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Backbends and Inversions: Ashtanga Yoga 2nd Series

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This is a strong blend of movement modalities. I like to say it’s a combination of first and second series Ashtanga with a little bit of third series sprinkled in.

First series develops core, hips, and upper-body strength for arm balances. It is traditionally regarded as a pre-requisite for second series, which includes backbends, inversions and arm balances of varying levels of difficulty.

But the truth is, both sequences contain many strong, therapeutic postures that are accessible to most people right away with the occasional modification. Rather than follow the traditional method, let’s get creative and explore.

Note: Monday morning’s hip class explores more of the primary (1st) series — try to do both classes for maximum benefit, along with Wednesday morning for backbends, and Friday am for all round strength and alignment.

 
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October 26

Ashtanga Half-Primary: Hips, Strength and Breath