There are so many different types of yoga to choose from nowadays. The common question I generally get is Vinyasa vs Ashtanga? Which now should I go for and which one is harder? Ashtanga and vinyasa yoga can be physically demanding. Both have a strong emphasis on asana and attract people who also want a […]
Ashtanga vs Vinyasa Yoga: Which Is Right For You?
There are many different types of yoga to choose from nowadays. The main differences tend to be based on the difficulty and the main focus of the practice. And so between ashtanga vs vinyasa, both are dynamic forms of yoga, and yet, they have several differences. Ashtanga yoga and vinyasa, or vinyasa flow, are two […]
Ashtanga Opening Mantra: Meaning & Significance (Plus Closing Mantra)
If you have ever practiced Ashtanga yoga, you will most likely have heard the ashtanga opening mantra at the very start of the class. Plus, if you are lucky, you may have heard the ashtanga closing mantra too. Chanting mantras is something that sets yoga and Ashtanga yoga in particular apart from your average exercise […]
The BIG Difference Between Half & Full Primary Ashtanga Series
Ashtanga yoga follows a set sequence of postures, commonly referred to as asanas. These asanas are designed in such a way so as to help the practitioner build strength and flexibility. The most common sequence practiced around the world is the primary series (mainly the Full primary Series), while most beginners practice the Half Primary […]
How Many Vinyasas In Ashtanga Primary Series?
Ashtanga yoga is also referred to as Ashtanga vinyasa yoga. Following a set sequence of postures, the breath guides us in and out of each asana throughout the practice. What makes Ashtanga yoga physically challenging is that each seated posture is linked with a vinyasa. And so a common question is how many vinyasas there […]
Can Ashtanga Yoga Build Muscle?
Ashtanga yoga is a physically demanding practice that is practiced all around the world. The Ashtanga yoga sequence moves the body through some challenging poses and so it is normal to wonder whether this practice can help build muscle. Ashtanga yoga can help build muscle. Three studies found that Ashtanga yoga helped build strength in […]
How Long To Learn Ashtanga Primary Series (Plus My 10 Tips To Help)
Ashtanga yoga is a set sequence of poses that is practiced the same all around the world. It is generally taught in a Mysore style setting, where each student slowly memorizes the sequence of poses and does need the teacher to guide the class. And so most beginners to Ashtanga yoga wonder how long it […]
How Long Does Ashtanga Primary Series Take?
When you go to an ashtanga yoga studio, you may notice that some classes are one hour long and others may be up to two hours long. But is it not a set sequence of poses? So it makes sense to wonder, how long does an ashtanga yoga class take, and in particular, how long […]
How To Practice Ashtanga Yoga Without A Teacher (My 8 Tips)
I have been a home Ashtanga practitioner ever since I moved away from my local studio. That was a long 6 years ago and so for the past 6 years, I have practiced Ashtanga yoga alone, without a teacher. There were times when I wished there was a teacher around as I would have progressed […]
10 Wonderful Ashtanga Yoga Benefits
For anyone who has ever practiced Ashtanga yoga, you may be able to create a long list of Ashtanga yoga benefits. Some benefits may be more obvious than others. For example, as it is a dynamic practice, you may have expected it to help build strength. Also, given all the weird and wonderful ways we […]