for Yoga
Stretch out relaxed on
the Air8 Cushion
für Yoga
Sitting on the floor in yoga
Sitting on the floor with your legs bent is one of the most important positions in yoga, and the basis for
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Pranayama (breathing exercises),
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Mantra-singing,
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relaxation, or
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meditation.
Ideally, the sitting posture with the torso erected should be held for several minutes. There are several seat variants, for example Padmasana (lotus position),
Muktasana (feet free in front of each other), Vajrasana (sitting on heels) or Sukhasana (sitting cross-legged).
sitting problems?
However, many people find it difficult to sit on the floor because it can cause pain or even injuries to joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles.
helps to sit upright without pain
"Ommm..."
The Air8 cushion centers the pelvis in the cross-legged position and provides a gentle hold from the front and back without forcing the pelvis into a stiff position. The spine can be stretched more easily and the stretch can be held longer. In this way, the Chakras can unfold one above the other along the vertical central axis.
The pelvis is slightly elevated on the Air8, which reduces the painful pressure on the hips, knees and ankles.
The Outstanding
Filled with air, the balloon-like Air8-cushion always tends to return to its original shape and at the same time works like an echo transmitter for the body, which absorbs and amplifies the body's vibrations. The result is a springy, floating feeling of being seated. The perception of the pelvic floor is much more delicate and intense on the Air8 cushion.
Due to the special nature of Air8 cushion, absolute body symmetry is supported. While other tools used in yoga - such as foam pillows or cherry stone pillows - passively adapt to the pelvic posture and thus promote possible pelvic inclination and the associated orthopedic problems, the Air8 cushion gives immediate feedback on pelvic posture and optimizes the perception of body symmetry along the central axis. The body is forced in a gentle way to maintain balance. This turns sitting on the floor unnoticed into a full-body workout, a kind of "relaxed tension" and "tense relaxation" at the same time.
The Air8-cushion enables
floor seats in many variations
The classic use as a floor cushion in the shape of a saddle. Ideal for sitting cross-legged, the gentle basic position for breathing exercises and meditation. The pelvic shell has space in the hollow of the pillow, the ischial tuberosities balance on the air cushion.
cushion stool
Raised seat made of two cushions placed one inside the other with a straight seat surface, suitable as a seat variant for people with reduced mobility. Here, too, the air filling supports the body's vibrations and gives great feedback.
arched cushion
The Air8 cushion can also be used in an upside-down - arch-like - position, for example as a narrow pad when sitting on the heel. By adjusting the amount of air, different degrees of hardness can be achieved.
wedge cushion
In a combination of two cushions, the upper Air8 can be positioned at an angle, so that a kind of wedge cushion is created, suitable for the lotus position and all sitting postures when the sacrum needs more straightening.
saddle cushion
Overview of seating options
Cross legged ( Sukhasana)
With feet in front of the body, crossed at knee level. The pelvis is centered in the hollow of the pillow, the ischial tuberosities are balanced on the airy surface. The torso floats, the spine can straighten up. Knees and ankles are relieved. This is a very gentle seat variant.
Supported cross-legged
If there is pressure or pain in the hips, knees or ankles, additional pillows can be used to support the legs and provide relief. Here, the Air8 cushions can be underlaid on both sides, i.e. on the saddle or arch sides, depending on whether z. B. the knee joints, the lower legs or the thighs need relaxation. By adjusting the amount of air, different levels of support can be achieved.
Raised cross legged position
ideal for people with orthopedic problems, such as hip osteoarthritis, for whom a deep seat is difficult. Two Air8 cushion placed one inside the other form an air stool. The pelvis can float in an elevated position, the body can enjoy meditation and pranayama happily and painlessly. If necessary, the legs can be supported with additional cushion for further relief.
... if the seat height should be increased even more, there are other variants:
Saddle stool
from 3 cushions
Double stool
4 cushions
Heel seat (Vajrasana) - Saddle variant
on saddle cushion. Knees slightly open to the side, heels under the buttocks. Pelvis centered, chest above the pelvis. Spine erect. Chin at right angles to the torso. Shoulders relaxed.
Heel seat - arched cushion