Ashtanga Yoga: The Complete Mind and Body Workout
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Book Overview
It's a workout unlike any other, strengthening the body and purifying the mind--and with this introduction to ashtanga's dynamic sequences ( asanas ), anyone can participate. From easy poses for beginners through more challenging ones, from warm-ups to finishing movements, scores of sitting and standing positions will vitalize you while they promote wellness. The breathing and relaxation techiniques, warm-ups, combinations, advice on hydration and diet, and hundreds of color photographs will have you tapping into your body's energy centers on your way toward spiritual harmony.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0806966556
ISBN13:9780806966557
Release Date:December 2001
Publisher:Sterling Publishing (NY)
Length:128 Pages
Weight:1.10 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 7.6" x 10.3"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
Does a good job of breaking down the series
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
I enjoyed this book immensely. The book breaks down the Primary Series into workable parts. The book starts with the two Sun Salutations, then it goes into the standing postures, the seated postures, advanced seated postures, and finishing/closing postures. This book does a good job of offering some modifications to some of the poses. Berly Benders "Power Yoga" does an even better job, but this book is quite good to get started with. Pegrum demonstrates the poses with tremondous competency, and makes them look almost attainable :-). Overall, this is a good book to start with.
Recommended
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
I found this one to be extremely informative & practical and thankfully free from the cliched vagueness of some other books I have read. It contains very clear photos and detailed instructions for each pose/sequence along with the benefits of each pose. The introduction talks about the origins of yoga, the 8 limbs, etc and basically how to get the best out of your practice (touching on routine, diet, etc). Probably best suited for individuals who have already been introduced to yoga (at any level).
Great!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This book is by far a great comprehensive view to AShtanga yoga. IT shows you how to do the various poses, alternative, easier ways, and the benefits of each of them. This is a must if you devote time to yoga and are an enthusiast. IT is best if you already have some degree of flexibility before you start this type of yoga.
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