Kapha Balancing Practices
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Themes
Overview
In this lesson, we provide teaching and practice techniques intended to decrease kapha.
Objective
Be prepared to offer a general approach and to teach specific yoga techniques with the intention of decreasing kapha.
What You'll Get
Note the typical calendar dates of kapha season in the northern hemisphere, and in the southern hemisphere. When the intention is to decrease kapha, describe a general approach to asana including the level of challenge and engagement and how you might approach strength and flexibility. Describe other approaches to asana plus a pranayama practice that can help to decrease kapha. Note how music and other general energetic practices may help. Describe a focus for practicing particular pose categories and asana.
Kapha Season Dates
Northern Hemisphere
- February or late winter
- March or early spring, vernal equinox
- April or early spring
- May or spring
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