Tristana

is derived from "Tri" meaning three; "stana" meaning stage; "Tristana" designates the three steps.

is derived from “Tri” meaning three; “stana” meaning stage; “Tristana” designates the three steps. In the practice of “Yoga Korunta” (Ashtanga Yoga), it designates the presence of the 3 positions. When movement (Vinyasa) synchronises (fusion) with breathing, the energy carries the body without effort, the concentration due to the drishti (s) goes from the outside to the inside and that is how “Tristana” is achieved. An inner balance unfolds and opens up a spiritual dimension.

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