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Ashtanga Primary Series:
Ashtanga consists of a series of fixed postures that are linked together with Vinyasa (breath & movement system). The sheer number of Vinyasa performed in a class combined with Ujayii pranayama (deep chest breathing) help students build strength and increase endurance and metabolism.
There are three basic “series”: Primary, Intermediate and Advanced (There are also the Advanced series: A, B, C & D). Class typically runs 90-120 minutes in the U.S. starting with ten sun salutations (surya namaskara A & B) and ending with shoulder stand (sarvangasana), headstand (shirshasana) and final relaxation (savasana).
The Primary Series include a lot of Vinyasa in order to build the strength needed in the Second and Advanced series (lots of arm balancing poses). All Ashtanga students are encouraged to mediate on the sound of their own breath (ujayii pranayama) to increase internal awareness. |
Ballet Barre
Full-body toning using the ballet barre, free weights and mat work. Barre incorporates moves from classical dance, jazz, yoga and gymnastics to design the body you want. A fun, dynamic, non-impact 60-minute workout. Feel like a dancer and look like one too.
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Vinyasa Flow @ MAC Timonium:
Vinyasa means "breath syncronized movement." This 60-minute class is based on Ashtanga yoga - students will move in a flowing sequence, with special focus on athletes' tight areas such as hips, hamstrings and pectoralis muscles. This is a powerful class designed to increase full body strength, while quieting the mind. Be prepared to sweat. Two yoga blocks and a strap are good props to bring if you have them.
Free for MAC members. Non-members may see a membership representative for a trial/guest pass. www.macwellness.com.
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