Ashtanga Asana Posters
by Matthew Sweeney
Ashtanga Primary
Series Poster
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Ashtanga Intermediate
Series Poster
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Moon Sequence Poster: Chandra Krama
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The Primary and Intermediate
Series Posters
The Primary and Intermediate Series Posters are for practitioners and teacher's
of traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga who want an easy reference guide for practice
that also serves as a lovely decorative element in your practice space or school.
These large 28" x 40" black and white
posters have clear, easy to follow details of all the relevant movements and
breaths between postures. Each poster also includes the correct Sanskrit transliterations
and the traditional Vinyasa counting for every pose.
Moon Sequence Poster: Chandra Krama
This sequence is designed
for maximum accessibility for practitioners of any level.
It is particularly designed for beginning students, experienced
students who want to add variety to their routine, or those
who just want a gentler practice for whatever reason.
For experienced practitioners Chandra Krama is
intended for practice on the full moon and the new moon. Practicing an alternative
gentle sequence at these times of the month is ideal so you can avoid strain
and injury. It is also helpful to become aware of your changing internal condition
as influenced by the waxing and waning moon. This sequence is also recommended
when you are feeling tired or incapable of doing your regular practice. Practiced
with patience Chandra Krama is rewarding and strengthening.
Although there are no jumps in this sequence the
core principles of movement and breath are maintained. The emphasis of Chandra
Krama is on the hips and mid-section of the body, with decreased emphasis on
upper body strength and the knees. The Moon sequence is a great alternative if
you find the particular focus in the traditional series has caused some instability,
injury, or is simply unsuitable for you. This has therapeutic benefits, giving
you the chance to continue a regular practice without adding further strain or
injury to a problem. You will give your body the chance to heal, and you can
then step back into your regular practice sooner rather than later.
This large 22" x 34" black and white
poster has clear, easy to follow details of all the relevant movements and breaths
between postures.
All three posters have been created
by Australian yoga instructor and author Matthew Sweeney for his students. They
are popular in Ashtanga Yoga Shalas and practice spaces throughout the world.
This poster
also comes laminated. The thin, optically clear, high
gloss, polyester lamination protects the poster, increases
durability and makes it possible to clean it with a damp
cloth. Plus the lamination really brings out the colors
of this already vibrant and beautiful item. For those
who plan on framing the poster, it means you can leave
out the glass if you want to.
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