Ashtanga yoga is a flowing yoga style rooted in the vinyāsa krama practices of Krishnamacharya. It's adaptable to all levels of students.| Yoganatomy
We surveyed more than 900 practitioners to learn more about the mental, emotional, and spiritual effects of Ashtanga yoga.| Yoganatomy
More frequent home Ashtanga yoga practice was related to greater years of practice overall and increased mindfulness scores of practitioners.| Yoganatomy
In part 1 of this mini-series deconstructing one of the most universal aspects of yoga, the sun salutation, David Keil examines the anatomical aspects of the standing posture and how subtle variations can provide more grounding.| Yoganatomy
The bandhas can be understood as a multilayered concept including physical, energetic, metaphorical aspects and as an object of meditation.| Yoganatomy
Recent research evaluated the effects of two pranayama techniques. Researchers found the pranayama techniques did not cool the body.| Yoganatomy
Yoga and stretching both increase our flexibility. However, while increased flexibility is a benefit of yoga, it's not the main purpose.| Yoganatomy
The research study we summarize here suggests that muscle activation is greater during dynamic yoga transitions than during static poses.| Yoganatomy
Long-term Ashtanga practitioners typically practice consistently at home, rarely watch videos of Ashtanga, and focus on the subtle aspects.| Yoganatomy
Our breathing technique in Ashtanga may sometimes increase our sympathetic response in the short term, but ideally, we work towards balance.| Yoganatomy
Most practitioners were aware of their breathing in Ashtanga for at least half of their practice time. That increased with years of practice.| Yoganatomy
Research studies published in 2020 reported many health benefits of yoga including positive impacts on mental and physical wellness.| Yoganatomy