How To Use an Ajnamat

February 5, 2020

Written by Gemma Pearce

February 5, 2020

Written by Gemma Pearce

You may have seen one of these strange looking spiky mats floating around the pages of instagram, and being raved about by your favorite yoga teacher, health advocate, or wellness blogger. It's likely you've wondered what all the fuss is about. Or, how lying on a bed of spikes can possibly be as relaxing as everyone says it is.

In this article we'll demystify the Ajnamat, and show you just a few of its many uses!

Suzan of @bringmeyoga demonstrates her favorite ways to use her Ajnamat Eco Lite

WHAT IS AN AJNAMAT, ANYWAY?

Ajnamat is a therapeutic massage mat that uses the centuries old technique of acupressure to restore health and balance to your body, bringing with it a sense of calm and wellbeing.

The mat and pillow combined have over 6,700 specially designed spikes that activate the body’s natural healing response, relieve tension, and unblock stagnant energy pathways.

Ajnamat is the only doctor recommended acupressure mat.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF AJNAMAT?

The benefits of acupressure and acupressure mats are wide ranging, and have been proven in multiple studies.

Just a few of the benefits that are constantly reported by our customers include:

Deeper sleep
Increased Energy
Significant reduction in pain, both chronic and acute
Stress and anxiety relief
Improved circulation
Boosted mood

Since Ajnamat is completely natural and non-invasive, it can be used as much you like, without the risk of harmful side effects like those from over the counter medications.

Ajnamat offers an easily accessible moment of calm in your busy day.

@travelling_yogigirl on her Ajna Eco Lite Set.

WHERE CAN I USE AJNAMAT?

Before we get to the 'how' of Ajnamat, let's look at the variety of places it can be used. The versatility and ease of transport makes Ajnamat the ideal wellness tool in so many situations, no matter how busy you are.

Here are some of our favorites:

Before bed for deeper sleep
On long haul plane rides
While working, either sitting or standing
After exercise to speed recovery
For heavy, tired legs
While meditating
In certain yoga asanas
While traveling
While reading, holding your baby, watching the stars, taking in some sun....the list goes on

A ritual you can practice anywhere...Ajnamat comes in a convenient matching tote for ease of transport.

HOW TO USE AN AJNAMAT

Here are just a few suggestions of uses for Ajnamat.

There are many variations of each position, and every person may like to customise them to suit their individual needs.

If you're brand new to the magic of Ajnamat, we suggest wearing a thin layer of clothing until you become accustomed to the unique sensation.

Hold each position for between 5-45 minutes to experience the best results.

BACK & NECK

GREAT FOR:

The most popular way to use the AJNAMAT, and our suggested starting point, is to lay with your back on the mat. Remember, if you are new to acupressure mats, you car wear a thin shirt, or place a thin sheet between your skin and the spikes until you are used to the sensation.

You can place your mat on any surface, such as the floor or bed.

Any intense sensation will dissolve after about 5 minutes and you can then expect to start to feel the benefits of the mat. Your muscles will relax and any feelings of pain, stiffness and tension should start to alleviate.

Ajna's unique body forming pillows provide a deeper release than those filled with hard foam.

HIPS AND GLUTES

GREAT FOR:

Excessive tension in the hips and glutes can cause a host of problems, such as back pain, and sciatica.

You can use your mat to massage into these areas and release tight muscles and fascia.

Using your pillow will increase the intensity and allow you to massage deeper into the muscle.

Take your Ajnamat or pillow to yoga for a pre or post class massage!

FEET & LEGS

GREAT FOR:

Heavy, tired legs
Improving circulation
Swollen ankles
Plantar fasciitis
Energy boost
Reflexology

Stimulation of pressure points in the feet, also known as reflexology, is said to affect areas of the feet that practitioners believe correspond with organs in other parts of the body.

Standing on your AJNAMAT can revitalize and refresh you. We recommend starting out in socks and working up to bare feet. After a while you may gently lift one foot up for a stronger effect on the standing foot.