10. The principles we utilise through
the Viniyoga of Āsana practice are
a fair attempt in this direction.
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9. It is not humanly possible to adapt Āsana
practice to respect all the considerations.
Hence, a safe compromise that produces
certain positive effects and limits negative
effects is the only proper alternative.
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8. There is also a restrictive
fight-flight-freeze response
which, in no time, can change
the physiology of the body.
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7. When the body gets used to certain things,
less awareness about them seems to happen.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
6. It can be said no human body is perfect.
As such there are definitely certain
vulnerable parts and some strong aspects.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
5. The body undergoes many changes
and then there are many influences on it
through oneʼs work, interests and otherwise.
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4. These days people begin Āsana practice
at different stages of their life.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
3. Āsana practice seems to mean
different things to different people.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
2. Most of the Āsana are not close
to the postures of the body we use
in our daily life and its activities.
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1. Yoga emphasises that Āsana must not be neglected,
it is a valid tool that needs a precise application, hence
respecting that there need to be guidelines when choosing.
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10. Stick to the conventions of technique unless there is a reason to change them.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
9. Make the practice shorter than the time available.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
8. Keep it simple and consider how to spend more time in fewer Āsana.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
6. Consider its relationship to both short term and long term goals.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
5. Plan for others as it applies to them, not as it applies to you.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
4. Ask yourself what is most effective.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
3. Remember ‘can’ is not the same as ‘should’.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
2. Hold the reflection that practice is a means, not an end.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
1. Be clear about your purpose.
The Viniyoga of Planning Principles Guidelines – Collected & Collated
In terms of practice planning the spirit of Viniyoga
is achieved by two broad means:
1. The selection of practice material that is appropriate
to the needs and circumstances of the student.
2. The intelligent use of Vinyāsa Krama.
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