Wisdom of the Ancients

Ayurveda makes the following suggestions for Kapha constitution individuals to focus on during their Yoga practice: Practice at an intense page. Focus on the subtlety of the pose and how it creates expansion of the energy. Practice in a warm space and use a strong breath during the practice. When you ready to release the breath, take one more breath. Have an upward gaze. Keep your shoulders and chest open. Pause for a moment between the inhalations and exhalations. Take short

All the five natural elements exist in each cell of the body however it should be noted that the predominance of a particular element will determine the dominant Dosha (constitution). It can therefore be interpreted that Vata, Pitta, and Kapha exist in the body. There are certain places in the body which could be considered to be the seat of each of these. The places where the three Doshas reside are: Vata •Urinary Bladder •Rectum •Large Intestine •Thigh •Pelvic region •Bones