Yoga for Dummies - 4th Edition by Larry Payne & Brenda Feuerstein & Georg Feuerstein (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Stretch, strengthen, and start your yoga journey with this approachable guide

Yoga For Dummies teaches beginners the fundamentals of Yoga--correct posture, breathing techniques, meditation practices, and beyond. It's also a helpful resource for established yogis who want to focus on foundations. Whoever you are, you'll enjoy the proven mental and physical health benefits of this ancient practice. Improve cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure, increase your flexibility and balance, reduce stress, and more! Let Dummies help you get the most out of your yoga routine. This edition includes updated photos, new mindfulness meditations, new routines, and easy-to-follow instructions for mastering core yoga poses and building a regular practice.

• Discover the ideas and philosophy behind the ancient practice of Yoga
• Learn correct techniques and alignment for basic and more advanced poses
• Practice sequences of yoga poses for a full-body workout that builds strength and flexibility
• Reap the benefits of mindfulness meditation and yogic breathing exercises

Yoga For Dummies provides beginner-friendly instruction and expert guidance so you can enjoy the health and peace of mind that yoga brings.

From the Back Cover

Have fun and boost your wellbeing with Yoga

Are you looking for a relaxing and fun way to improve your health, mood, and more? Then grab a copy of Yoga For Dummies and join the millions of people around the world who regularly practice this beginner-friendly discipline. You'll learn everything from the basics of downward dog to more advanced mindfulness techniques as you follow the authors through the rich and fulfilling world of Yoga. This book includes easy-to-understand technique descriptions, helpful photos, and even references to additional resources. Get started today!

Inside...

• Learn mindfulness meditations
• Discover basic Yoga poses
• Understand Yoga philosophy
• Find easy breathing techniques
• Improve your physical health
• Boost your mood
• Create a custom routine
• Relieve stress and pain

About the Author

Larry Payne, PhD, is an interna-tionally renowned Yoga teacher and back specialist. He is the founding president of the Interna-tional Association of Yoga Therapists and the co-founder of the Yoga curriculum at UCLA's School of Medicine and Loyola Marymount University. Brenda Feuerstein is founder and director of Traditional Yoga Studies, a company that promotes authentic Yoga teachings and research.