About Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar Yoga, named after and developed by B. K. S. Iyengar, is a form of Hatha Yoga that has an emphasis on detail, precision and alignment in the performance of posture (asana) and breath control (pranayama). The development of strength, mobility and stability is gained through the asanas. Iyengar yoga uses props to help the student, independent of their capabilities or limitations, reach the desired pose (asana). Blankets, belts, chairs, ropes, wooden blocks, and more are used in Iyengar yoga to reach a deeper penetration into the postures.

Advantages of Iyengar Yoga

• Gentler, slower yoga suitable for beginners, older and those with injuries.
• Boosts physical strength, stamina and flexibility
• Improves technique – precision, alignment and awareness in performing the yoga postures 
• Bestows greater powers of concentration and self control
• Helps in rehabilitation of old and new injuries
• Intensifies tolerance to pain and enhancing mental clarity
• Boosts functioning of the immune system

Alex

Alex is a certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor in Iyengar Yoga center in Moscow. He has been practicing Iyengar yoga since 2012 and teaching since 2015.

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