How to use a Yoga Strap

A Yoga Strap can help you reach limbs such as feet and hands during certain postures where you have limited flexibility.

For example in the Sitting Forward Bend (Paschimottasana) you would use the belt looped over your feet and held in each hand to assist with moving the body into the full posture. A strap can be referred to as a Yoga prop, as it helps you in your practice.

So if you having trouble with a pose that requires you to grasp your feet or arms, a strap will allow you to do this, and hold the pose for a longer period. With time you should be able to attain the full pose without the use of the strap

Other props that may be of use to you include Yoga Bolsters and Yoga Sand Bags.