Ashtanga Yoga

Ashtanga Yoga: Practice & Philosophy combines Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga with the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali to form an organic whole. It presents them as two sides of one coin. This book explains how each of the eight limbs can be used within the Ashtanga Vinyasa System. Following an explanation of the basic techniques of breath, bandhas, and drishti, a comprehensive and thorough study of each position of the Primary Series is provided. This is done according to the traditional Vinyasa count. Clear and detailed descriptions and illustrations of the anatomical structures are included to complement this explanation. Further information about the mythological background of certain postures and the yogic context gives insight into the practice. There are also practical tips. A final section of this book presents a vibrant, authentic, and practical rendering the Yoga Sutra. This section lucidly explains the entire path to Ashtanga Yoga and makes it accessible as a realistic path for modern practitioners.