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Adarsh Williams

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Ashtanga Yoga: Strength Mobility Skill

Posted on January 19, 2017October 28, 2017

Full Body Dynamic Mobility [AIS], Now Available for Download!

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Floating tension in action. Certain yoga poses, li Floating tension in action. Certain yoga poses, like this Banded Firefly, are perfect Tensegrity structures. While we could argue that there is some “alignment” necessary, it’s actually the dynamic interplay of tensions that create the position. Alignment is boring, always stacking your body parts. On the other hand, Tensegrity-thinking is fun, dynamic, and always engaging. We can more easily recognize the interplay of opposites, both hard and soft, push and pull, inhale and exhale, and so on. . . . . #yoga #ashtangayoga #vinyasa #vinyasayoga #teamvinyasa #hathayoga #armbalance #handbalance #inversion #handstand #firefly #tittibhasana #tensegrity #tension #alignment #howto #tutorial #opposites
Empathy goes both ways. When I feel u Naturally, Empathy goes both ways. When I feel u Naturally, u feel me. . . . . #youfeelme #ifeelyou #empathy #nature #truth #dharma #connection #communication #listen #feel #bigpicture #goodvibes #yoga #community #unity #onelove #together #cometogether
Alignment is a flawed descriptor when it comes to Alignment is a flawed descriptor when it comes to yoga postures. You see, "alignment" brings to mind the idea of “stacking” our body-parts, one on top of the other in a line, much like a building. The problem with this model is that it’s compressional. And in yoga postures, compression is usually what we try to avoid. Like, a compressed disc, or compressed nerve. A better way to describe the ideal alignment in the yoga posture is “Tensegrity” or more precisely, Bio-Tensegrity which describes the body as a system of floating-tension. That is bones, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and connective tissues all creating mutual support throughout the system. Visvamitrasana ties these principles together nicely. When practicing, notice how dynamic tension is required throughout. In Tensegrity terms, we would say there is a balance between push and pull that helps maintain the pose. Yoga Sage Patanjali described this as the interplay of stability & ease. Do a quick google search for cool images of Tensegrity structures. And, while you are researching, note that our friends in the Rolfing/body-work world have been leading the thinking on this subject for many decades now. Have fun, and let me know what you think! Yoga-on my friend! . . . . #yoga #ashtangayoga #vinyasa #teamvinyasa #armbalance #yogatrick #yogatip #philosophy #alignment #tensegrity #principles
The shoulder is tricky, and finding stability is m The shoulder is tricky, and finding stability is mysterious. The banded plank position is a great way to activate/strengthen the rotator cuff & gives you a really good FEEL for the stable position. Collect about 20 reps of “screwing your shoulders into the floor.” Between sides, take a moment to sense the difference. *Animal workout partner optional . . . . #mobility #stretch #shoulders #strength #flexibility #fitness #fit #plank #plankchallenge #yoga #yogi #physio #bodywork #selfcare #bandworkout
In addition to morning yoga, I enjoy doing some st In addition to morning yoga, I enjoy doing some strength training in the afternoon. It’s a great way for me to decompress and have some fun. Here, I’m following a basic chest, back and abs series with dumbbells, monster band, and my trusty couch. Although the time lapse doesn’t quite capture, I did 8 sets of 8 reps with some Active Stretching and skill work mixed in. . . . . #strength #strengthtraining #fitness #fitnessmotivation #homegym #chestworkout #backworkout #absworkout #plank #lsit #gymnastics #bodyweightworkout #band #bandworkout #mobility #active #stretch #smartstretch
Sunday 2nd. #makingeverybreathcount . . . . #ashto Sunday 2nd. #makingeverybreathcount . . . . #ashtonkutcher #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #ashtangachallenge #mysore #mysorestyle #selfpractice #vinyasa #inversion #inversionaddict #backbend #backbends #breathe
Developing control in your Jump Through is a basic Developing control in your Jump Through is a basic hand balance that becomes the foundation of many inversions. Join my Ashtanga Yoga Video Workshop: + 75 minute Ashtanga Practice + Bodyweight Strength Training + Mobility specific to yoga + Self Myofascia Release + Tons of Actionable Takeaways to immediately implement in your teaching and practice. ⚡️link in bio⚡️ • • • • #yoga #ashtangayoga #yogapractice #primaryseries #mysore #mysorestyle #selfpractice #homepractice #mobility #flexibility #skills #tutorial #howto #adarshyoga #smartstretch
Who else enjoys yoga-ing in the morning sun? . . . Who else enjoys yoga-ing in the morning sun? . . . . #morning #morningmotivation #morningsun #morningpractice #yoga #yogapractice #ashtangayoga #ashtanga #vinyasa #riseabove #fromabove #timelapse
Warming up in Northern Europe. I even broke out my Warming up in Northern Europe. I even broke out my speedo today! 👙 . . . . #yoga #ashtangayoga #vinyasa #hotyoga #yogadude #selfpractice #meditation #movement #move #breathe #speedo #timelapse
How many cats do you need before calling it a zoo? How many cats do you need before calling it a zoo? . . . . #yoga #yogapractice #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #primaryseries #immunityflow #immunesupport #immunesystem #sunnyday #sunshine #positivevibes #tigerking #catranch #catsofinstagram
Who says there’s no pulling in yoga? Well, every Who says there’s no pulling in yoga? Well, everyone I guess, but that’s not the point. If you want to add some pull to your practice, use a band. Here, you’ll see a quick demo of the Ashtanga Intermediate Series using a band to enhance and strengthen positions.
Adding a band to your practice will build strength Adding a band to your practice will build strength & mobility, plus a cool new stimulus for your proprioceptive system. In this time-lapse, you will see me exploring various ways in which the band makes my Ashtanga Primary Series simultaneously easier and more difficult. #sweetpain
A simple broomstick can add loads of variety to yo A simple broomstick can add loads of variety to your mobility practice. Here, you’ll catch me researching, testing and working as much variety as I can think of within my Ashtanga primary series. Result? This felt amazing! Especially the assistance with shoulder and thoracic mobility.
Still celebrating 🥳 did my #birthday #backbend Still celebrating 🥳 did my #birthday #backbend again this morning. Thanks for the love everyone 🥰 #only44
So fun! This is a timelapse of my Ashtanga practic So fun! This is a timelapse of my Ashtanga practice on my 44th birthday...That's why I finish with 44 dropbacks. (The cat adjusted the camera there at the end🙃) *Bonus* I got the assisted squash in paschimottanasana!
Meanwhile in Holland... It’s still cold outside, Meanwhile in Holland... It’s still cold outside, so I’m attempting some indoor sun bathing by my window.
Constipated? Back Pain? Trouble Sleeping? Poor Bre Constipated? Back Pain? Trouble Sleeping? Poor Breathing? The Gut Smash is your medicine cabinet! Gut Smashing has been shown to help with a large variety of complaints. While many of us are trying to create a firm abdomen, we also want to develop a supple mid-section that we can completely relax. Use a soft kids ball or rolled up beach towel to begin. Just a few minutes...breathe into the pressure, contract/relax. . . . . #breathe #breath #diaphragm #selfmassage #selfmyofascialrelease #fascia #triggerpointtherapy #guthealth #gutsmash #yoga #yogapractice #selfpractice #selfcare #selfcaresunday #smartstretch
Just a quick to demo to share with you how quick y Just a quick to demo to share with you how quick you can erase scar tissue and rapidly increase your mobility using a simple myofascia release technique.
Weekend! Let’s chill get some smashing in: Mobi Weekend! Let’s chill get some smashing in: Mobilizing the facet joints of the thoracic spine is essential to resolve complaints related to the neck, back, or shoulders. Do this today and notice the huge improvement in your practice tomorrow 👊
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