Sequences are combinations of the poses
put together in order to create a specific
outcome or effect. You could practice
a sequence with a lot of core and leg
work that could be used as a workout.
You might mix the daily poses with a
few cooldown poses to create a calming
effect. Or, you could get more specific
with your needs and create a sequence to
stretch tight hips or relieve back pain.
There are endless possibilities for creating sequences.
However, there are three essential components that you
need to know:
VINYASA: While vinyasa means “linking the breath to
movement,” it also describes a set of poses that help you
move from one to another. In classes you will often hear
teachers say, “Take a Vinyasa,” which is shorthand for
several different poses that will be described below.