Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa Yoga, in the literal meaning of the words, iscleanse the practicing individual internally, both on a
the synchronistic application of movements alternatingspiritual as well as a physical level. Tradition has it that
between breathing and positions that are maintainedthis age old practice actually helps the individual
for extended periods of time. To simplify the meaning,outwardly also, as in preparing for life's' challenges and
the interaction of movements and breathing techniquesevents.
are utilized in particular manners in which the overallThe breathing process itself is designed to manipulate
effect is that each one is a foundation for the other.the palate, a process that results in vibrations caused
The Vinyasa is actually not considered a process, butby the breathing/physical movement mix, in the
each time a movement and a breath are made inpractitioners mouth, and heat up the breath as they
unison, the process is complete. What this breaksinhale. As with most Yoga techniques, the sweating
down to is when you are performing Vinyasa Yoga;process is intended to cleanse the body.
you are actually completing a series of Vinyasa.Vinyasa as a practice is also used in the practice of
There are rules that apply to this form of Yoga. Thethe simple procedure of making decisions. The
defining rules are that moving up and movementsindividual that has issues in making up his or her mind
expanding the forward aspect of the torso are utilizedsimply spends a few minutes cleansing themselves,
when inhaling. As exhalation goes, this is used forinternally as well as externally, and then, reportedly, the
condensing the abdomen and stabilization with gravityprocess of making the actual decision becomes far
oriented chi, or energy.more simple. In short, it provides decisiveness.
The purpose of Vinyasa Yoga is to completely