Finding Peace with the Closing Ashtanga Chant

Whenever I finish a grueling session of Sun Salutations and those intense seated postures, the closing ashtanga chant always feels like a deep, cooling breath for my soul. There's something about the way the room settles into a collective hum after all that movement. If you've ever been to a traditional Mysore-style class or a led primary series, you know that specific vibration. It's not just some ritualistic requirement; it's the moment where the physical effort of the practice transforms into something a bit more quiet and reflective. ...

February 2, 2026 · 7 min · Mangum Camacho