You need flexible hips and hamstrings to do splits — so poses that stretch those parts of your body are key to getting your splits down. When you actually attempt front splits, you should have squared ...

I used to resist my need for blocks in yoga classes. Even though all of my instructors encouraged the use of props, I couldn't help but feel weak compared to those doing Standing Split without a yoga ...

The straps and foam blocks used in yoga classes are viewed by many as training wheels. But they can help even veterans get more out of their poses. Photo: Danny Ghitis for The Wall Street Journal Many ...

Yoga blocks aren't just for beginners. Here, yogi pros explain all the yoga block uses that can upgrade your practice—no matter what level you're at. Whenever I’m in a yoga class, I feel really bad ...

Gentle Full-Body Stretch | Day 12 of 21-Day Yoga Challenge Welcome to Day 12 of your 21-Day Yoga Challenge! This slow yoga ...

Yoga blocks are a popular piece of equipment beginner, intermediate and expert fitness fanatics have in their kit. Yoga blocks can, of course, be used in yoga and pilates classes, but are hugely ...

When you’re just starting yoga, the thought of getting into a headstand or crow pose can definitely seem intimidating. But you really don’t have to worry about nailing advanced-level positions to reap ...

It’s time to roll out your yoga mat and discover the combination of physical and mental exercises that for thousands of years have hooked yoga practitioners around the globe. The beauty of yoga is ...