How to Have Proper Concentration In Ashtanga Yoga

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By Anna Roth, eHow Contributing Writer

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Ashtanga yoga is based on vinyasa, or flow between a set series of poses. To achieve the proper meditative state, it's important to let the outside world melt away and bring your concentration to your breathing and posture. If you're not practicing in a class, make sure your room is quiet and free of distractions. Read on to learn how to have proper concentration in ashtanga yoga.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Yoga mat

Step 1

Sit on your mat cross-legged or in the lotus position, with your eyes closed.
Step 2

Relax your face, your mouth and the space between your eyebrows, just letting everything go.
Step 3

Focus on your breathing. Take deep, even breaths, inhaling and exhaling through your nostrils.
Step 4

Clear your mind of all thoughts. If a thought or worry appears, try to mentally “wave it goodbye.”
Step 5

Open your eyes and stand up. Start the beginning ashtanga series of sun salutations, staying focused on your breathing and posture.
Step 6

Mind wandering? Wave that thought goodbye and bring your attention back to your breathing and the pose you're doing. Once you've practiced proper concentration long enough, this will become second nature.