Day 4 - Standing Twists - Ashtanga Yoga Challenge - 30 Day Journey

Parsvakonasana B is a challenging twisting pose that asks you to confront the impossible. Find the best way for your body to work this asana.
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[@user-yg3sd3rq4p]

Just to say Kino, your enthusiasm always encourages me to get my mat out. I'm now 77 years old but love to do my practice. Thank you. Arthur from UK.

[@KinoYoga]

How awesome!!

[@wsmith8914]

I’m 64 heard about Ashtanga through Mark Divine’s book…Thank you very much for your dedication-kindness

[@anthonyangelis1094]

Thanks for this Kino. This is a very challenging pose -Been working on it for a long long time and still have not mastered it. Been practicing for five years now … I avoid it a lot. And teachers don’t teach it at class , because it’s hard -which is unfortunate -Now I just had double hernia surgery so I’m starting all over. Frustrating. It’s gonna take months to get back to where I was. Watching your videos for inspiration Thank you ❤️❤️🙏🤸🏼‍♂️

[@johnpenswick943]

OMG that is what I'm meant to be doing with the twist. I thought it was just a resting transition pose and now I know where my hands are meant to be and where I'm heading. Right about now I'm quarter way there...... whooooo hooo thanks

[@kathrinbauer5358]

Hi! I'm Kathrin from Germany. I've taken some Vinyasana classes before the pandemic, but I haven't done much Yoga in my life. I have always been more into martial arts, but I feel that this really complements martial arts: On the one side, it helps to improve (a different type of) strength, flexibility, and balance. On the other hand, it's a complementary way of connecting with my body. In martial arts, I feel a lot of energy and power; I feel I can count on my body and I am really proud of it. Yoga makes me more aware of my body, of how it feels, what it needs and I am more loving and patient. Not sure if over time it will also have some more spiritual effect. But for now I am just really grateful for your videos. I even stopped fast-forwarding the intro because I actually enjoy listening to you. You have such an amazing, authentically positive charisma. Thanks so much!

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for practicing. Yes over time there is a deep inner transformation that happens through yoga

[@annerogersdeanda4800]

Thank you Kino ❤️🌺🧘🏻‍♀️🙏 Still very challenging.

[@alfredromero4784]

Oh yeah thanks alot now you show up what happened yesterday and the week before.

[@siyoutama]

thank you very much from Paris !

[@shazel10]

I’m new to this too, I’m from England UK. And I found this one hard 😩 I will keep going and practicing 🙏🏽 thankyou for the very simple and clear instructions, very much appreciated.

[@KinoYoga]

This one is very hard! Don’t give up

[@kaleywilcox9769]

Hi my name is Kaley and I am from Saskatchewan Canada and I have been practicing yoga daily at home for several years now but have never been to a real yoga class 😳 Thank you KZbin for allowing me to to this! I have never practiced ashtanga but have always been interested!

[@thehappyfinancial]

Day 4 already! I love these tutorials and although I’ve been doing yoga for many years, ashtanga is a whole different level. It really helps when you’re saying, if this is your level, it’s okay. Keeps me motivated. Thank you!

[@KinoYoga]

💗💗💗

[@hannahchesher8031]

I’ve been practicing Hatha at home since Nov 2020. This is a challenging posture. I’m sort of comfortable at this point with my back knee on the ground. Right side is easier than left at this point. Balance & getting my palms to the centre of my chest is where my struggle is at. Looking forward the day I can be relaxed in the full expression of this posture. Kino you make it look effortless, happy to know it’s challenging for you as well. 🙏❤️🧘‍♀️❤️🇨🇦💪

[@nathansharplin564]

Hey Kino! Thanks for making these videos. I joined an Ashtanga Shala here in San Antonio last fall, and I’ve since begun my own daily practice. These videos are so incredibly helpful! I love seeing what the full posture is, and how detailed you are with describing the anatomy and modifications. I’m just a few videos in and I have already learned so 👏much. 👏

[@andreeacen]

I started Ashtanga practice for about one month and a half with a yoga teacher from India. I am from Romania and I live in Germany. I am grateful that I found this challenge, I am understanding the poses thanks to you 🙏🏻

[@anapamelaromero1644]

thank you for the step by step tutorials Kino. Love it!

[@AmitVerma-uc1fc]

Thanks Kino for sharing wonderful knowledge. Keep sharing. Namaste 🙏🙏

[@niceati4583]

Kino I’m doing Yoga for 8 years and my style of Yoga is Raja Yoga and I’m teaching Yoga too. I’m working with your Video for couple of month and love to learn this style step by step with you. I can’t do lots of poses with you as the style of Yoga that I was doing was more slow and gentle and find this style Challenging but open to learn about it as I love to fix my posture 😊

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for practicing and working on these challenging asanas

[@mariacarballojonatanluque157]

I’m enjoying a lot this challenge to improve my position. I’m practicing with you almost 5 years ago, and I am grateful that I met you in Edinburgh, with Tim and your Mum. An inspiring moment for me. Thank you. Namaste 🙏 💕☀️

[@niketachavda2010]

This was definitely challenging!!! Love your work Kino ❤

[@allangraham3649]

Thanks for your time ! :) peace and namaste

[@tarasuppa4064]

Tried this yesterday and just did not have the balance (I blame Monday morning! 😄)... Came back to it today and so glad I did! 💗 Thank you for the detailed, encouraging guidance through the poses! I have practiced yoga at home off and on for almost 20 years, but have never been as consistent or committed to my practice until I found your videos. Thank you for sharing your practice with us each day, Kino! I am grateful for you! 🙏🧘💗❣️

[@productivityvibes1139]

Day 4 ✅Thank you for this wonderful practice. Today I learned the best way to do side twist. ☮️ peace..

[@pennymedina4275]

Thanks Kino your explanation is very helpful 🙏🤗

[@sowmyaraju8062]

Hai kino Thank you very much for making ashtanga easy 🙏🏻 Love the way you teach

[@adrianafono]

Hi, kino! I have learned a lot by practicing with you every day. I loved the idea of ​​this Challenge to improve my practice. We always have something to learn and learning from you is much better. Thanks for sharing!

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for following along 💗

[@Noa.Shakti]

Namaste 💖

[@ryanlekan1495]

Your talk reminds me of my journey, mostly where I starting from 5 months ago up through today. I think I I started Ashtanga 6 years ago, as a relaxing/stretching day from my heavy exercise routine. After 5 months I faded off. Then 3.5 years ago I moved to the Netherlands, and to become involved in Dutch society, I emailed people about classes they offered and if they were in English. I ended up picking one of the sweetest and quickest instructors to get back to me. Just by chance, it was an Ashtanga class. It is a fun class which doesn't push too hard. But where your talk in this video really made sense is when I read the end of your book on the bandhas, which allowed me to start "playing" around with the inside of my body, noticing how I could twist different parts. Up until 5 months ago, I was twisting, but the awareness that I have today was not there. This awareness continues daily to excite me as I really think I am beginning to explore what my body's capable of, what yoga can offer and how the mind and body connection is working. (FYI - In the Netherlands, we have been under a pretty tough lockdown for about 3 months. All classes must be done streaming - its nice to see people, but I like that extra instruction I get in class, so your videos have really come at a great time. The videos allow me to take what I read in your book and connect it with my personal, daily practice.) I cannot thank you enough.(I try to listen through as many of the KZbin ads as I can in hopes that they give back to you for what you give to us. Have a wonderful rest of your day.

[@tatianamaraldo]

Kino you're marvelous! you spread kindness and love and peace and serenity all around!! 😍🙏🧘‍♀️🌍🌈 thank you!

[@KinoYoga]

Thank you so much 💗

[@tatianamaraldo]

@@KinoYoga I've been practicing ashtanga for 3 years (almost) and I have fallen in love with this method. I think that you are sharing some very useful info and tips for both beginners (zero experience) and practitioners. All this, in addition to passion and love for ashtanga! thank you 🙏

[@bodhig3894]

Peace & Love 2 You🧡 Thank you for Guiding me through this Beautiful Journey🙏 You are a True LightWorker 🕊

[@KinoYoga]

🙏💗

[@stefceline806]

Thank you for this video Kino! I’ve had a home practice for a few years now and discovered you and ashtanga during lock down. I’ve never felt any sort of spirituality with yoga but ashtanga is helping me dive deeper. It’s amazing and I hope to find a teacher when this is all over for in person learning. 🙏

[@KinoYoga]

So great to hear 💗

[@shantividya]

love your instructions to enter the postures, thanks for taking the time to share it with us!! much gratitude

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for watching 🙏

[@KaraCamilleDelonas]

Hi Kino! I’m a music teacher from New Jersey. I’ve been practicing ashtanga for many years but I still come back to these videos every once in a while to reaffirm my knowledge of the basics. Plus I just love hearing your explanations.

[@KinoYoga]

That’s so great 💗

[@drewstick5178]

Been practicing for just under a year now. I found yoga and Kino's practices through a friend and haven't looked back. They've been a real help, and a big contributing factor in me loose 4st through 3 lockdown's. A big thank to you for all you do Kino🙏

[@KinoYoga]

Thank you so much for practicing with me 🙏

[@hammyman123]

Hi kino, am doing another yoga course at the moment. But I am joining you on these practices too. Thank you and namaste. 🙏🐢

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for watching 💗

[@bernadettewright1582]

Kino, I so appreciate all the informative videos on correct style for ashtanga and the variety of flows to keep my practice varied and balanced. I love your style in teaching. You’re amazing 🙏💛

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for practicing :)

[@gideonfyah1]

Thanks again Kino, even though I've been practicing Ashtanga method for almost 10 years(mostly on my own at home practice) I still always find helpful tips from you. Glad that you share so much and am grateful for you and for this joyful practice. 🙏

[@KinoYoga]

💗💗💗

[@kandaridhanbir4962]

Fantastic

[@haplesson2]

Im a newbie! This series is great, thank you so much. Peace.

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for practicing 😊

[@amorylutz]

Your direction to "internally rotate the shoulder" was a huge Aha moment for me! And with your guidance and directions for entering the posture with the heel of the extended leg I was able to keep my heel down FOR THE FIRST TIME (I've always been a little scared of my knee getting hurt so I've always avoided it)!! Thank you!!!

[@KinoYoga]

So happy to hear that you found the teaching useful :)

[@injamyhr2436]

I have been practicing for about 3 years, but ashtanga is new for me. I love the way you explain and show the postures👌🤗.

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for watching 💞

[@ericabriscoe]

I have been practicing for about 5 years both in a studio and recently at home, I am new to ashtanga, I find it really interesting and love how you describe each posture, thank you 🙏🏻 sending love ❤️

[@KinoYoga]

Thank you for sharing and watching. 😊

[@aquablaze23]

Wow... lovely tutorial. Jithen (JT) South Africa, Durban. Been practising primary series for almost 7 years. When going solo as I’ve done for most, these tutorials really bring me back to the integrity of the asanas; laziness and bad habits tend to creep in. Thanks Kino 🙏💕

[@KinoYoga]

💗💗💗

[@advikawalia1914]

Hi Kino, I have been trying this posture for quite a while . On right side shoulder slides over my knee as you mentioned it in the video. Thanks for the tip. Lots of regards for you.

[@swampfaerie692]

I’m loving this challenge! A much needed review! I trained to instruct in 2016, and drifted away from it for awhile. I fell in love with Nidra last year and finally grasped the meditation aspect, which sounds kind of silly, but I entered YTT from a very ego centered point. The journey sent me on a spin! It’s been a wild ride. After a year of Nidra & Yin obsession, I’ve decided it’s time to re-integrate more active yoga practice again. 🥰 This challenge is really helping me to fine tune myself as well as build on my knowledge and confidence to get back to sharing my practice with others who keep asking! I’ve followed you for many years, even before YTT. You’re the inspiration that led me to an interest in Ashtanga! Thank you, Kino! 🙏

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for practicing and so happy that you’re on the path of teaching and sharing the practice with others 💕

[@hammyman123]

To answer your question, I've been practicing under a year, was doing some flow workouts with deep breathing at the end. Found it really helped me mentally, from there, found yoga. Was on furlough from work. Thanks again ❤️🌟

[@KinoYoga]

Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@amandashineyourlight2498]

Big help. Same happened in my Tai Chi class no. 2 yesterday- we were shown how to place feet and move 45 degrees rotation in coordination with our hips and NO MORE.

[@madeline569]

Very late to this series but just want to give my thanks. My name is Maddy and i have been doing different styles of yoga on and off for a few years and when i saw ashtanga demonstration video by you i was very inspired and determined to try this very methodical style. Since I'm practicing from home ( i know its better to go to in person class but i cannot afford it unfortunately) your expert instruction through these poses is essential for me not to injure myself and be overzealous with trying to get my body into these shapes. You're probably a very busy woman and there's no reason for you to spend so much time share such detailed advice to help us other than from the kindness of your own heart. It hurts to hear that people leave you bad comments but i just want you to know for every person that says something nasty, there's a hundred more people who's had their lives changed by your existence and your work! You're wonderful and so appreciated, Kino! Thank you from the bottom of my heart 💛

[@madeline569]

P.s i found it very hard to get my hands in the centre of my chest in this pose, i guess i have a long way to go!

[@gullywu8690]

Day 4 may lord krishna bless all

[@breemine_]

I have been doing ashtanga yoga for 6 years now but the last 2 years I had many stressors come into my life and I'm still healing from them. I'm trying to get back into it be the old Bree again.

[@KinoYoga]

Great to hear 🙏

[@q2z]

A. 1. Sink your left knee down on the ground 2. Dropping your chest around the outer edge of your thigh and hooking the elbow and take your hand to prayer position 3. Take the left hand down 4. Internally rotate the left shoulder 5. Extend your right arm B. 1. Take your hands to the center of the chest 2. Draw the navel 3. Left up the back knee C. 1. Lean forward 2. Same steps as before but your back knee isn’t on the ground 3. Drop your chest around the outside edge of the left thigh 4. Drop your shoulders down 5. Internally rotate the shoulder 6. Increase the lateral stretch 7. Extend the left arm 8. Look up to your left fingers

[@mirimondja6651]

Hey Kino love this challenge !!! Love the way you are teaching proper technique made so simply for anyone! And the you offer variations of the pose ;) Question on these one particular pose what do you suggest for tie hips and shoulders ?

[@nicolettachatziioannidou3336]

I started this challenge yesterday and I find it very enlightening 🙏❤️

[@KinoYoga]

Welcome 💕

[@zenacovsetkojebem]

Namasakr-..so far the best videos from you Kino, I enjoy them very much, very high quality explanations, good also for future yoga teachers....I practice primary & intermediate ashtanga series, and still I find benefits from these last 4 videos of ashtanga yoga challenge...very nice work, I wish you all the best, thank you

[@KinoYoga]

Thank you for practicing with me 💗

[@vicvic8725]

Thanks 🙏

[@charlesserc7753]

Don't no why? But this is one of my favorite channels on KZbin. I train and do some yoga. But I am trying. Thanks to you ma. Love the work

[@KinoYoga]

💗💗💗

[@charlesserc7753]

To the moon and back.

[@babup3674]

Great Kino...

[@KinoYoga]

Thank you for watching 💗

[@tomdrummy4984]

That was a tough one Kino Been practicing for 3 years.......mostly started for alignment........and flexibility. I feel younger !! 😃

[@KinoYoga]

Awesome 🙏

[@tersharam]

❤️

[@melanie9369]

💗💗💗💗

[@tyharness2527]

wow it's tricky. one day maybe 15 to 20 years. Thankyou

[@KinoYoga]

Keep practicing 🙏

[@mariopolanco5088]

Bien mamá

[@Kalata.maniak]

💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@sowmyaraju8062]

Hai kino This is Sowmya from India Thanks for making Asthana more easy by ur simple tips Can I use block while placing my hand down

[@KinoYoga]

Yes absolutely that works as well 😊

[@evaceciliamullersantos7636]

Just did day 2, 3 and 4 all together because my body kept asking me for some more!

[@KinoYoga]

Nice 😊

[@gregjohnson298]

What a pretty woman,beautiful!

[@tschaennet2162]

See you tomorrow! ;-*

[@deniswilson8152]

Spin the spinners call the shots twister ties you up in a knot!lmaooooo

[@nicolaslegendre7789]

Hi, how long you consider one should practice each position ? How much warming up before ? Aldo, i'm a little overweighted, l'aube ashtanga might be too difficult, should i enter the yoga practice with other style of yoga ? Anyway thanks for your work

[@KinoYoga]

I recommend following along with the Ashtanga sequence and holding each pose for 5 breaths 😊

[@leonking4977]

You are wonderful n have a nice shape!!!

[@khoyoga7822]

Thank you kino ma for the day 4, nice explaining of the parvakonasana B!

[@manugarozzo7081]

❤u

[@isfouqalmahafza6045]

Love 🌹👍🏼🌹 Very I love 💋💋💋👍🏼

[@chouaibsrerho970]

Hello. Could you please show on the screen the name of the pose if possible. Thank you.

[@KinoYoga]

It’s Parivrtta Parsvokanasana

[@christofl6523]

Best feet and legs of any woman ever!

[@aashutoshtiwari6065]

Now i am in bed now because i am from india and in india in a night and i am going to sleep

[@KinoYoga]

Goodnight 💞

[@Felipe-bc3yt]

Love your feet!!😍😍

[@ashtonjackfanny]

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