Break free from the limitations of classical ashtanga yoga with the progressive and dynamic practice of Rocket® yoga. Th
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Table of contents :
CONTENTS
Asana Index ■ Acknowledgments ■ Introduction
PART I The Progressive Ashtanga Method
Chapter 1 The History and Philosophy of Rocket Yoga
The History of Ashtanga Yoga
The Birth of Rocket Yoga
The Rocket Philosophy
Chapter 2 The Fundamentals
Introduction to the Tristhana Method
Daily Cleansing Rituals
Chapter 3 The Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa Method
Introducing the Vinyasa
Incorporating Creativity
PART II Asana Library
Chapter 4 Standing Postures
Chapter 5 Seated Postures (Primary Series)
Chapter 6 Seated Postures (Rocket Intermediate)
Chapter 7 Inversion and Rest Postures (Finishing Series)
PART III The Sequences
Chapter 8 Classical Ashtanga Series
Sun Salutations
Standing Series
Primary Series
Intermediate Series
Finishing Series
Chapter 9 Original Rocket Yoga Series
Rocket I
Rocket II
Rocket Arms and Legs
Rocket III
PART IV Make the Practice Your Own
Chapter 10 Create Your Practice Plan
Scheduling Your Practice
Committing to Your Practice
Fulfilling Your Minimum Daily Requirements
Chapter 11 Customize Your Practice
Softening the Practice
Adding Challenging Variations or Transitions
Practicing Drills for Skills
Practicing Yoga During Pregnancy
References ■ About the Author and Project Editor ■ Earn Continuing Education Credits/Units