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Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong: Qigong of Unconditional Love Review

Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong: Qigong of Unconditional Love
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The book is written by the originator of this particular style of qigong, Master Li Jun Feng, and is the authoritative guide for any practitioner of Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong. It contains some background material, but is basically a 'how-to' book.
Every posture, or exercise, is described technically and is illustrated by photos of Master Li performing it. Additionally the postures has a set of contemplations that the practitioner can use to enhance the effect of the exercises. Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong is constructed as series of postures that each can take anywhere from 10 minutes to several hours to perform depending on the speed and number of repetitions of each exercise the practitioner wishes to do. There are four standing and three sitting series of postures as well as two different types of meditations that are all covered by this book.
Like any book of this kind it best serves the purpose of being a helpful additional tool and cannot fully replace the hands-on guidance of a good teacher. But as such it is excellent, with hundreds of good photos and easy-to-follow descriptions of each exercise. Any motivated qigong practitioner should be able to learn the forms from the book. Even more so if done in combination with the available videos.
The author is well known in China, as he used to be the head coach of the Beijing Wushu (martial art / kung fu) Team as well as the National Wushu Team for many years, He also starred in some Chinese martial arts movies before giving it all up to dedicate his time to develop and teach this beautiful and inspiring form of qigong.
I can personally vouch for the effectiveness of the Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong style of qigong when it comes to fulfilling the promises of Chinese energy cultivation. The exercises are easy to learn (but can be hard to master) and feel good to do. Unlike some other schools of qigong there are no stringent demands of what time of the day you should train, the cardinal directions and such. But it is no less 'serious' for that. Practicing Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong is effective for your health and well-being, and might do some very nice things for your mind and spirit as well.

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Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong: Qigong of Unconditional Love, A Return to Oneness Starting the practice of Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong is the first step of a journey to our origin. Our origin, our true homeland, is the state in which we experience the feeling of complete well-being. Returning there means discovering the true self - achieving insight into a wholeness that has never been lost, just forgotten. Always be at home, no matter where we are - always find wholeness no matter what the life circumstances may be - attaining this means merging with everything and knowing that there is only oneness.

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The Pilates Deck Review

The Pilates Deck
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I'm a beginner and I think pilates deck is really good. I have friends who are far more advanced with pilates and they weren't so impressed.
I like to mix in the exercises from The 5-Second Flat Belly Secret - Lose 2-3 Inches from Your Belly in Less Than 1 Month with these pilates positions to get more focused work on losing my belly and that's been working out superb.


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Develop a strong and flexible body that moves with ease and grace. With these 50 pilates exercise cards, you'll enjoy invigorating exercise that targets areas which support good posture and long muscles. Without relying on machines, The Pilates Deck makes working out easy by incorporating mat exercises that progress from preparatory movements to advanced sequences.

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B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health Review

B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health
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I have long been expecting a book from Mr. Iyengar that addresses the changes in his yoga since the publication the now classic Light on Yoga. This book clearly speaks to three major factors that Iyengar yoga is now famous for, but which are not covered in depth in Light on Yoga: the use of props and so called "restorative" poses, the therapeutic use of yoga asanas, and precise attention to anatomical detail in the poses.
To accomplish this, the book is divided into three sections: the Introductions, Yoga for You, and Yoga for Stress. The introductions are somewhat superficial with oddly anomalous photos, perhaps useful only to those who know nothing about yoga. The introduction to Light on Yoga, while dense, is much more rewarding.
Yoga for You gives detailed anatomical instruction in around 27 of the most basic and important asanas. This section has more pictures and more instructional information per asana than any other book I've seen. I was initially put of by seemingly trite little offset "advise from the Guru" sections but they eventually won me over, simply because Mr. Iyengar's advice is really, really good.
However, this section omits so many asanas that are also important, that it becomes difficult to give it a full endorsement as anything but a supplement to other Iyengar books. In attition, it is geared towards beginners, so intermediate and advancesed students might wish to look elswhere for further instruction. Yoga: the Iyengar Way by Silva and Mira Mehta, for instance, has slightly less detail, but covers more like 100 asanas with more some intermediate instruction(even this work, however, cuts corners).
Yoga for Stress is the most thorough work on the use of props in existence. It also gives a large section of routines for various ailments (with little pictures for each asana - a great touch which is steadily becoming for common) and a 20 weeks course for beginners (without such pictures - a pity).
This is, in general, great material, but I have found three problems with it:
1. Beginner's modifications for asanas in part 1, as well as several asanas (like Prasarita Padottanasana) which aren't covered in part 1, are put in part 2 which makes it frequently confusing when following the routines. A beginner looking for a simple introduction to props and Iyengar yoga might do better with How to Use Yoga by Mira Mehta. 2. It's much less useful if your not willing to invest heavily in specialized props (my own furniture and blankets weren't really appropriate, although some people may not have this problem). In fact, if you are not totally committed to the heavy use of props, I would find it difficult to recommend this book at all. 3. There is no discussion of why the given routines are good for certain ailments (the benefits of individual asanas are, as is usual, given with the poses themselves) and the modifying of routines is discussed only briefly. Gary Kraftsow's Yoga for Wellness, by contrast, gives a lot more of this type of information (although it has its own drawbacks).
Despite these problems, the instructional material for what is covered in the book is to notch. I would recommend this work highly to anyone who uses or is interested in using props, Iyengar teachers, Iyengar beginners who are committed to this style of yoga and want to be thorough in their understanding of it's more singular aspects, and anyone who insists on getting detailed anatomical instruction straight from Mr. Iyengar even in the knowledge that it will leave you wishing for more.

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Meridian Exercise for Self-Healing, Book 1: Classified by Common Symptoms (Dahnhak, the Way to Perfect Health) Review

Meridian Exercise for Self-Healing, Book 1: Classified by Common Symptoms (Dahnhak, the Way to Perfect Health)
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I bought this book because I wanted to learn more about Meridian exercises. I thought this sounded interesting based on other reviews. First of all, he divided it in 2 books, so you won't find all the remedies in one and you are almost forced to buy 2. I tried the exercises for headaches and it did nothing to help me. I also tried other exercises, but it's difficult to tell if it does anything since there are no immediate results. He doesn't give any explanation for his selection of exercises except chosen few. Also, some of the exercises are impossible to follow from the description.


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Slim Calm Sexy Yoga: 210 Proven Yoga Moves for Mind/Body Bliss Review

Slim Calm Sexy Yoga: 210 Proven Yoga Moves for Mind/Body Bliss
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I am 50 years old and out of shape. I've been really bummed out since I have had trouble finding some type of exercise I can stick with. Then I found Tara Stiles on youtube, and I got hooked. I always avoided yoga, thinking it was too difficult for someone like me, but she shows even the most out of shape person how to get started and how to feel comfortable with where you are now. I got the book, and it's a wonderful book on it's own, since it gives some really good ideas, tips, and encouragement. Coupled with her youtube videos, it's really all you need to start a yoga practice on your own time, in your own place if that's what you want. (It's good to see the poses in action, and to use the book as a reference for more detail behind the poses.) It also gives information for more advanced poses, so I think it would be great even if you're not a beginner like me. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and if someone can make me enthusiastic about exercise, that's saying something. I have also started to use her meditation and breathing tips, which I probably wouldn't have done in the past either. I think it's great she is bringing yoga to everyone. I'd recommend this book to anyone interested in improving mental and physical health. And she makes it fun.

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Transformative Yoga: Five Keys to Unlocking Inner Bliss Review

Transformative Yoga: Five Keys to Unlocking Inner Bliss
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I'm trained to teach yoga, and I would recommend this book to anyone who's new to yoga or curious about it. I would also recommend it for people who have been doing yoga for years. The book gives a brief history of how the author discovered yoga and strengthened his love for it. It moves into the benefits of yoga, then gives step-by-step instructions on how to do positions complete with pictures of himself in the poses. The book explains what it's like to live a full "yoga" lifestyle. New or curious people could benefit from this book because it lays a good foundation, and he even explains how to go about finding a teacher that suits you. For those who have done yoga for years (like me) this book will take you back to the basics, which was very refreshing to me.

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Yoga in the Shambhava Tradition Review

Yoga in the Shambhava Tradition
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I am a practitioner of yoga for 22 years and I have been teaching for 20 years. I teach an eclectic blend of various styles of hatha yoga. Yoga n the Shambhava Tradition is an inspiring book both for those new to yoga as well as the very experienced. It introduces the true roots of yoga, spiritually, including meditation and breathing, derived from the lineage of Swami Muktananda. Although it includes the history of yoga, it is not religious, and can be used by people of all backgrounds. The directions are simple and concise. The models are of all body types. The book is colorful and inviting. It suggests various daily practices from the simplest routines, to the more involved, deeper practices for the more dedicated practitioners. The emphasis is spiritually based, using hatha yoga as a means of achieving peace of mind, a relaxed body, and a steady, focused mind.
I would recommend this book for all levels. Anyone who wishes to explore yoga for the first time, or anyone looking for new inspiration to spice up their practice can appreciate this book. It is a very sweet, fun, easy to follow, well laid out book.
Deborah DeVoursney
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Yoga in the Shambhava Tradition

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Swami Omkari Devananda shares a compilation of teachings that have been part of The Shambhava School of Yoga for years. Shambhava hatha yoga is yoga from the heart, and this richly illuminated volume will bring inspiration to everyone, from the beginner to the hatha yoga teacher. With full color photographs and easy-to-understand instructions, Devananda shows students how to bring balance to their own practice.Each of the five chapters offers a different level of postures and presents poses, mediation exercises, breathing exercises and daily gratitude practices. There are also recommendations for beginners, practitioners, teachers and meditators, and those who are looking to remedy specific conditions. This book is a delight to the senses and has something to offer everyone who is drawn to yoga.

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Basic Yoga for Everybody: 84 Cards with Accompanying Handbook Review

Basic Yoga for Everybody: 84 Cards with Accompanying Handbook
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What a great idea! So, I bought the cards and opened the nicely marketed package to find hard to understand illustrations and non-descript type. This product could be helpful for the ultimate beginner, but I would not even recommend it for them. I was very disappointed with the content of the cards and the intangibility of the text. What was the purpose and where is the teaching?

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Torah Yoga: Experiencing Jewish Wisdom Through Classic Postures (Arthur Kurzweil Books) Review

Torah Yoga: Experiencing Jewish Wisdom Through Classic Postures (Arthur Kurzweil Books)
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Bloomfield touches the depths of one's body and soul in this beautifully written guide to studying both Torah and Yoga.There is a sense of ease and comfort in her wisdom and her teachings. The Yoga postures are easy to replicate and the photos enhance the warmth of the book. Whether a novice or a master, this book will want you coming back for more...a must read for anyone who embraces and desires to expand their essence.

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Chakra Yoga: Balancing Energy for Physical, Spiritual, and Mental Well-being Review

Chakra Yoga: Balancing Energy for Physical, Spiritual, and Mental Well-being
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I'd been to Alan Finger's seminar in NYC years ago and wanted to have that information again to try to recreate the miraculous results I got there. The book in combination with the excellent meditation CD were everything I'd hoped they would be. If you're looking to open up your meditation practice and take it to a new level, I strongly recommend this program. If you've never worked with your chakras, you will find a new discipline you never knew existed.

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Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga: A Complete Guide to Health and Wellbeing Review

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga: A Complete Guide to Health and Wellbeing
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this book was suggested to me by Amazon and I purchased it on a whim. despite being somewhat knowledgeable about Tibetan Buddhism, I had never heard of Tarthang Tulku or Kum Nye before. I am glad I did, because this book has been a real inspiration to me and has enriched my practice of meditation and body awareness.
the introduction is one of the most interesting and enjoyable parts of the book. Tarthang Tulku presents a perspective on spirituality and the body which should be familiar to anyone involved in yoga or somatic practices (e.g. Feldenkrais, Bioenergetics), but in a way that is fresh and inspirational. I don't know if the book was partially ghost written, but I was surprised at the clarity and poetry of the writing coming from a non-native speaker. Tarthang Tulku explains the goals and philosophy of this system of meditation in a way that really communicates the spirit of the work and inspires one with a sense of the true possibility for growth and wholeness.
the bulk of the book consists of fairly detailed exercises that combine breathing and movement with meditative awareness. the descriptions are fairly clear, but there are only sparse drawings and it is sometimes a little difficult understand exactly what is being described. however, the work is so straightforward that one can easily invent slight variations or entirely new techniques.
in fact, the author insinuates that kum nye as taught by his father was quite freeform, and that he codified it into a series of exercises to make it more accessible to 'westerners'. personally, I find that I prefer to keep things loose and unstructured, and that I learn more by letting my body guide the process rather than trying to rigorously follow a set of exercises. although Tarthang Tulku recommends that kind of approach in some of his other work (e.g. Gesture of Balance), I think the point could have been communicated better here. that and the lack of more detailed illustrations are the only reason why this book gets four stars instead of five.
as a final note, I am surprised that I have never heard of this teacher before. as a student of somatic psychology, I think Tarthang Tulku's work deserves more attention. his approach has striking similarities to both Feldenkrais and Bioenergetics. I hope in the future that this simple and inspirational work will receive more attention within the community of body awareness practitioners, and that an extensive dialog can occur between practitioners of these methods and those of us who have been trained in 'western' techniques and perspectives.

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Containing 115 exercises & massages and based on a traditional healing system, this yoga helps to relieve stress, transform old patterns and promote balance and health.

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Dragon and Tiger Medical Qigong: A Miracle Health System for Developing Chi Review

Dragon and Tiger Medical Qigong: A Miracle Health System for Developing Chi
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Of the Qigong books I have looked at or read (about 15), I feel this is the most clear for those without the benefit of having a teacher. Combining it with the DVD series would be wise, for reasons mentioned by the other reviewer, Robert Hughes. However, I wouldn't say the DVDs were absolutely necessary for everyone, particularly for those who have some degree of coordination in hand and foot movements from studying other types of Qigong or the martial arts. For those people, supplementing this book with the Youtube videos might be all they'd need to get decent gain. To paraphrase the author, "the beauty of Dragon & Tiger is that even an approximation of the movements will give the practitioner benefits".
Also, like the aforementioned reviewer, I wouldn't say learning it well is "easy". However, it's certainly far easier than some of the other styles of Qigong and not difficult for those with the patience and willingness to follow a slow and methodical step by step process, especially with a full height mirror to watch.
Now for my gripe. I would have gladly given this book 5 stars had all the moves been presented together in the back. Instead, Energy Arts wants you to buy that for $14.95 additional in the form of a poster. While the poster would be much more convenient than flipping through a few pages, I believe the complete set of moves should have been part of the book. The poster could have still been sold separately for its convenience.
In summary, other than the above gripe, this is a great detailed step by step book with no language related barriers.

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The New Yoga for People Over 50: A Comprehensive Guide for Midlife and Older Beginners Review

The New Yoga for People Over 50: A Comprehensive Guide for Midlife and Older Beginners
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My aunt (a flourishing over-50 yoga devotee) recently sent me (a very stiff 33-year old beginner) a copy of Suza Francina's marvelous book, The New Yoga for People Over 50. I previously acquired Mira Mehta's authoritative How to Use Yoga, which I find quite instructive and aspire to begin using (yoga isn't as easy as it looks, folks!). However, I don't believe anything could inspire me as much as seeing and reading the testimonials of so many over-50 yoga practitioners in Francina's book; their execution of some of the more challenging postures is absolutely mind-altering!
Francina's book and her work in general are truly a blessing. Bolstered by the knowledge The New Yoga for People Over 50 has given me I have begun "converting" my mother, who frequents the weight machines at the gym. She is a fit and vibrant 54-year old, but her hectic lifestyle, which includes a six-day work week (she owns a business) needs the addition of yoga to ensure her health and longevity.
This book is a wonderful, invaluable tool for everyone, regardless of age. I hope to catch up with Francina's octogenarian students within a few years! With Francina and her students as examples, I expect I will do just that - and anyone who reads this book will be motivated to set a similar goal: feel better and live longer with yoga!

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Many seniors are searching for ways to improve their quality of life and remain active as they enter midlife and later years. Nationwide, people are recognizing yoga for its ability to slow down and reverse the aging process. A complete health system, yoga not only restores vitality to the body, but also expands the mind and soul. Yoga transforms the years after 50 from a time of deterioration to one of increased perspective and illumination.In The New Yoga for People Over 50, readers will learn how the health of the spine and posture affect every sustem of the body, and how yoga positions and breathing exercises benefit the circulatory system, the heart and other vital organs, relieve menopausal symptoms, and remove stiffness and inertia from the body. In this comprehensive guide, Iyengar yoga expert Suza Francina describes and illustrates how to begin and maintain a yoga program through personal stories and over 100 easy-to-follow instructional photos of older teachers and students.

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Insight Yoga Review

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I have been waiting a long time to read Sarah's new offering to the world of yoga. She didn't disappoint. I highly recommend Insight Yoga to everyone who loves Yin Yoga. However, the book is not just about Yin. It is a complete book on Yoga, both the active, dynamic yang style and the deeper, allowing yin style. Sarah's eloquence shines through in her writing as clearly as it does in her classes.
Insight Yoga offers a very good description of the Daoist philosophy of chi and the organs. Sarah does a great job of explaining the role of the organs from our Western understanding and from the Daoist view of their importance to our physical, mental and emotional health: it is the best description I have come across. Many students are curious as to which organs are related to which emotional imbalances. Their questions are answered clearly here. Sarah also does a wonderful job of showing how the various postures affect the meridians and their related organs. There are several flows that anyone can follow: both yin and yang. The yang sequences range from easily accessible to challenging. The photos are large, clear and very helpful in describing the postures and variations.
This book is not just about postures, energy or Yin Yoga. Sarah also blends her unique meditative teaching into the full yogic journey. She explains pranayama and meditation. She has a complete section on mindfulness training preceded by an introduction to the teachings of the Buddha (Buddha Dharma). This book should be on the shelves of every yogi, whether a yinster or a yangster. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.

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Acclaimed yoga and meditation teacher Sarah Powers is known and loved for her unique approach—Insight Yoga—which combines traditional yoga with the meridians of Chinese medicine, as well as Buddhist meditation. Using Yin (passive) and Yang (dynamic) poses, she demonstrates a series of different yoga sequences that bring benefit to organs, muscles, joints, and tendons—as well as the mind. She also provides a foundational explanation of traditional Chinese medicine theory and mindfulness meditation instruction. Sarah Powers brings us on an inspiring journey inward, and shows the path for cultivating a lasting relationship with yoga that cultivates and strengthens our physical well-being and our mental and emotional clarity.

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Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master Review

Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master
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This is an excellent read, very inspirational and well worth the price. I think some of the reviwers slightly missed the point - whilst Dipa Ma probably didnt eat meat, Theravadin Buddhists are not vegetarian because like the Buddha himself, they rely on alms donations for food. There is no prohibition on eating meat or fish in either the vinaya or the sutras, monks and nuns in Thailand and Burma are mostly meat eaters. As for the change in title, its really just a reprint with colour photos and a new publisher - its not done to rip anybody off, the newer version I think is a better tribute to Dipa Ma's spiritual legacy. Anyhow, for anybody wanting to read about a lay meditatior who was highly acomplished and masterd the siddhis (spiritual para normal powers), the janas (absorbtions) and three of the four paths to nirvana, this is the book!
Other highly recommended books to people who enjoy this one are "Life of a Siamese Monk" by Richard Randall and also Maha Bowas facinating biography of Ajan Mun, a Thai forest monk who attained nirvana and passed away in the late 1940's. Maha Bowas book is given away freely and a great read, I think its also on the internet.

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The Sivananda Companion to Yoga: A Complete Guide to the Physical Postures, Breathing Exercises, Diet, Relaxation, and Meditation Techniques of Yoga Review

The Sivananda Companion to Yoga: A Complete Guide to the Physical Postures, Breathing Exercises, Diet, Relaxation, and Meditation Techniques of Yoga
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To my mind Sivananda is the perfect type of yoga-- just the right mix of spirituality, workout, stretching and relaxation all in one. I always feel fantastic afterwards! So when I moved and couldn't find a class in my area, I really missed it. Tried Ashtanga--too many pushups! Iyengar...so much time on alignment and never broke a sweat! Gym yoga class...how do they even call this yoga? So I got this book, and it basically took me right back to the classes I used to take at the Sivananda center on 24th St., minus the chanting and a few of the variations. I use it all the time. The poses are explained well, especially if you have practiced them in a class before, with lots of diagrams and pictures and they include plenty of variations. The quick reference chart is great to remind you what order things go in or if you just want a quick half-hour session. Also good advice on diet and meditation and yoga in general. Definitely worth it for me...it's one exercise book I actually use!

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THE ESSENTIAL COMPANION FOR BEGINNING AND EXPERIENCED YOGIS ALIKE A highly regarded organization for yoga studies and practices, the Sivananda Yoga Center created the first edition of The Sivananda Companion to Yoga in 1983. Since its publication, it has sold more than 700,000 copies worldwide and has become a standard text for both yoga students and teachers. Now with fresh, colorful pages throughout, The Sivananda Companion to Yoga remains the classic guide to yoga. With easy-to-follow instructions, inspirational teaching, and detailed illustrations, this authoritative guide covers every aspect of the yoga lifestyle, including relaxation, exercise, dietary guidelines, breathing, and meditation. Whether you're using it in conjunction with a class or on your own, The Sivananda Companion to Yoga can help you * Develop a fit and beautiful body * Boost your energy and vitality at any stage of life * Reduce stress and experience greater peace of mind * Eat nutritiously and responsibly * Increase your powers of concentration and discipline Yoga is a journey toward physical and spiritual wellness. With this beautiful, bestselling guide in hand, you will experience the health, energy, and vibrancy that yoga can bring into your life.

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Yoga Mind and Body Review

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I am a Yoga Teacher from India and have been practising / teaching Yoga for the past 4 years and I use the Yoga Mind & Body from the Sivananda Yoga Centre as a guide book for my practice / teaching and I find it to be a very extrmely useful guide .Currently I am giving a Morning Yoga Class in a Private T.V Channel as part of its Morning Breakfast show and I use lots of inputs from this book for my T.V Show .It has made an excellent sepraration of the basic / advanced postures and also dealt every posture with very clear step by step instructions on how to come to a posture , how to hold it and how to come out of it and it also deals with the physical , mental and spiritual benefits of each major posture .The most imortant of all is the section of common errors for each major posture that I found it to be very useful .No other book discusses the common errors of the postures as in this book . Apart from postures it also deals with Pranayama , Relaxation,Diet and Meditation . On the whole a very very excellent book .A must for every Yoga Student and Teacher

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