Live Better Ashtanga Yoga Exercises and Inspriations for Well-Being

A comprehensive, inspirational, and simple introduction to the most dynamic form of yoga that presents more than 35 postures in four basic sequences. Dozens of photos safely and expertly guide beginners through each Ashtanga position. Useful notes accompanying the images reveal the postures' benefits, which range from increasing strength and flexibility to releasing stress and clearing the mind. Introductory information covers such important matters as the chakra and vinyasa systems (especially proper breathing) and how to cultivate bodily awareness. From the Sun Salutation to the Tree Pose, each movement helps increase physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.Simmha, Anton is the author of 'Live Better Ashtanga Yoga Exercises and Inspriations for Well-Being', published 2004 under ISBN 9781402711534 and ISBN 1402711530.