What is Asthanga Yoga?
Ashtanga Yoga is a type of yoga exercise that involves moving from one posture (asana) to another asana in a specific sequence. It is considered a more intensive form of yoga. The specific sequence of asanas is joined by set of connecting movements which is called vinyasa. The vinyasa increases the temperature of the body which allows for better muscle flexibility and improved circulation.
In Sanskrit, ashtanga means eight limbs.' It is known as the yoga with eight components that includes: posture, ethics, morality, breath control, concentration, sense control; concentration, meditation, and absorption. The complete arrangement of asanas is broken down into three series known as primary, intermediate, and advanced. In the advanced series, there are more divisions. One moves quickly through the preset poses while staying focused on deep breathing.


