip flexor mobility. At the same time, they promote balance and activate the deep stabilizing muscles. Yoga blocks can also be used for relaxation exercises by placing the block under the back, head, or legs. You’ll quickly notice how the vagus nerve begins to calm.
Whether gentle yin yoga, dynamic vinyasa flows, or targeted mobility stretches: a high-quality yoga block makes your training more varied and safer.
Cork or Foam? The Right Material for Your Yoga Training
Cork feels warm, sits comfortably heavy in the hand, and develops even more grip when exposed to moisture. This very property makes cork yoga blocks the first choice for intense sessions: even when your hands get sweaty, nothing slips. The robust structure reliably supports body weight in weight-bearing poses. This high-density natural material is also biodegradable and 100 percent natural—a conscious choice for anyone who values sustainability.
If you prefer something lighter, choose a foam yoga block. EVA material weighs almost nothing, cushions gently, and reduces pressure in exercises where the block is placed directly under the knees, hips, or back. The soft surface feels pleasant on the skin—an advantage during longer yin yoga sequences or restorative sessions. Color options such as anthracite, blue, orange, or turquoise also add a fresh accent to your training mat. Yoga blocks made of foam and cork by the manufacturer Tunturi come in the standard size of 23 × 15 × 7.5 cm.
Three heights, one prop: depending on the asana, all blocks can be used upright, flat, or on their side. Combined with yoga straps and other yoga accessories, this creates a well-thought-out setup for your yoga practice at home.
Buy Yoga Blocks Online at isports
A good yoga block will accompany you for years. That’s why it’s important to focus on quality from the very beginning. Discover yoga blocks from the Tunturi brand in various materials and colors in the isports online shop—carefully selected and available immediately. As the exclusive distributor of Tunturi for Switzerland and Liechtenstein, we ship directly from our own warehouse. This means for you: tested quality, short delivery routes, and a team of experts who truly know the products. In addition to yoga accessories, isports offers a wide range of strength and cardio equipment from Reebok Fitness, adidas Fitness, Ironmaster, and other renowned manufacturers. Would you like personal advice before making a purchase? In our showroom in Lupfig, you can experience all products marked with the “In Showroom” badge live. Please schedule an appointment by phone or email in advance so we can take the time to answer your questions. The isports team looks forward to welcoming you!