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I have undertaken these asanas to the best of my ability.
They are not perfect, but I hope they provide you with an
indication of the level of my practice. Asanas comprise only one of the eight limbs of yoga. The eight limbs of yoga are: -
Yama ethical disciplines
Niyama self observation Asana posture Pranayama breath control Pratyahara sense withdrawal Dharana concentration Dhyana meditation Samadhi a state of peace and joy |
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| In the Yoga Sutra, Patanjali tells us 'Posture is steadiness and ease. Asana (resting in a posture) happens when effort ceases and meditation occurs.' |
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| Hanumanasana | Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana A | |
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| Marichyasana A | Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana | |
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| Urdhva Dhanurasana | Padmasana | |
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| 'Practice and all is coming' Sri K Patthabi Jois | Om Mane Padmai Om. I am the jewel within the Lotus | |