Adho Mukha Svanasana- Also referred to as Downward Dog. A Fundamental Pose that can be a transition, or held for a five count breath. Monday, May 4, 2020, (Part I), Why is a yoga practice unique? How is time spent on one's mat different from your jog around the block, your Orange Theory class, or any other type of physical work out? For me, I can easily say the incorporation of breathing techniques, and mind control, put a yoga practice into a completely separate category, elevating it far beyond any physical work-out that exists. Today, I'm focusing on the fundamentals of a yoga practice: Breath Mind Control/Focus Correct Alignment A far superior Adho Mukha Svanasana/Downward Dog. Shown, by the master himself, B.K.S. Iyengar. #yogagoals I'll begin, as always, with 10-20 minutes of breathing exercises/Pranayama , prayer, and meditation; I never jump directly into my Asanas/postures , as I want, and need, to take "stock" of m...
For the past decade I've had a yoga practice that has helped to shape and form me as a person. I hope you find this blog engaging and enriching, and use it to help shape your mind and body. Namaste