Assana Names

Question 1

What is the first asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 1

Surya Namaskara A (Sun Salutation A)

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

Question 2

What is the second asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 2

Surya Namaskara B (Sun Salutation B)

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

Question 3

What is the third asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 3

Padangusthasana (Big Toe Pose)

This pose involves forward bending to grasp the big toes.

Question 4

What is the fourth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 4

Padahastasana (Hand to Foot Pose)

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

Question 5

What is the fifth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 5

Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose)

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

Question 6

What is the sixth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 6

Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)

This pose strengthens the legs and opens the hips.

Question 7

What is the seventh asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 7

Prasarita Padottanasana A (Wide-Legged Forward Bend A)

This pose stretches the hamstrings and spine.

Question 8

What is the eighth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 8

Prasarita Padottanasana B (Wide-Legged Forward Bend B)

This variation includes interlacing fingers behind the back.

Question 9

What is the ninth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 9

Prasarita Padottanasana C (Wide-Legged Forward Bend C)

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

Question 10

What is the tenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 10

Prasarita Padottanasana D (Wide-Legged Forward Bend D)

This variation includes reaching the arms forward.

Question 11

What is the eleventh asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 11

Parsvottanasana (Pyramid Pose)

This pose stretches the hamstrings and opens the hips.

Question 12

What is the twelfth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 12

Uttitha Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Hand to Big Toe Pose)

This pose challenges balance while stretching the legs.

Question 13

What is the thirteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 13

Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana (Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend)

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

Question 14

What is the fourteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 14

Utkatasana (Chair Pose)

This pose strengthens the legs and core.

Question 15

What is the fifteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 15

Virabhadrasana A (Warrior I Pose)

This pose builds strength and stability in the legs.

Question 16

What is the sixteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 16

Virabhadrasana B (Warrior II Pose)

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

Question 17

What is the seventeenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 17

Dandasana (Staff Pose)

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

Question 18

What is the eighteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 18

Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

This pose stretches the spine and hamstrings.

Question 19

What is the nineteenth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 19

Purvottanasana (Upward Plank Pose)

This pose strengthens the arms and stretches the chest.

Question 20

What is the twentieth asana in the Ashtanga primary series?

Answer 20

Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)

This pose involves a seated twist that improves spinal flexibility.

Question 21

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

Answer 21

Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)

This pose opens the hips and groin.

Question 22

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

Answer 22

Upavistha Konasana (Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend)

This pose stretches the inner thighs and hamstrings.

Question 23

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

Answer 23

Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Hand to Big Toe Pose)

This pose stretches the hamstrings while lying down.

Question 24

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

Answer 24

Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)

This pose opens the chest and strengthens the back.

Question 25

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

Answer 25

Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow Pose) ## Footnote This is a backbend that opens the heart and stretches the front body.

Question 26

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

Answer 26

Savasana (Corpse Pose) ## Footnote This pose is used for relaxation and integration of the practice.