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Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is an Ancient Science of practicing asanas. Discovered through Yoga korunta, and taught by Sri Tirumala Krishnamachar to Sri K.Pattabhi Jois and to their students creating a Lineage.
There are Vinyasas (specific Movements) in every asana, and The Movements are Synchronized with deep breathing.
"Trishtana"
There are three main aspects of the practice, Breathing, Drishti and Banda.
Breathing : Deep Ujjayi breathing is done during the practice, A soft sibilant sound is felt behind the throat, which also contributes to create Heat within the body and burns the Toxins in the form of sweat. The breathing also helps us to withdraw our sense of hearing from any external distractions we may hear .
Drishti : The Vision points. In each asana there are specific places we look at, for being centered and also to withdraw our sense of vision from any external distractions we may see.
Bandas : The Locks within the body, there are two Main bandas we hold throughout the practice. Mula banda and Uddiyana Banda. The practice of bandas has numerous effects on our subtle nervous system.
The proper synchronization of Bandas, Drishti along with breathing brings an uplifting energy for the practitioner, which makes the body feel lighter, thus making the movements more smooth and effective. With regular practice, the practitioner gets a Feeling of "Moving Meditation" during the Flow.
With proper guidance, Almost anyone can take this practice and Reap the benefits coming from it. A regular practice presents the practitioner with a strong, light and Healthy body.