Product Description

The Book Of Yoga is recognised as the classic, definitive guide to this popular subject. Clear, comprehensive and superbly illustrated, the book covers all aspects of the discipline and provides inspiration for beginner and expert alike. It has now been reformatted with a more modern design with full-colour pictures throughout and remains the best guide in the market. It shows you how to: * Develop a fit and beautiful body * Improve your health * Keep youthful in every stage of life * Enjoy a troublefree pregnancy * Eat wisely and well * Banish stress and tension * Breathe for life and vitality * Increase your powers * Experience peace of mind concentration

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #55645 in Books
• Published on: 2000-03-02
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

About the Author
The International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre was founded by renowned authority on Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga, Swami Vishnu-devananda in 1957. He was sent to the west by his Master, Swami Sivananda to spread the ideals of yoga and vedanta with the words 'people are waiting'.

Customer Reviews

Very comprehensive, easy to read and interesting.
This is an attractive book which provides both an understanding of the how and why of yoga, and assistance in the practice. It is clear and easy to use, with photographs and programs for sessions of different lengths.

Excellent
A really good comprehensive overview for Hatha Yoga. The photographs, particularly, are clear and give a feel to the postures. An excellent guide for beginners and reference for more advanced students and teachers. The simple explanations of the different aspects of yoga are easy to understand pass on.

Excellent
As a new-comer to yoga I found this book extremly helpful - step-by-step the exercises and traditions are explained. An easy to follow guide and more ... - life-style advice, philosophical background of yoga, meditation techniques, dietary advice. Highly recommended!