Yoga for dummies - Georg Feuerstein PhD

The safe and easy way to benefit from the practice of Yoga Yoga has been bringing health and peace of mind to millionsof people for five millennia — and it can do the same for you.Whether you're a beginner or a Yoga teacher, turn to Yoga For Dummies, 2nd Edition to find out how to unlock your body's extraordinary potential, while strengthening your mind as well. Yoga 101 — get up to speed on the fundamentals of Yoga, whether you'll be participating in a class or practicing it on your own Learn the basic postures — follow along with helpful photos and illustrations to learn the proper sitting postures, standing postures, balancing exercises, bends, twists, and more The art (and exercise) of R&R — get relaxation techniques that work and discover how having a healthy attitude and practicing Yoga safely can relieve stress Yoga through the ages — bring balance to kids and teens, find user–friendly routines for midlifers, and adapt Yoga for the prime of life Yoga and pregnancy — equip yourself with the latest (and safest) techniques for Yoga during and after pregnancy Open the book and find: Info on the primary branches and styles of Yoga How Yoga helps maintain health and happiness Advice on how to practice Yoga safely Techniques for breathing properly Step–by–step instructions and photos for Yoga poses How to design your own Yoga program The use of props in your Yoga routine Learn to: Design and follow your own personal Yoga program Choose specialized instruction by age — from children to teens to seniors Integrate the health benefits of Yoga into a complete wellness and exercise program Practice Yoga during pregnancy