Ashtanga Second (Intermediate) Series with Philippa

The Ashtanga second series, also known as "Nadi Shodhana" or "Intermediate Series," builds upon the foundation established in the Primary Series. It delves deeper into challenging postures and advanced sequences, offering practitioners an opportunity to refine their practice and explore new realms of physical and mental discipline. Here's an overview of what you might expect in the Ashtanga second series:

1. Opening Sequence: The second series begins with a set sequence of Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskara A and B) to warm up the body and establish a connection between movement and breath.

2. Backbends and Hip Openers: The intermediate series places a strong emphasis on backbends and hip-opening postures to increase flexibility and strength in these areas. Poses like Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose), Eka Pada Sirsasana (Foot Behind the Head Pose), and Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) are commonly included.

3. Arm Balances and Inversions: Advanced arm balances and inversions are introduced to cultivate upper body…