In this lesson we, provide teaching and practice techniques intended to decrease vata.
Objective
Be prepared to offer a general approach and to teach specific yoga techniques with the intention of decreasing vata.
Description
Note the typical calendar dates of vata season in the northern hemisphere, and in the southern hemisphere. When the intention is to decrease vata, describe a general approach to asana including the level of muscular effort and how you might approach strength and flexibility. Describe other approaches to asana plus a pranayama practice that can help to decrease vata. Note how music and other general energetic practices may help. Describe a focus for practicing particular pose categories and asana.
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