Ashtanga Yoga Beginner's Guide

Getting Started and Re-started
Frequently asked questions
Beginner's Guide
I took time off... now what? 
Can I practice if...?
Your first month of practice


Practical matters
Which yoga mat should I use?
Yoga mat reviews & why to use a rug
How do I clean my yoga mat?
Where to find a cotton Mysore rug online
How to wake up for yoga
How to wake up for yoga 2
House Recommendations
How to practice at home

Practice
Opening and Closing Mantras (audio)
Closing Mantra (written)
About Moon Days 
Moon Days 2020
Should I practice if... 
Etiquette
Oil Baths
Injury inspiration
Led classes online from absolute beginner to full primary

What is Ashtanga Yoga?
Video of Guruji on Ashtanga Yoga
Lineage
Traditional method
K Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI)
Authorization/Certification
Namarupa 3 Gurus Interview
Mysore & Led

Where to find a yoga teacher
The official KPJ Ashtanga Yoga Institute website
Our Shala in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Books to read
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Astanga Yoga book 
Yoga Mala book 
Bhagavad Gita video / book
Yoga Sutras wiki  / book
Hatha Yoga Pradipika wiki / book
Upanishads wiki / book
Gheranda Samhita wiki / book
Mahabharata wiki / book
Ramayana wiki / book




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