Vinyasa yoga has become one of the most commonly practiced styles of Yoga in the West today. This dynamic style of Yoga is invigorating for the both the body and mind.
Vinyasa yoga often includes components stemming from Ashtanga yoga such as sun salutations, yet there are no predetermined asana sequences and many instructors have developed their own sequences using different asanas and transitions. You may find vinyasa classes also alled "flow yoga" or "power yoga." Classes are sequenced not only to develop internal awareness, but to also build heat and have an energizing effect. Most teachers include music to enhance the flow and rhythm of the class.
Vinyasa is a flowing sequence of poses that connect movement with breath - linking the two together. It is important to remember, vinyasa is not just a sequence of movements; Vinyasa, like all forms of Yoga, connects a meditative practice, a practice with intent to awaken our consciousness, with our movements. Without that intent and meditative approach, it's just calisthenics.
As you flow from one pose to the next, allowing your breath to carry you through, you realize the fluid nature of our bodies. As your body and your movements become more fluid, so do your thoughts and your adaptability.
Vinyasa yoga helps us to develop an awareness of the present moment that links each action to the next - one breath at a time. An approach that is helpful not only on the yoga mat, but in our day to day life as well.
Texas, Certified Personal Trainer & Yoga Instructor (E-RYT) at The Fitness Underground- Los Angeles
http://www.thefitnessunderground.com
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