<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhen you’re shopping around for a yoga sup boards, it’s best to ignore the marketing hype. There are specialized boards that are marketed specifically for yoga on the water, but you still need to pay attention to the boards size and specifications.. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regardless of your skill level, you’ll want to pay closer attention to things like board length, weight and hull shape instead. Here are some of the main features that will have the biggest effect on you during your yoga sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hull Shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Yoga boards tend to have rounded noses – known as a planing hull. They are different to, say, a touring board that would have a pointed nose, known as a displacement hull. An all around paddle board will tend to have a shape that is somewhere in the middle of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore you may be able to use an all around board for SUP yoga, but likely wouldn\u2019t be able to use a touring board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deck Padding <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Having a sft but grippy deck pad, or a traction pad, is crucial to a quality built yoga SUP – as this effectively acts as your yoga mat. You want a deck that is comfortably padded so that you don’t feel strain against your joints during your SUP yoga session. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some deck pads will have grab handles in the center of them, so it\u2019s often better to opt for yoga boards as these tend to have handles on the sides, not the center. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ease of Use <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Your board\u2019s ease of use is also important to consider, especially since SUP yoga tends to be a solo sport. Unless you’re using a tandem paddle, you’ll likely be going out on the water by yourself. For this reason you want to be able to handle the board all on your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some nice features to look for include grab handles on the side so that you can easily maneuver your board around. Having an easy to reach location where you can strap down your paddle is also helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bungee Rigging <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Bungee rigging is a great feature to look for in a yoga SUP. The best paddle boards will be long enough that bungee rigging on the front or back won’t take away space from your yoga stretches. Bungee rigging can be great for holding down personal belongings like a dry bag, your yoga gear, or even your water bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Versatility <\/h3>\n\n\n\n The best type of SUP board is one that you can use for a variety of activities. There are a range of boards that were meant to be used for yoga as well as other water activities like recreational paddling. Often, these types of boards will have features like removable fins and bungee straps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ask yourself what type of activities you want to do with your board and then shop with your needs in mind. If you want a board that can transition from yoga to paddle board, then a board with a narrower nose might be a better fit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Likewise, if you want maneuverability, then you can shop for a board with a bit of tapering in thickness. While you will lose some stability, you\u2019ll get to use your board for water activities outside of yoga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: What are the differences between Yoga SUP boards vs regular all-around paddle boards?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion <\/h2>\n\n\n\n SUP paddle boarding is such an exciting and relaxing water activity to enjoy. The best way to make sure that you get the most out of your water yoga session is by picking a great board. One that offers stability, comfort, and can handle the most challenging yoga exercises are all features to look for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I hope this guide helped you understand a little bit more about what you need to look for in a great yoga paddle board. Do you have a board that you absolutely love taking out for your yoga stretches? Be sure to share your model with us in the comments section below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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