PHED 120a Study Guide - Final Guide: Adho Mukha Śvānāsana, Halasana, Pratyahara
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Pratyahara = withdrawing the mind from sensory stimulation (8 limbs of raja yoga or ashtanga yoga) Viloma = divided breath -> usually 4 equal parts or stages. Samavritti = equal breathing (inhalations and exhalation of equal duration) Dhyana = second phase of meditation and is a process of deep concentration. ^ ability to focus our attention without distraction. Vinyasa = coordinating movement with breath to flow from one pose to the next. ^ flo(cid:449) through your (cid:448)inyasas = half push up (chaturanga) -> upward facing dog -> downward facing dog) Ustrasana = camel pose (pose that hurts my back) Halasana = plow pose (pose that aj hates because it might hurt my back) = practices to follow in order to attain enlightenment. Ishvara devotion to the lord or humility: asana- posture, correct method of practice should bring lightness and an exhilarating feeling in both the body and mind, pranayama- breath control.
