For the environmentally conscious, bamboo yoga blocks can be an excellent alternative to synthetically-made varieties. While the manufacturing process for foam blocks often involves harmful chemicals and pollutants, bamboo yoga blocks are produced with the earth’s health in mind; many companies use recycled wood and eschew environmental toxins in their production methods. As a result, bamboo yoga blocks intrinsically support the yogic philosophy of “ahimsa,” or non-harm. Beyond their environmental safety, bamboo blocks offer other advantages. Compared to other common yoga block materials, bamboo is the most durable and longest-lasting; even though bamboo blocks may cost slightly more than other types of yoga blocks, it’s unlikely you’ll ever have to replace this kind — which could save you money in the long run. And in the unlikely event that you need to discard your bamboo yoga block, it will eventually biodegrade rather than sit forever in a landfill. For more details on how to use a bamboo yoga block in your practice, you can visit the website Yoga Blocks Central.
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