Do you practice yoga on a regular basis? Ever wondered if there is a specific yoga technique that has amazing health benefits? Well, we do have one such yoga technique – vinyasa krama.

Would you like to know more? Keep reading!

Vinyasa Krama And The Five Sequences – An Overview:

Vinyasa krama, also known as ‘wise progression’, is one of the many effective yoga techniques. The five new sequences have been developed by Matthew Sweeney. He is a yoga teacher who has studied Oki-do, Zen Shiatsu and Iyengar styles of yoga. He finally settled into practicing Ashtanga. He has been a teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga since 1996 and has since developed his own unique sequences that provide healing effects without being too difficult to practice.

What Are The Five Unique Sequences?

If you follow the instructions provided by Matthew Sweeney, the ancient Yogic practice can be experienced in a new avatar with five new Vinyasa series. These series are known as:

1. The Moon Sequence
2. The Lion Sequence
3. The Bound Sequence
4. The Flying Sequence
5. The Fifth Sequence

Each sequence or series focuses on various physical and mental aspects to create a complete yoga program that is suited to all levels of ability. The sequences develop through basic, intermediate and advanced asanas. The first two series work well as an introduction to yoga for novices while the others have wonderfully inspiring possibilities for individuals who have already experienced the practice of yoga. Alternatives are given to each sequence with safe and practical guidance so that practitioners can adapt to various individual injuries as well as difficulties.

Each one of the five sequences is connected to defined meditation and breathing techniques. These techniques are safe and attainable regardless of the level of ability of the individual practicing them. Vinyasa Krama is a unique and extensive resource for teachers as well as students of any tradition of yoga.

Benefits Of Vinyasa Krama:

The various benefits that you can gain with the yoga practice of Vinyasa Krama are as follows:

1. Development of self-awareness
2. Improvement of strength, posture, flexibility and physical lightness
3. Improvement of the immune system
4. Lowering of blood pressure
5. Lowering of depression, anxiety and stress
6. Elimination of back pain and other problems that affect the muscles and ligaments
7. Regulation of attention span
8. Development of stronger concentration and alertness
9. Regulation of emotions and improvement of moods
10. Creation of positive thought
11. Creating a connection with yourself and others on a level that is more positive and meaningful

Vinyasa Krama Approach:

For a strong practice of this yoga, the approach that needs to be taken is to concentrate on breathing. When the primary focus is kept on your breath, you can achieve strength, clarity of thought, as well as flexibility.

By focusing on breath, you work for the development of:

• Victorious breath, also known as Ujjayi breath
• Directional and locational breathing
• Length of breath that is adequate
• Holds that you take after breathing in and breathing out
• Your awareness about the profound and enigmatic qualities of breath

With the asana of Vinyasa Krama, you work with:

• Postures, both dynamic and static
• Posture as well as counter-posture
• Sound that is present within posture
• Breath ratios that come with posture
• Intelligent sequencing

The fact that Vinyasa Krama and the five unique sequences are ideal for any level of yogic practice makes it perfect for students as well as for teachers of this art. With it, you can gain many health benefits and find inner peace and tranquility as well.

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