The definitive guide to the philosophy and practice of Yoga--the ancient healing discipline for body and mind--by its greatest living teacher. Light on Yoga provides complete descriptions and illustrations of all the positions and breathing exercises. Features a foreword by Yehudi Menuhin. Illustrations throughout.

Author: B. K. S. Iyengar
Paperback: 544 pages ISBN13: 9780805210316, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: Schocken (1995-01-03) (1995-01-03)
ISBN: 0805210318
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The definitive book of yoga therapy, this groundbreaking work comes to you from the medical editor of the country’s premier yoga magazine, who is both a practicing yogi and a Western-trained physician.

Beginning with an overview of the history and science of yoga, Dr. McCall describes the many different techniques in the yoga tool kit; explains what yoga does and who can benefit from it (virtually everyone!); and provides lavishly illustrated and minutely detailed instructions on starting a yoga practice geared to your fitness level and your health status. Yoga as Medicine offers a wealth of practical information, including how to:

•Utilize yogic tools, including postures, breathing techniques, and meditation, for both prevention and healing of illness

•Master the art of becoming more in tune with your body

•Communicate more effectively with your doctor

•Adopt therapeutic yoga practices as either an alternative or a complement to surgery and to expensive, sometimes dangerous medications

•Practice safely

Find an instructor and a style of yoga that are right for you. With twenty chapters devoted to the work of individual master teachers, including such well-known figures as Patricia Walden, John Friend, and Rodney Yee, Yoga as Medicine shows how these experts have applied the wisdom of this ancient holistic practice to twenty different conditions, ranging from arthritis to chronic fatigue, depression, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, infertility, insomnia, multiple sclerosis, and obesity. Defining yoga as “a systematic technology to improve the body, understand the mind, and free the spirit,“ Dr. McCall shows the way to a path that can truly alter your life.

An indispensable guide for the millions who now practice yoga or would like to begin, as well as for yoga teachers, body workers, doctors, nurses, and other health professionals.

Author: Yoga Journal, Timothy McCall
Paperback: 592 pages ISBN13: 9780553384062, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: Bantam (2007-07-31) (2007-07-31)
ISBN: 0553384066
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How to balance Yoga practice. As Yoga matures in the U.S., this is a new approach to balance physical and mental health, for serious students and beginners. All yoga forms emphasizing either muscle (Yang) or connective (Yin) tissue. Today, all popular Yoga forms are Yang--muscular. Yin Yoga is unknown, but vital, as a balanced Yoga practice has many benefits, including better preparation for meditation. Yin Yoga focuses upon connective tissue, which does not stretch or respond to brief stresses as muscle will, so Yin postures are held a long time, with the muscles relaxed. Acupuncture meridians are also in connective tissues and Yin Yoga is specifically designed to stimulate them.

Divided into two sections, the second part of the book deals with chakras, breathing exercises and meditation, and is • fully illustrated • with clear, concise descriptions of Yoga postures

Author: Paul Grilley
Paperback: 136 pages ISBN13: 9781883991432, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: White Cloud Press (2002-06)
ISBN: 1883991439
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This valuable book provides a complete manual for the study and practice of Raja Yoga, the path of concentration and meditation. This new deluxe printing of these timeless teachings is a treasure to be read and referred to again and again by seekers treading the spiritual path. The classic Sutras (thought-threads), at least 4,000 years old, cover the yogic teachings on ethics, meditation, and physical postures, and provide directions for dealing with situations in daily life. The Sutras are presented here in the purest form, with the original Sanskrit and with translation, transliteration, and commentary by Sri Swami Satchidananda, one of the most respected and revered contemporary Yoga masters. In this classic context, Sri Swamiji offers practical advice based on his own experience for mastering the mind and achieving physical, mental and emotional harmony.

Author: Sri S. Satchidananda
Paperback: 263 pages ISBN13: 9780932040381, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: Integral Yoga Publications (1990-10-15)
ISBN: 0932040381
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Experience the physical benefits and body awareness from hatha yoga—the most popular form of yoga today. Hatha Yoga Illustrated presents nearly 650 full-color photos to visually demonstrate 77 standard poses from hatha yoga that apply to all major hatha styles including Iyengar, Astanga, Anusara, and Bikram.

Individual poses are presented from start to finish, showing you how to achieve proper alignment and breathing to ensure challenging yet safe execution. The result is an increase in the effectiveness, both physically and mentally, you’ll experience with each pose. Several pose variations based on your personal preference, ability, and fitness level are also included.

Eleven sample yoga routines show how to assemble the poses into workouts that meet your specific time, difficulty, and intensity parameters. Colorful and comprehensive, Hatha Yoga Illustrated is organized for your ultimate convenience and use. Use it to guide your muscles, as well as your mind, and increase strength and stamina, reduce stress and anxiety, reduce blood pressure, and increase flexibility.

Author: Martin Kirk, Brooke Boon, Daniel DiTuro
Paperback: 248 pages ISBN13: 9780736062039, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark., Click here to view our Condition Guide and Shipping Prices
Company: Human Kinetics (2005-10-20)
ISBN: 0736062033
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This book offers a scientific approach to understanding the practice of hatha yoga. Through four-color, three-dimensional illustrations of major muscles, tendons, and ligaments, Ray Long describes the practice and benefits of hatha yoga. Specific anatomical and physiological descriptions highlight the agonist, antagonist, and synergist muscles that come into play with each pose. Volume I of the series describes the key muscles of hatha yoga and how they are utilized. From beginners to experts, this book will become a constant companion.

Author: Ray Long
Paperback: 244 pages ISBN13: 9781607432388, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: BandhaYoga (2009-11-01)
ISBN: 1607432382
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Practice bending, twisting, breathing, relaxing and more with Yoga Pretzels, a vibrant and colorful set of illustrated cards that provide a healthy dose of fun and education while teaching all the basics of yoga to help your head and heart.

Founded by Tara Guber and directed by Leah Kalish, Yoga Ed. develops health and wellness courses and materials that educate children, teachers and parents about the benefits of yoga! Our friends Tara and Leah co-wrote our Yoga Pretzels Deck, an exciting, educational addition to our Yoga Pretzels collection! Please visit the Yoga Ed. website to find out more about how to bring Yoga Ed. to your school or community!

Author: Tara Guber, Leah Kalish
Cards: 1 pages Makes a great gift!, Contains 50 full-color cards, Enjoyable for both kids and adults, Practice and learn many yoga poses, Both fun and educational!
Company: Barefoot Books (2005-10-05)
ISBN: 1905236042
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The first yoga text to outline a step-by-step sequence for developing a complete practice according to viniyoga--yoga adapted to the needs of the individual.

A contemporary classic by a world-renowned teacher.

This new edition adds thirty-two poems by Krishnamacharya that capture the essence of his teachings.

Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, who lived to be over 100 years old, was one of the greatest yogis of the modern era. Elements of Krishnamacharya's teaching have become well known around the world through the work of B. K. S. Iyengar, Pattabhi Jois, and Indra Devi, who all studied with Krishnamacharya. Krishnamacharya's son T. K. V. Desikachar lived and studied with his father all his life and now teaches the full spectrum of Krishnamacharya's yoga. Desikachar has based his method on Krishnamacharya's fundamental concept of viniyoga, which maintains that practices must be continually adapted to the individual's changing needs to achieve the maximum therapeutic value.

In The Heart of Yoga Desikachar offers a distillation of his father's system as well as his own practical approach, which he describes as "a program for the spine at every level--physical, mental, and spiritual." This is the first yoga text to outline a step-by-step sequence for developing a complete practice according to the age-old principles of yoga. Desikachar discusses all the elements of yoga--poses and counterposes, conscious breathing, meditation, and philosophy--and shows how the yoga student may develop a practice tailored to his or her current state of health, age, occupation, and lifestyle.

Author: T. K. V. Desikachar
Paperback: 244 pages ISBN13: 9780892817641, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: Inner Traditions (1999-03-01) (1999-03-01)
ISBN: 089281764X
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See inside every yoga pose! With clear, expert instruction and full-color, detailed anatomical drawings, Yoga Anatomy depicts the most common asanas to provide a deeper understanding of the structures and principles underlying each movement and of yoga itself.

From breathing to standing poses, see how each muscle is used, how slight alterations of a pose can enhance or reduce effectiveness, and how the spine, breathing, and body position are all fundamentally linked.

Whether you are just beginning your journey or have been practicing yoga for years, Yoga Anatomy will be an invaluable resource—one that allows you to see each movement in an entirely new light.

Author Leslie Kaminoff is a recognized expert and teacher in anatomy, breathing, and bodywork. He is the founder of The Breathing Project, New York City’s premiere yoga studio dedicated to the teaching of individualized, breath-centered yoga practice and therapy.

Author: Leslie Kaminoff
Paperback: 232 pages ISBN13: 9780736062787, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark., Click here to view our Condition Guide and Shipping Prices
Company: Human Kinetics (2007-06-20)
ISBN: 0736062785
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Anatomy of Hatha Yoga now revised and in full four color reproduction, remains the most authoritative source correlating the study of hatha yoga with anatomy and physiology. The hardcover sold over 100,000 copies and was a Benjamin Franklin winner for Health Wellness & Nutrition. It spent six years as a retail top 50 selling health hardcover backlist book.

Author: David H. Coulter
Paperback: 622 pages ISBN13: 9780970700612, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Company: Body and Breath (2010-01)
ISBN: 0970700601
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Super-thin, yet comfy and sticky enough for those poses that demand stability, our Travel Yoga Mat can fold or roll into your carry-on so you'll always have an excuse to escape into an asana.

Sports: Yoga mat and travel mat, Extra tacky mat, Stylish product, Fashionable one, Apt for travel
Company: Gaiam (2008-03-15)
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For ten years and counting the Black Mat has been renowned by serious yogis and hailed as the ‘Bentley’ and Taj Mahal’ of yoga mats. It is ideal for yoga and Pilates practitioners looking for performance, comfort and longevity from their mat. Its fabric-like surface finish is not sticky, yet slip-resistant, even when wet from perspiration. The firm material resists bunching and remains flat even when practicing on carpet or with sticky feet. The Black Mat is exceptional for cushioning your spine, hip bones, knees and elbows from punishing hard floors; its durability is superior to other mats.

Sports: Superior wear and longevity, Comfortably cushions spine, hips, knees, and elbows on hard floors, Slip resistant, yet non-sticky, even when wet from perspiration; provides stability on hard or soft surfaces, Eco-responsible manufacturing, 7.0 lbs; 71 inches long; 26 inches wide; 1/4 inch thick
Company: Manduka
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This microfibre towel is ideal for yoga when a mat is not available or for "hot" yoga. It is the same size as a standard Gaiam Yoga Mat and is super absorbant.

Sports: Purple-colored microfiber yoga towel, Prevents slipping when used with yoga mat, Super-absorbent material is ideal for hot yoga, Acts as substitute for yoga mat in a pinch, Same size as standard Gaiam yoga mat
Company: Gaiam (2007-09-04)
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Lightweight, durable sticky mat with a cushioned, non-slip surface. Measures 24 inches wide x 48 inches long. Washable.

Sports: 24 inches wide x 48 inches long, Lightweight, durable sticky mat, Cushioned, non-slip surface
Company: Valeo (2005-02-23)
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"Aurorae" Ultra Thick, Extra Long Yoga Mat 72" x 24" x 1/4" with Focal Point Icon.

Our Unique Focal Point Icon helps you focus on your poses as well as maximize the calming and stress relief Yoga encourages.

It's available in Great Illuminating colors that Define your Inner Self, bringing out the Natural Aura within you.

The 1/4" thickness provides enough cushion and comfort to protect your knees and joints.

This newly designed Eco Friendly material molds your hands and feet to the Mat with immediate Recovery giving you the foundation needed for your practice.

Aurorae is one of the most durable and easy to care for Yoga Mats. It has no odor unlike less expensive mats.

This Mat has been SGS approved the world's largest testing, inspection and Verification Company for certification and your safety. Free from Phthalates.

AURORAE YOGI TIPS

1) Wash your mat down with a soft brush and a tablespoon of dishwashing liquid or detergent mixed with warm water then rinse off. I usually do this in the shower if I can't do it outside and hang over my shower rod to dry. Repeat if necessary.

2) Hang dry outside if possible. DO NOT PUT IN DRYER.

3) Another tip from a yogi was to mix white vinegar and warm water, about a 4 to 1 ratio and wipe your mat down with a sponge then let dry.

4) To keep your mat fresh and clean mix fresh lemon with water in a spray bottle. You can use this to naturally clean your mat while also giving it a fresh natural scent. Do as needed after use.

5) Wash your hands with soap and water before class to reduce any natural oils in your hands.

6) Do not use creams or oils on your hands or feet before your practice.

7) Always keep a cotton towel* (available by Aurorae) near you to wipe away any perspiration.

8) If necessary use an Aurorae Yoga Rosin Bag to absorb any perspiration and increase gripping power.

Remember "It's Your Yoga" "Your Island of Peace and Tranquility"

Misc.: Ultra thick 1/4" mat for impact absorption, Focal Point Icon to help concentration, Durable and long lasting material/No Odor/SGS approved Free from Phthalates, Colors that define your Inner Self (see Illumination Chart), Extra Long mat 72" comfort for all sizes
Company: Aurorae
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We've been searching for years for the perfect yoga mat, and this is it! This extra-thick 1/4 inch mat has the cushion, comfort and "stickiness" in 12 great colors: Dark Blue, Purple, Dark Green, Burgundy, Light Blue, Light Purple, Light Green, Light Lavendar, Orange, Pink, Yellow and Red.

Misc.: Superbly thick - a full 6.2 mm (1/4 inch!), 12 Lovely Colors, Just the right amount of stickiness and bounce, Washable, 72 x 24 x 1/4
Company: Yoga
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Our Yoga mat came from the desire to provide the finest yoga sticky mat at the best price. We feel that most 1/8 inch thick sticky mats are too thin and soft and simply do not provide enough cushion to ones knees, ankles and other sensitive bones for comfortable yoga practice. Yoga mat is 140% thicker measuring 1/4" thickness and with more density. We wanted a mat that was longer than 68" so that we wouldn't have to adjust our position so often to stay on the mat such as having your face be on the mat during chattaranga rather than touching the studio floor. Yoga mat is 72 inches long which accommodates taller people as well. We also noticed that mats wear out in a couple of areas and on only one side of the mat, the textured side which is always facing up. Yoga mat has a textured traction surface on both sides of the mat so both sides of the mat can be used thus lasting twice as long. We feel standard yoga mats are sort of drab and boring with few color options.

Misc.: Finally a low priced, high performance, easy care, premium yoga mat that is environmentally friendly, This environmental yoga mat will provide a stable, slip-resistant surface for your practice. Good for all types of Yoga. Extra long and extra thick, Extra long size: 24" x 72 Double thickness: A True 1/4" (6.3 mm) - for added comfort, This inexpensive Yoga Mat is washable
Company: Bean Products
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Standard Yoga mat with a textured, cushoined, non-slip surface.

Sports: Measures 24"W x 68" L x 3mm thick., Free video dowload
Company: Gaiam
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At 6.2mm, the YogaAccessories™ Extra Thick Deluxe Yoga Mat is a full 1/4'' thick, an extra long 74'', weighs almost 4 lbs, completely latex free, and is one of the thickest mats on the market. The mats come in a variety of colors that are strong and vivacious, but not overpowering in their brightness. This well-made exercise mat will add comfort to your yoga workouts. And because of its high quality, this deluxe mat will last longer than most standard foam mats. When shopping around for a yoga mat, note that what many other companies call a 1/4'' mat is actually 4.5 - 5.2 mm in thickness -- considerably thinner than this mat. These ''knock-off'' mats are shorter and weigh less, indicative of their inferior quality. A thicker non-slip mat is good for all types of yoga, especially for restorative poses. Reward yourself and your body with an Extra Thick Deluxe Yoga Mat, and see why this is the most popular sticky mat found in yoga studios, schools, fitness clubs, and at home!

When you are ready to buy, make sure your mat is made and sold by YogaAccessories™.

Looking for a unique yoga mat? YogaAccessories™ Extra Thick Deluxe Yoga Mats are also available in the Chakra Series or custom printed with your own logo or design -- in the same vibrant colors that make our yoga mats so appealing.

Misc.: Extra thick (6.2 mm, which is 1/4''), Weighs 3.6 lbs (vs 3.0 lbs offered by other suppliers), Textured, non-slip surface, Limited lifetime warranty, Extra long 74'' x 24'' wide
Company: YogaAccessories (TM)
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Our famed SKIDLESS towel is so unique, that it's an absolute yoga necessity. Not only does it prevent slipping on your yoga mat, it stabilizes your practice, it puts a hygienic layer between you and the yoga mat, easy to care for, is quick drying and is perfect for the traveling fitness enthusiast. There is no other product on the market like it.

Sports: Premium mat-size yoga towel for slip prevention, 100 percent silicone eco nubs grip the mat or carpet, Keeps your hands and feet from slipping mid-stretch, 80/20 polyester-nylon blend is super absorbent, Machine-washable and dryer-safe; measures 24 x 68 inches
Company: Yogitoes (2007-06-06)
List Price: $64.00
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As a lot of and additional individuals raise more and more from their bodies, injuries to their bodies are turning into a traditional half of our society.

Ashtanga Yoga is the type of yoga which was urbanized and founded by K. Pattabhi Jois. This kind of yoga is known as the Eight Limb Yoga which has revolved in Pattanjali's massive idea. It presented that the path of purification is made up of the eight spiritual practices.

One of the most popular forms of exercise and fitness, yoga benefits almost everybody cutting across age groups due to its unique philosophy. The word 'yoga' comes from the word 'yug' that means to 'unite' and yoga serves to do just that. It serves to unite the body; mind and spirit into a single powerful consciousness that helps you achieve an act

For many people the word yoga conjures up something only vaguely related to the lotus position. However, it is more than just one pose; it embraces not only a physical discipline but also a philosophical basis for leading one's life.

Sometimes in life you feel stuck and in a rut. No matter what you do, you just can't seem to move forward. Your time is precious and like most women, you put your needs and well-being at the bottom of your list.

Article discusses all the various types of yoga mat, materials used in order to manufacture it as well as what style of yoga it is actually ideally suited for.

Three key words in business are: location, location, location. Yogis, in the business of enlightenment, can learn something here. Business wisdom advises that if the store is not well placed, success is doubtful no matter how saleable the goods.

Yoga is quickly becoming one of the most popular fitness activities in the world and it's not a surprise. Yoga is a great way to maintain your physical, mental, and spiritual health.

Yoga benefits can be categorized into physical, psychological and biochemical benefits. This categorization tells us that yoga provides overall health benefits. It is a holistic approach towards your well being. Moreover, it is a perfect exercise routine that has benefited people from all walks of life.

Yoga and meditation are the mantra of nowadayss fast paced world. Due to the undue tension that each 1 of us is taking on our heads at our work place and on the domestic front, yoga and meditation are the purely sources of peace and tranquility and better living today.

Yoga for kids? Absolutely! The benefits of yoga are countless. Why shouldn't our children experience these benefits too? Here's a short discussion of the tactics to be used and the benefits to be derived.

Yoga, as it has come to be recognized in the Western world, is a form of exercise. And, medical tourism, as has become popularly accepted, is a form of common uninsured or underinsured man's path to healing - affordably.

Yoga has been catching pace on a global scale and thus the responsibility of yoga teachers becomes all the more critical. The yoga teachers must be well trained to shoulder their responsibility in an efficient manner. YogaLife, the leading yoga training institute in Europe, US and India offers Teachers Training courses to infuse the appropriate yogic wisdom in all the participants.

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Yoga is one of the best way of keeping your body fit as ever. This guide will help you through in your quest of staying healthy and fit. You just have to follow what it says and you can get what you want for a healthier you.

Yoga exercises can increase flexibility, strength, circulation and balance. Many pregnant women find that regular yoga exercises help to reduce swelling, back and leg pain, and insomnia.

Chronic pain can sap your strength and spirit, leaving you feeling hopeless and desperate for relief. The spiritual nature of yoga can help you...

There are many advantages to taking part in Yoga, but unlike other exercises there are many different yoga poses to be learned which is why I have decided to tell you about some of the main ones so that you can learn this age old art of stretching to give yourself a better body, relaxation and improve your inner strength.

Why should we find time in our busy schedules to fit in an hour's yoga? If you want to destress your life or address an injury, a regular class could change your life.

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Yoga is a science that has been practiced for thousand of years. It is an ancient bodily, mental, and religious observe with its roots in India going again 5,000 years. Yoga, is derived from the Sanskrit root word Yujir Yogey, which means yoke or union. It includes the physical postures, breathing methods, and rest that has many bodily benefits reminiscent of improved posture, increased flexibility, and strength.

Yoga is considered to be the very old exercise to keep people healthy and fit. It is not only a type of workout but also helps in healing the body's imperfection and boosts up the concentration power of your mind. Know how yoga helps in fighting obesity.

Yoga has been around since ancient times when people would use it to relax and create good karma around themselves. When most of us think of the practice we often imagine people who contort their bodies into all sorts of positions that the normal human should not even attempt. The truth is that the ancient art is so much more than that.