Fast Yoga

Fast yoga is a general term used to describe a vigorous, fitness-based approach to vinyasa-style yoga.

Though many consider Fast yoga to be superficial "gym yoga," this style of yoga practice was originally closely modeled on the Ashtanga method.

Fast yoga incorporates the athleticism of Ashtanga, including lots of vinyasas (series of poses done in sequence) but gives each teacher the flexibility to teach any poses in any order, making every class different. With its emphasis on strength and flexibility, power yoga brought yoga into the gyms of America as people began to see yoga as a way to work out.

Many gyms and health clubs, in particular, have taken up the term as a way to let their clientele know that this is a serious exercise. If you decide to try a Fast yoga class, prepare to work hard and to work up a sweat.