Ashtanga, derived from Sanskrit words Ashta and Anga, is the union of the eight limbs of yoga, promoting a dynamic, athletic form of hatha yoga that promotes mental clarity and inner peace.
Where did ashtanga yoga begin?
Ashtanga Yoga, created by T. Krishnamacharya, was initially developed for K. Pattabhi Jois, influenced by Indian gymnasts. It evolved into various styles, including hot, flow, and power yoga.
Key principles and yoga practices
Ujjayi pranayama, drishti, vinyasa, and bandhas are essential techniques in yoga, with a six-day, six-week routine, with Saturday as rest day and moon days for women.
What is the purpose of Ashtanga?
Ashtanga practice focuses on mental clarity, mindful breathing, physical strength, flexibility, and endurance through intensive physical processes, focusing on inner limbs of yoga sutras.
Benefits Of ashtanga yoga
Ashtanga yoga offers numerous physical, mental, and spiritual benefits, including improved flexibility, breathing, balance, stamina, and muscle strength, as well as improved mental clarity and concentration.