Yoga For Dummies

Learn to: Conquer the proper sitting and standing postures, and more Practice Yoga with a partner or against the wall Become more flexible and relieve stress ...a lifetime tool for practicing Yoga at any age Felicia Marie Tomasko, RN, Editor in Chief, LA YOGA Ayurveda and Health Magazine Yoga has been bringing health and peace of mind to millions of people for millennia. Covering everything from basic postures to relaxation techniques to avoiding common injuries, this definitive guide contains all the good counsel and practical exercises you need to achieve your fittest, healthiest, happiest self. Youll discover the latest tips and poses for mid–lifers, seniors, and couples; how yoga can help manage chronic pain; and what props to use in your yoga routines. Ready, set, yoga get started with the basics to ensure a fruitful yoga practice, from learning to let go of stress to breathing your way to good health Get creative discover how to create your own yoga program, find the benefits of having a yoga partner, and bring balance to kids and teens by getting young ones involved Reach high make yoga a habit to discover the true you, relieve stress, overcome obstacles, and reach enlightenment Partner yoga with pregnancy find out how to safely enjoy and reap the benefits of yoga as you and your baby grow Open the book and find: What to wear and how to pack your yoga kit Practical guidance on the art of letting go The mechanics of yogic breathing How yoga and meditation can help you reach enlightenment Ways to get kids and teens involved with yoga How to get the most out of your yoga practice The scoop on yoga as a lifestyle Tips for enjoying a yoga class

Larry Payne, PhD, is the founding president of the International Association of Yoga Therapists and was named one of Americas most respected yoga teachers by the Los Angeles Times . Georg Feuerstein, PhD, was internationally respected for his contribution to Yoga research and the history of consciousness.