Known as one of the more strenuoustypes of yoga, this ancient practice has been challenging yogis for decades.
What is Ashtanga yoga?
A newcomer would typically begin with the Primary Series and progress once they’ve memorized and mastered the sequence.
This system inspires followers to adopt a daily practice of yoga.
What are the health benefits?
Here are six health benefits worth noting:
Improves breathing technique.
Establishes mental strength.
Ashtanga is challenging, both physically and mentally.
“It constantly reminds you that you are capable of much more than you realize,” she says.
Boosts psychological well-being.
Researchers have found that Ashtanga yoga can be used as an intervention to improve psychological well-being.
Calms the nervous system.
“Ashtanga is a moving meditation focused on breath and precision,” says Quattrocchi.
May help with bone formation.
Reduces lower back pain.
The Ashtanga Primary Series includes postures that stretch and strengthen lower back muscles.
How to practice.
The poses are always practiced in this order and held for five full breaths.
