Download or read book Yoga Forma written by Romy Phillips and published by Plain Sight Publishing. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take your love of yoga to the next level by using it as a tool for rehabilitation after injury! This in-depth guide to teaching and sharing yoga is perfect for yoga instructors, personal trainers, and physical therapists. Learn how to prevent injuries during yoga practice and change your students' lives for the better by prescribing specific exercises to help them with spinal or back injuries.
Download or read book Yoga Anatomy Made Simple written by Stu Girling and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2023-06-20 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fun introductory guide to yoga anatomy for new and experienced yoga teachers, practitioners, and enthusiasts Knowledge of anatomy is a crucial part of every effective yoga practice, but the subject can be dry and difficult. Yoga Anatomy Made Simple provides a fun solution—it’s a go-to guide to functional yoga anatomy, written for yoga practitioners looking to jump in and start applying key concepts to their work. Here, longtime yoga teacher Stuart Girling pairs his expertise with real-life examples and colorful, jaunty illustrations to create a book that serves as a playful introduction and refresher course for yogis, teachers, and trainers. Yoga Anatomy Made Simple provides simple explanations of key yoga-anatomy concepts, like patterns, variety, breath, and strength. The illustrations are diverse, body-inclusive, joyful, and fun—and mirror the author’s own accessible, unpretentious approach to practical yoga anatomy. Concepts are demonstrated on different body parts, as well as the following posture groups: Forward bends Hip rotations Backbends Twists Postures involving the shoulders Inversions Arm balances Girling ties everything together in a holistic framework with a playful touch on every page—one that embraces each student’s lifestyle, environment, and life history. Yoga teachers will learn to elevate their ability to analyze yoga postures from a physical perspective, sequence more effectively, avoid unnecessary injury, and appreciate the importance of individuality within postural yoga.
Download or read book The Yoga Anatomy Coloring Book written by Kelly Solloway and published by Get Creative 6. This book was released on 2018-06-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fun mix of coloring book and instructional guide demystifies anatomy for the yoga enthusiast and teacher. Yoga instructor, licensed massage therapist, and anatomy teacher Kelly Solloway provides an entertaining and informative journey through the human body, focusing on the bones, joints, and muscles used in yoga. After an overview of helpful terms, Kelly covers the skeletal system, joints, and connective tissue, followed by the muscular system. Each anatomical feature is illustrated with a beautiful black-and-white drawing of a yoga posture, or asana, to color. Coloring the bones and muscles, and their names, will help you to remember their location and function, and 32 perforated flash cards enable readers to quiz themselves and study yoga anatomy on the go.
Download or read book The Art of Vinyasa written by Richard Freeman and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2016-12-27 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A radical presentation of the most rigorous form of contemporary yoga as meditation in motion The Art of Vinyasa takes a unique look at Ashtanga yoga as meditation in motion that produces profound inner change. Two of the most well-respected teachers of the Ashtanga style of yoga, Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor, explore this rigorous practice not as a gymnastic feat, but as a meditative form. They reveal that doing the practice—and particularly the vinyasa, or the breath-synchonized movements—in such a deep and focused way allows practitioners to experience a profound awakening of the body and mind. It also develops an adaptable, flexible practice that can last a lifetime. Freeman and Taylor give an in-depth explanation of form, alignment, and anatomy, and how they work together in the practice. They also present a holistic approach to asana practice that includes an awareness of the subtle breath, and seamlessly merges yoga philosophy with practical technique. Unlike other books on Ashtanga, The Art of Vinyasa does not follow the linear pattern of the sequences of postures that are the hallmark of Ashtanga yoga. Instead, it interlinks the eight limbs: yama and niyama (ethical practices), asana (postures), pranayama (breathing), pratyahara (nongrasping of the senses), dharana (concentration), dhyana (meditation), samadhi (harmony, insight)—and shows how to establish an internally rooted yoga practice.
Download or read book Yoga for the Three Stages of Life written by Srivatsa Ramaswami and published by Inner Traditions / Bear & Co. This book was released on 2001 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After studying with the legendary T. Krishnamacharya for 33 years, the author developed his teaching into a program that focuses on adapting yoga to individual needs and different stages of life.
Download or read book You Are a Lion written by Taeeun Yoo and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-01-16 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With simple instructions and bright, clear illustrations, award-winning artist Taeeun Yoo invites children to enjoy yoga by assuming playful animal poses. And she sparks their imagination further by encouraging them to pretend to be the animal - to flutter like a butterfly, hiss like a snake, roar like a lion and more. Yoga is great for kids because it promotes flexibility and focus - and it's relaxing good fun! The charming pictures of children and animals and the lyrical text make this gentle introduction to yoga a book to be treasured.
Download or read book Neural Mechanisms Underlying Movement Based Embodied Contemplative Practices written by Laura Schmalzl and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2016-07-05 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relative to the extensive neuroscientific work on seated meditation practices, far less studies have investigated the neural mechanisms underlying movement-based contemplative practices such as yoga or tai chi. Movement-based practices have, however, been found to be effective for relieving the symptoms of several clinical conditions, and to elicit measurable changes in physiological, neural, and behavioral parameters in healthy individuals. An important challenge for neuroscience is therefore to advance our understanding of the neurophysiological and neurocognitive mechanisms underlying these observed effects, and this Research Topic aims to make a contribution in this regard. It showcases the current state of the art of investigations on movement-based practices including yoga, tai chi, the Feldenkrais Method, as well as dance. Featured contributions include empirical research, proposals of theoretical frameworks, as well as novel perspectives on a variety of issues relevant to the field. This Research Topic is the first of its kind to specifically attempt a neurophysiological and neurocognitive characterization that spans multiple mindful movement approaches, and we trust it will be of interest to basic scientists, clinical researchers, and contemplative practitioners alike.
Download or read book Yoga the Advanced Lessons written by Olivia Summers and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-06-22 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Yoga: The Advanced Lessons" Will Be Your Personal Secret Weapon! Inside you'll find 30 challenging poses (like Crow, Peacock, Scorpion and more) to help take your practice from Plain Jane to awe-inspiring-just like your favorite Instagram yogis! If You've Ever Wanted To Learn How To Do Amazing Bendable Feats Of Art, Then Look No Further... This yoga book has got you covered and then some! These 30 challenging poses will help you get to pro level--ASAP. If you're committed to elevating your yoga game and having fun at the same time, then "Yoga: The Advanced Lessons" will be your personal coach. Not Only Are You Going To Master Some Of The Most Challenging Poses, But Look What Else You'll Find Inside... Ways to make advanced poses even more challenging Why you should take your yoga practice outdoors The do's and don'ts of an outdoor yoga session A Brief history of yoga Why yoga is beneficial for your health and well-being Detailed pictures and instructions for achieving mind-bending poses Why meditation is essential to your yoga practice How to connect your body, mind and spirit for an even more intense yoga session Plus, so much more! So if you're up for a challenge and you're ready to push your yoga routine to the next level, then I challenge you to spend the next 30 days committing to the poses in this book. But be warned: this is for serious yogis only! Think You've Got What It Takes? ==> Scroll up and click add to cart to get your copy now! tags: yoga, yoga books, yoga poses, yoga advanced, stretching, yoga for weight loss, yoga exercises, mindfulness, yoga for beginners, bodyweight exercises, restorative yoga, yin yoga
Download or read book The Power of Ashtanga Yoga written by Kino MacGregor and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A foremost Ashtanga Yoga teacher tells you “everything you ever wanted to know from a yogi” in this guide for beginners and experienced practitioners alike (Huffington Post) Go inside the philosophy, history, and practices of a popular and athletic type of yoga—with step-by-step instructions and gems of wisdom for starting your own journey to self-realization Ashtanga Yoga has become extremely popular in recent years. Here, Kino MacGregor—a disciple of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, the great modern guru who developed Ashtanga Yoga—gives a comprehensive view of the practice, demonstrating how Ashtanga is fundamentally a path of spiritual transformation and personal development. MacGregor delves into the history and tradition of Ashtanga Yoga and reveals how its philosophy manifests in contemporary lifestyle and dietary choices. She also explains the essential connection of breath, posture, and gaze that is the core of the practice. Her clear, step-by-step instruction of the Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series—including standing, seated, backbending, twisting, hip-opening, and closing postures—is a wonderful initiation for those who are new to the practice, and it will motivate experienced yogis toward perfection of the form. Throughout, MacGregor shares her own personal yoga journey and her devotion to yoga as a path of self-realization in a way that will inspire all practitioners.
Download or read book Yoga Journal written by and published by . This book was released on 1981-05 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For more than 30 years, Yoga Journal has been helping readers achieve the balance and well-being they seek in their everyday lives. With every issue,Yoga Journal strives to inform and empower readers to make lifestyle choices that are healthy for their bodies and minds. We are dedicated to providing in-depth, thoughtful editorial on topics such as yoga, food, nutrition, fitness, wellness, travel, and fashion and beauty.
Download or read book Yoga Bear written by Sarah Jane Hinder and published by Sounds True. This book was released on 2018-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What’s the best way to learn yoga? With animals! With Yoga Bear, the second in our yoga board book series, little ones are invited to move, breathe, and play along with jungle animal friends—all while discovering just how fun yoga can be. Writer and illustrator Sarah Jane Hinder presents a fun, easy-to-learn yoga flow for babies, toddlers, and other early readers. With Hinder’s colorful and expressive illustrations as a guide, join Bear and his friends—including Monkey, Tiger, Sloth, and Crocodile—on a romp through 10 authentic animal poses. Countless studies have shown that reading with children in their formative years plants the seeds of lifelong literacy, creativity, curiosity, and appreciation for language. And it's never too early to start fostering a love of exercise and a respect for one's body with movement practices like yoga. Complete with a flow guide for parents and teachers, Yoga Bear is sure to become a story-time favorite.
Download or read book Yoga Anatomy written by Leslie Kaminoff and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2011-10-28 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best-selling anatomy guide for yoga is now updated, expanded, and better than ever! With more asanas, vinyasas, full-color anatomical illustrations, and in-depth information, the second edition of YogaAnatomy provides you with a deeper understanding of the structures and principles underlying each movement and of yoga itself. From breathing to inversions to standing poses, see how specific muscles respond to the movements of the joints; how 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. With Yoga Anatomy, Second Edition, authors Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews, both internationally recognized experts and teachers in anatomy, breathing, and bodywork, have created the ultimate reference for yoga practitioners, instructors, and enthusiasts alike.
Download or read book Yoga Alignment Principles and Practice B W Edition written by Steven Weiss and published by Alignyoga108. This book was released on 2022-01-15 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Black and White format: This text is a unique and an essential guide for bringing refinement to your asana practice using clear and concise principles for how the body correctly moves and aligns. It is a comprehensive exploration of anatomy, postural mechanics and the basic principles of yoga as therapy. This book is appropriate for all styles of yoga. It is perfect for yoga teacher training courses and for earnest students at all levels of experience. It provides insightful tips and answers to many questions that arise for both teachers and students alike. Its concepts are user-friendly and always presented from yoga's point of view.
Download or read book Ten Poses of Yoga written by Ten Poses of Yoga and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2014-02 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yoga is an ancient and beautiful form of movement, meditation, and inspiration, suitable for practitioners of any race, shape, or size. Through the practice of yoga, you can increase your health, fl exibility, and general sense of well-being. In a stressful world, yoga offers an oasis of calm and vitality. Now this guide seeks to help you learn the fundamentals of this therapeutic lifestyle. Written as an accessible and easy-to-use beginner's guide, Ten Poses of Yoga provides step-by-step instructions and photographs to help you get started. You can create your own memory book to commemorate your progress. Today, you can begin to move beyond your fears and excuses and start on your own path to health. Yoga uses a holistic approach that is both psychological and physical. It reduces stress, calms the mind, enhances weight loss, and creates a more open-minded person. An inspirational and motivational experience in and of itself, yoga inspires people to live healthier lives. In fact, yoga is a FULL--faith, unity, loyalty, longevity-- experience. Let the poses begin!
Download or read book Yoga Mala written by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and published by North Point Press. This book was released on 2010-07-06 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The seminal treatise and guide to Ashtanga yoga by the master of this increasingly popular discipline There is a yoga boom in America, and Sri K. Pattabhi Jois is at the heart of it. One of the great yoga figures of our time, Jois brought Ashtanga yoga to the West a quarter of a century ago and has been the driving force behind its worldwide dissemination. Based on flowing, energetic movement, Ashtanga and the many forms of vinyasa yoga that grow directly out of it--have become the most widespread and influential styles of practice in the United States today. Mala means "garland" in Sanskrit, and Yoga Mala--a "garland of yoga practice"--is Jois's distillation of Ashtanga. He first outlines the ethical principles and philosophy underlying the discipline and explains its important terms and concepts. Next he guides the reader through Ashtanga's versions of the Sun Salutation and its subsequent sequence of forty-two asanas, or poses, precisely describing how to execute each position and what benefits each provides. Brought into English by Eddie Stern, a student of Jois's for twelve years and director of the Patanjali Yoga Shala in New York City, Yoga Mala will be an indispensable handbook for students and teachers of yoga for years to come.
Download or read book Anatomy Stretching Training for Yoga written by Amy Auman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With training tips, exercises, and injury remedies, this is an essential book for every yogi and instructor! Yoga is more than just an exercise; it’s a way of spiritual living that has been growing in popularity throughout the years. But nothing ruins the tranquility of yoga faster than an unfortunate injury. Yoga focuses on almost every muscle in the body, from the core of the abdomen, to the muscles of the back, right down to the delicate muscles in the neck. All of these are prone to injury, and all of those injuries can keep you off the mat. That’s why every yogi needs Anatomy, Stretching & Training for Yoga. Amy Auman and Lisa Purcell provide expert advice on how to achieve perfect flexibility while minimizing injury, with tools and training on the following subjects: • Finding the proper equipment: which mat works best for you • Warm-up stretches and why they are important • Corrective exercises to improve your balance and flexibility • Step-by-step photos • And much more! Anatomy, Stretching & Training for Yoga details how to achieve each pose, or asana, and properly align your body to begin a daily routine that will provide you with a calm focus while improving your strength, flexibility, balance, and posture. A handy guide lets you know which muscles are the main targets of each asana, each asana’s benefits and cautions, and tips on perfecting your form. Here you’ll find all the information you need to help you avoid common injuries and become the best yogi you can be!
Download or read book The Anatomy of Yoga Coloring Book written by Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2022-11-08 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the anatomy and mechanics of more than 50 yoga poses in a fun and accessible coloring book--for yoga students, teachers, and yogis of all levels. From learning what muscles are activated by which poses to understanding joint action and contraction, The Anatomy of Yoga Coloring Book offers yogis an interactive learning tool to deepen their knowledge of anatomical and mechanical structures relevant to yoga teaching and practice. Chapters 1 and 2 guide the reader through the anatomy and physiology of the body. Author and E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher Trainer Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones details the nervous system, anatomical orientation and movement, and the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and joint systems, explaining how each relates to yoga and movement. Test your knowledge as you color intricate black and white drawings of each asana 50+ popular yoga poses, or asanas, are organized into 7 key categories: standing, sitting, twisting, prone and supine, inversions, balancing poses, and forward- and backbends. Each pose is presented with prompts to color in structures and functions, and is accompanied by insightful techniques and tips. Readers will learn not only the benefits of each pose, but contraindications, post adjustments, and relevant terminology. The healing heart of yoga What sets this book apart from others on the market is the inclusion of the subtle realm of yoga, or energetic anatomy. Understanding the energies of the body through fascia, bandhas, nadis, and chakras takes the reader beyond muscle and joint mechanics to a more holistic, connected, and deeply rooted understanding of the science and practice of yoga.
