Yoga category: 1489 books

This deeply personal biographical tribute by Krishnamacharya's grandson includes photographs, archival materials, and family recollections that have never been published elsewhere, as well as unique insights into the "master of masters" by some of his most famous students-Indra Devi, Sri...

Sophia is the incarnation of wisdom, personified eloquently by the writer of the Wisdom of Solomon. She surfaces repeatedly in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible, yet her identify remains unclear. Some see Sophia as a deity in her own right, others see Her as representing the Bride of Christ...

Skill in Action: Radicalizing Your Yoga Practice to Create a Just World will ask you to explore the deeply transformational practice of yoga, and to become a social change agent so that you can create a world that is just for all. This book explores liberation for ourselves and others, while asking...

A wise, accesible guide that makes the spiritual and ethical teachings of the yogic tradition immediately relatable to our practice on the mat--and in our everyday relationships and activities. Now revised and updated. “There is no daily practice without some formal training; and there is...

A comprehensive guide for yoga teachers who wish to teach in recovery and treatment centers and to present addiction recovery infused classes in studios. This book gives outlines and methods for teaching, educates the reader about some concerns in addressing trauma, and provides tools to enhace relapse...

Chakras. The name conjures up an image of a human body with seven swirling energy points along the spine, each one of the colors of the rainbow. But what are chakras all about? What do they represent? How does one work with them? This book starts from the beginning and goes step by step, chakra...

This Yoga handbook is intended for children to learn and practice the poses on their own.

Discover how the ancient practice of yoga can help you get calm and sexy by ramping up your metabolism, adding muscle, eliminating toxins and unwanted fat. Learn the best poses to shed pounds and inches while toning the organs and glands that make you a lean, serene, fat-burning machine. You'll...

Every aspect of our life has a part to play in the greater ecological system, Michael Stone explains in this book. How do we bring this large view to our yoga practice? According to Stone, our responsibility as human beings is to live in a sustainable and respectful way. He says two things need to...

Aged 16, Rachel Krentzman was diagnosed with scoliosis. At 32 she suffered a herniated disk and was told she would have to modify her activities for the rest of her life - instead, Rachel is now a walking testimonial for how yoga can be used therapeutically to heal your back pain. An easy and...

The books in this bite-sized new series contain no complicated techniques or tricky materials, making them ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious. Amazing Yoga is a quick, no-effort solution for those who want to reap the benefits of an ancient art quickly and easily. In just...

As water can purify your skin, so breath is capable of cleaning your whole being. That is the philosophy behind this simple yet inspiring volume on the essence of breath technique in yoga practice. "Breath" shows readers that as you reconnect with the breath through effortless observation and increased...

Step-by-step instruction in pranayama—-the yogic breathing practices, Levels I and II—-by Sri Swami Satchidananda. Detailed guidance in how to incorporate these most powerful of healing practices, for physical and mental purification and centering, into your daily routine. Suitable for complete beginners as well as more advanced students. 5" x 7" / 82 pages. Paper

For most of us, our desk is like a second home. In fact, we probably spend more time glued to our desks than at home. This often results in severe backache, frozen shoulder, difficulty in walking and body pain. All this affects the quality of life and work, yet we don't do anything about it and keep...