Adam Keen – Exploring the Modern Mysore Tradition of Ashtanga Yoga

Adam Keen – Exploring the Modern Mysore Tradition of Ashtanga Yoga

( www.keenonyoga.com | @adam_keen_ashtanga)


Adam discusses the modern Mysore tradition of Ashtanga yoga. He explores the early days of Krishnamacharya in the Mysore Palace and the emergence of a dynamic form of yoga.


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Key Points


• The modern Mysore tradition of Ashtanga yoga emerged with Krishnamacharya in the Mysore Palace, where a dynamic form of yoga started to take shape.
• The Ashtanga tradition is a modern tradition that has evolved over time, with influences from various teachers and adaptations to suit different contexts and individuals.
• The sequences in Ashtanga yoga are not fixed and rigid, but rather a general method that can be adapted to each individual's body and needs.
• The emphasis on specific details and postures in the modern Ashtanga tradition is a recent innovation and not a fundamental aspect of the practice.
• Understanding the historical roots and context of the Ashtanga tradition is important, but ultimately, the effectiveness of the practice should be judged based on individual experience and results.


Chapters


00:00 The Emergence of the Modern Mysore Tradition
07:54 The Development of the Ashtanga Sequences
16:02 The Origins of 'Ashtanga Yoga'
30:41 The Role of Myths and Rituals