Download or read book My Yoga Essentials written by Kerstin Linnartz and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Teaching Yoga written by Mark Stephens and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 867 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE FUNDAMENTALS OF YOGA: Discover the history and philosophy of yoga—plus tools for teaching 108 yoga poses, planning and sequencing your yoga classes, and much more. “Will help [yoga] instructors fine-tune their classroom skills and empower their personal practice.” —Yoga + Joyful Living Drawing on a wide spectrum of perspectives and featuring more than 150 photographs and illustrations, Teaching Yoga covers the fundamental topics of yoga for new and experienced yoga teachers. Inside, you’ll find: • A foundational overview of yoga philosophy and history • Presentations of yoga classics like Vedas; Upanishads; Bhagavad Gita; Yoga Sutras of Patanjali • Profiles of the 11 styles of contemporary yoga, including their history and distinguishing elements • Support and tools for teaching 108 yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditations • Practical advice for classroom setup, and planning and sequencing yoga classes • Guidance through the process of starting and sustaining a career as a yoga teacher • Over 200 bibliographic sources and a comprehensive index • A useful appendix listing associations, institutes, organizations, and professional resources Addressing 100% of the teacher training curriculum standards set by Yoga Alliance—the world’s leading registry and accreditation source for yoga teachers and schools—Teaching Yoga is the perfect resource for experienced yoga teachers, teachers in training, and anyone interesed in deepening their understanding of their yoga practice.
Download or read book Yoga for Runners written by Christine Felstead and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2021-08-11 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Adapts the practice of yoga by focusing on the poses that offer the greatest benefits to runners. The poses and sequences in this book are intended to enhance strength, stability, and mobility in order to reduce incidents of running injury and add longevity to your sport as you become a healthier and stronger runner"--
Download or read book Chair Yoga Essentials written by Mike Ezekiel and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2024-04-19 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a Journey to Reclaim Your Wellness: Discover the Power of Chair Yoga Imagine a path to wellness that is not only accessible but also empowering, one that you can embark on from the comfort of your chair. Chair Yoga Essentials: Easy Steps to Health and Flexibility is your comprehensive guide to unlocking a healthier, more flexible you, regardless of your age, mobility level, or yoga experience. This engaging manual invites you on a transformative journey that begins right where you are. Starting with the origins and evolution of chair yoga, this guide dispels common myths and unveils the myriad benefits accessible to everyone. It shatters the barriers to traditional yoga by making flexibility and strength exercises achievable for all. Whether you seek to enhance your posture, alleviate stress, or boost your energy levels, chair yoga offers a gentle yet effective solution. Transitioning into practice, you'll discover how to select the perfect chair and set up your practice space, fostering an environment where tranquility meets movement. With detailed chapters dedicated to essential chair yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation, the book lays down simple, easy-to-follow steps. Learn the secrets to mastering warm-up poses, core strengthening exercises, balance, and flexibility movements tailored to nurture your body and soul. But the journey doesn't end at practicing alone. Dive into specialized chapters that address chair yoga for specific needs, including adaptations for limited mobility and strategies for stress relief. Integrating chair yoga into your daily routine becomes seamless with practical advice on crafting short, effective sequences, making it an ideal companion for both home and office environments. This guide also explores the symbiotic relationship between nutrition and yoga practice, offering easy dietary adjustments for a holistic approach to wellness. Be inspired by real-life transformation stories and consider teaching methods to cultivate a community of chair yogis. Whether you're looking to dip your toes into the world of yoga or enhance an existing practice, Chair Yoga Essentials provides an inclusive, adaptable framework for physical and mental rejuvenation. Start your journey toward health and flexibility today, and let chair yoga open the door to a life of wellness and joy.
Download or read book Pregnancy Health Yoga written by Tara Lee and published by Watkins Media Limited. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two leaders in pregnancy yoga share useful yoga techniques to guide expectant mothers from bump to birth and beyond Authoritative yet thoroughly accessible, this user-friendly book provides yoga techniques for pregnancy and beyond, helping expectant mothers to deal with all the physical and emotional changes you experience along the way. Authors Tara Lee and Mary Attwood—both leaders in the field—explain the important fundamentals of pregnancy yoga, such as: • Using breathwork to relax your body and reduce stress • Guided meditations and visualizations to help you feel calm and positive • Illustrated step-by-step routines to energize you and relieve muscle tension and pain • Beneficial postures for a range of common pregnancy-related conditions, including back pain, breathlessness, and swollen ankles • Advice on preparing for labor and childbirth • Post-natal exercises to get you back in shape and energized as a new mother Most importantly, Tara and Mary emphasize how every woman can take charge of her whole self to ensure a happy and healthy pregnancy and birth. The foreword by internationally celebrated Dr Gowri Motha, creator of the Gentle Birth Method, reinforces the message that pregnancy and childbirth is a positive experience to cherish and enjoy.
Download or read book Body Brain Yoga Essentials written by BEST LIFE MEDIA. and published by . This book was released on 2016-02-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Body & Brain Yoga is a brain-based approach to comprehensive wellness. Overall health starts with a healthy brain, since it regulates all bodily functions, emotions, and thoughts. It uses the 5-step approach of Brain Education to activate the brain through a deep mind-body connection. This approach makes this connection through the subtle energy talked about in Asian medicine. Ilchi Lee developed this dynamic mind-body training system by combining the 5000-year-old wisdom of Korea with modern scientific understanding of the brain. With a Body & Brain Yoga practice you can: -develop a strong and flexible body. -boost your energy and vitality. -bring balance back into your life. To help you develop your practice, the Body & Brain Yoga Essentials DVD provides a complete 90-minute guided training session demonstrating the key practices of Body & Brain Yoga, including deep stretching exercises, meditative breathing techniques, and energy awareness practices. This session features a special 15-minute Brain Wave Vibration training, a simple and effective stress relief technique. In addition, the DVD contains a 10-minute bonus segment of Body & Brain Yoga Energy Breathing, a set of five breathing postures to restore vitality. The training sessions on this DVD are taught by top Body & Brain Yoga instructor, Dawn Quaresima. Dawn is the regional director of Body & Brain Yoga centers in the Eastern Region of New York and has been a Body & Brain Yoga instructor since 2005. She has taught many advanced energy workshops both locally and nationally. Note: Not all exercise is suitable for everyone. Consult your doctor before beginning this or any exercise program. The instruction presented is in no way intended as a substitute for medical counseling.
Download or read book Yoga Essentials video written by Denise Austin and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Yoga Essentials written by Jeff Anderson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-01-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a transformative journey into the world of Yoga Essentials, where ancient wisdom meets modern well-being. In this comprehensive guide, delve into the profound significance of yoga, unravel its myriad benefits, and explore a treasure trove of over 100 yoga poses to elevate your mind, body, and spirit. Yoga is more than just a physical exercise; it is a holistic practice that nurtures the union of mind, body, and soul. Discover the rich history and philosophy behind yoga, as you learn how this ancient practice has transcended generations, offering a timeless path to wellness. From increased flexibility and strength to enhanced mental clarity and emotional balance, the benefits of yoga are as diverse as the poses themselves. Unveil the secrets of each yoga pose, meticulously detailed and illustrated to guide practitioners of all levels. Whether you are a novice seeking a gentle introduction or an experienced yogi aiming to deepen your practice, this book caters to all, providing step-by-step instructions, modifications, and variations for each pose. Embrace the power of breath and mindfulness as you explore various yoga styles, from Hatha to Vinyasa, Kundalini to Ashtanga. Each chapter unfolds a new dimension of the practice, empowering you to create a personalized yoga routine that aligns with your unique needs and goals. Beyond the physical postures, delve into the philosophy of yoga, understanding the principles that underpin this ancient art. Learn how to integrate meditation and mindfulness into your practice, cultivating a sense of inner peace and tranquility amidst life's challenges. Whether you are seeking stress relief, improved flexibility, or a deeper connection with your inner self, Yoga Essentials is your comprehensive guide to unlocking the profound benefits of yoga. Immerse yourself in the transformative journey that awaits within these pages, and let the wisdom of yoga guide you towards a life of balance, vitality, and well-being.
Download or read book My Signature Yoga Pose written by Emma Beck and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2018-11-21 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The word yoga is often interpreted as "union" or a method of discipline from the Sanskrit word "yuj" (to yoke or bind). A male practitioner is called a yogi, a female practitioner, a yogini. Yoga is generally understood as a process of unification. This unification is multifaceted. In one dimension, it is a unification of the various systems that exist within the human being including the emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual systems. We will be giving you a rundown of several mainstream practices of yoga which are derived from the tradition of yogic spirituality. These traditions of yoga are as young as 500 years and as old as several thousand. While there are many modern practices of yoga which have been defined by various teachers, the systems we will be discussing are traditional systems which have been in existence throughout many generations. Find out what your signature yoga pose is with a clearer idea of the various different kinds there are in this world. Fall in love with the yoga and with yourself simultaneously as you come to discover parts of yourself within a deeper practice.Book Content Includes: Chapter 1
Download or read book Must Know Yoga Essentials for All Beginners written by Yoga Pose Secrets and published by . This book was released on 2019-01-22 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -Helps You Understand The Science Of Yoga And Its Health Wonders-The Real SECRET For Achieving The Best Yoga Poses For Your Body Type -Effortlessly Get Started With Yoga On Your Own -STOP Worrying About Not Being Able To Meditate And Getting Into A Meditative State-Makes It Easy To Lose Weight With Minimal Cardio Exercise
Download or read book Dahn Yoga Basics written by Ilchi Lee and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2013-10-29 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practitioner's guide details the fundamentals of Dahn Yoga's highly effective mind-body training system. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of Korea, Dahn Yoga is uniquely and ideally suited to open up the energy system of the body, while generating greater vitality and peace of mind. This easy-to-use reference text will help you perfect your postures as you learn the principles behind the practice. Dahn Yoga Basics is a must-have essential for all Dahn Yoga enthusiasts and holistic health advocates. Inside Dahn Yoga Basics: [[ Full color photography and illustration [[ Concise, easy-to-follow instructions for every exercise [[ Fully illustrated explanation of the body's life energy system [[ Dahn Yoga posture chart and glossary [[ Clear explanation of basic Dahn principles and philosophy
Download or read book The Oh She Glows Cookbook written by Angela Liddon and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-03-04 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Times bestseller from the founder of Oh She Glows "Angela Liddon knows that great cooks depend on fresh ingredients. You'll crave every recipe in this awesome cookbook!" —Isa Chandra Moskowitz, author of Isa Does It "So many things I want to make! This is a book you'll want on the shelf." —Sara Forte, author of The Sprouted Kitchen A self-trained chef and food photographer, Angela Liddon has spent years perfecting the art of plant-based cooking, creating inventive and delicious recipes that have brought her devoted fans from all over the world. After struggling with an eating disorder for a decade, Angela vowed to change her diet — and her life — once and for all. She traded the low-calorie, processed food she'd been living on for whole, nutrient-packed vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, and more. The result? Her energy soared, she healed her relationship with food, and she got her glow back, both inside and out. Eager to share her realization that the food we put into our bodies has a huge impact on how we look and feel each day, Angela started a blog, ohsheglows.com, which is now an Internet sensation and one of the most popular vegan recipe blogs on the web. This is Angela's long-awaited debut cookbook, with a trasure trove of more than 100 moutherwatering, wholesome recipes — from revamped classics that even meat-eaters will love, to fresh and inventive dishes — all packed with flavor. The Oh She Glows Cookbook also includes many allergy-friendly recipes — with more than 90 gluten-free recipes — and many recipes free of soy, nuts, sugar, and grains, too! Whether you are a vegan, "vegan-curious," or you simply want to eat delicious food that just happens to be healthy, too, this cookbook is a must-have for anyone who longs to eat well, feel great, and simply glow!
Download or read book Yoga written by Catherine Walker and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-10 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use These Powerful Yoga Poses To Assist You In Improving Your Health, Reducing Your Stress & Anxiety, Increasing Your Energy, And Losing Weight! Catherine Walker's Dynamic Yoga Guide Is A Must-Have For Anyone Wanting To Improve Their Life!This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to make use of different yoga poses to achieve the healthier, slimmer, more energetic, and stress-free body you have long desired. More than just a simple fitness routine to add to your arsenal of long-given-up-on workout fads, yoga is a unique combination of breath control, meditation, fitness training, and gymnastics. This book aims to help you learn the proper way of performing different poses so that you can live a healthy and fit life that is full of energy and free from stress.The yoga lifestyle is one that involves both the mind and the body. Practiced for more than five thousand years, yoga can hardly be considered as a mere workout fad. The reason for yoga's long-standing popularity could be because it is a form of exercise that does not only help you burn fat as well as work your muscles, but also because it allows you to feel relaxed and energized at the same time. Yoga is an overall mind-body workout, combining a number of stretching and strengthening poses with relaxation, meditation, and deep breathing. Here Is A Preview Of What You Will Learn: Getting Acquainted With Some Yoga Essentials Yoga Poses For Improved Health Stress-Reducing Yoga Poses Yoga Poses To Help You Lose Weight Yoga Poses Guaranteed To Increase Your Energy That incredible physique, increased energy, stress-reduced life, and fantastic overall well-being can be yours through the implementation of yoga into your life. TAKE ACTION TODAY and purchase Catherine Walkers' phenomenal book, "Yoga: 20 Essential Yoga Poses for Improving Your Health, Reducing Stress & Anxiety, Increasing Your Energy, and Losing Weight!"
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Download or read book The Women s Health Big Book of Yoga written by Kathryn Budig and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2012-10-30 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Women's Health contributor and yoga expert Kathryn Budig-the essential, authoritative guide to yoga, for beginners and beyond. Approximately 16 millions Americans now practice yoga on a regular basis. Devotees can't rave enough about this ancient art of meditation, breathing, and physical postures that calms the mind and slims the body. Unlike fitness fads, yoga is worth the hype. The postures stretch and tone lean muscle mass and sculpt a strong and slender physique-burning up to 400 calories in a 90-minute session. But yoga does something even better. It's proven to reduce the biggest cause of weight gain-stress-which 43% of Americans say makes them overeat. This definitive volume features: - every essential pose to help readers lose weight and transform their bodies - Total Body Yoga: targeted workouts in 15 minutes or less - core-strengthening routines for hotter, more satisfying sex - a healthy, mindful eating plan centered around calming, cleansing foods Covering everything from basic postures to relaxation techniques to avoiding common injuries, The Women's Health Big Book of Yoga is the only guide readers need to achieve their fittest, healthiest, happiest selves.
Download or read book Back Care Basics written by Mary Pullig Schatz and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A doctor and certified Iyengar yoga instructor introduces a low-cost program for reducing back pain and relieving stress through gentle yoga Back Care Basics offers the low-cost solution for back care: therapeutic yoga. Dr. Schatz’s approach to back rehabilitation is gentle, effective, and doesn't resort to drugs or surgery. Her program encourages both positive health practices and a positive outlook—the important tools needed for prevention and healing. Dr. Schatz has designed this program to help those with pain from chronic musculoskeletal back and neck strain, spinal arthritis, osteoporosis, premenstrual syndrome, pregnancy, and scoliosis. Simple and practical ways to heal the back, restructure the body, and cope with stress are taught so that one becomes more sensitive to early warning signs of an impending "back attack" and what to do to ward it off.
Download or read book Yoga Basics written by C. Alexander Simpkins, Ph.D. and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-05-15 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this yoga guide, you can delve into a sport as good for your mind as it is for your body--and become a part of the vast (and continually growing) yoga community in the US and beyond. Dating back to the 11th century Vedic Indian tradition, the practice of yoga didn't gain prominence in the Western world until the 20th century. Fast forward to the present day, and yoga communities are huge--and still showing steady growth. Yoga is as good for the mind as it is for the body, and its benefits include flexibility, weight loss, stress reduction, pain relief, and spiritual growth. This yoga book for beginners covers the origins of yoga including its philosophy, history, and the various styles of yoga schools as they apply to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. The Simpkins, neuroscience professionals with over 40 years teaching experience, address the curiosities and concerns of the beginning student, such as: Where do I begin? How do I find a teacher? How do I prepare for my first class? What do the unfamiliar terms mean? And much, much more Yoga Basics focuses on the yoga essentials of breathing, balance, and the yoga poses themselves. Meditation and relaxation techniques are also discussed to complement your yoga exercises or yoga workouts. This accessible and comprehensive introduction is everything you need to learn yoga with confidence and success.
