The yoga minibook for energy and strength - Elaine Gavalas

Yoga's mainstream appeal is undeniable. It is incredibly popular with thousands of people ranging in age from teens to boomers and beyond, many of them motivated by a particular advertised health benefit of regular practice. Two of the biggest draws are yoga's strengthening and energizing benefits. In this book, centuries-old exercises (asans) use the body's own weight (and light hand weights) to build muscle strength without muscle bulk and create sleek, strong bodies. Breathing exercises (pranayama), massage, and carefully selected asans are included for their stimulating effects on the nervous and circulatory systems. From an introduction to the practice to carefully illustrated instructions, readers have all they need to create an individualised routine for their specific needs and situations.