The Mazé Method ASANA: Using a Stool for Backbends with Noah Mazé

Have you ever used a stool for backbends? Both round topped and square topped stools can be great props for yoga, and you can always fold a thin yoga mat and/or blanket to soften the edges a bit. Here is a sequence of backbends with a stool to get you inspired.

*precaution – make sure you warm up adequately and that you practice getting into and out of the the backbends on the stool safely; use a spotter at first to stabilize the prop.

stool back bends