Assana Names Flashcards

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What is the first asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Surya Namaskara A (Sun Salutation A)

This is a sequence of poses performed in a flowing manner.

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What is the second asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Surya Namaskara B (Sun Salutation B)

This includes additional poses such as Utkatasana (Chair Pose).

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What is the third asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Padangusthasana (Big Toe Pose)

This pose involves forward bending to grasp the big toes.

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What is the fourth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Padahastasana (Hand to Foot Pose)

This pose is similar to Padangusthasana but involves placing hands under the feet.

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What is the fifth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose)

This pose opens the hips and stretches the sides of the body.

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What is the sixth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)

This pose strengthens the legs and opens the hips.

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What is the seventh asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Prasarita Padottanasana A (Wide-Legged Forward Bend A)

This pose stretches the hamstrings and spine.

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What is the eighth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Prasarita Padottanasana B (Wide-Legged Forward Bend B)

This variation includes interlacing fingers behind the back.

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What is the ninth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Prasarita Padottanasana C (Wide-Legged Forward Bend C)

This pose involves placing the crown of the head on the floor.

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What is the tenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Prasarita Padottanasana D (Wide-Legged Forward Bend D)

This variation includes reaching the arms forward.

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What is the eleventh asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Parsvottanasana (Pyramid Pose)

This pose stretches the hamstrings and opens the hips.

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What is the twelfth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Uttitha Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Hand to Big Toe Pose)

This pose challenges balance while stretching the legs.

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What is the thirteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana (Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend)

This pose combines a forward bend with a half lotus position.

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What is the fourteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Utkatasana (Chair Pose)

This pose strengthens the legs and core.

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What is the fifteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Virabhadrasana A (Warrior I Pose)

This pose builds strength and stability in the legs.

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What is the sixteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Virabhadrasana B (Warrior II Pose)

This pose opens the hips and chest while strengthening the legs.

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What is the seventeenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Dandasana (Staff Pose)

This is a seated pose that helps with posture and alignment.

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What is the eighteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

This pose stretches the spine and hamstrings.

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What is the nineteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Purvottanasana (Upward Plank Pose)

This pose strengthens the arms and stretches the chest.

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What is the twentieth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)

This pose involves a seated twist that improves spinal flexibility.

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What is the twenty-first asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)

This pose opens the hips and groin.

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What is the twenty-second asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Upavistha Konasana (Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend)

This pose stretches the inner thighs and hamstrings.

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What is the twenty-third asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Hand to Big Toe Pose)

This pose stretches the hamstrings while lying down.

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What is the twenty-fourth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)

This pose opens the chest and strengthens the back.

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What is the twenty-fifth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow Pose)

This is a backbend that opens the heart and stretches the front body.

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What is the twenty-sixth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

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Savasana (Corpse Pose)

This pose is used for relaxation and integration of the practice.