Doriel Hall

This is an ideal introduction to yoga for everyone, written and presented by experts The philosophy and benefits of Iyengar yoga are clearly explained and there is advice on how to begin and what equipment is needed. The asanas, or postures, are grouped into type for ease of reference, and are tailored for the beginner and those at intermediate level, and includes a special section on asanas for specific ailments such as asthma, migraines, insomnia and anxiety. A chapter on making yoga enjoyable and stimulating for children is also included, with fun animal poses. A comprehensive guide to meditation practice and techniques is also featured. This practical yoga course is a concise instructional guide to helping yoga and meditation become part of your life.

This inspiring and practical volume provides a lively, accessible overview of meditative practices used the world over. Many classic meditative ideas are presented, from the energy centres known as chakras to the power of chanting. The book challenges you to explore why you want to meditate and explains how it enhances wellbeing. Using familiar techniques such as yogic stretching and controlled breathing, discover how to prepare yourself physically and mentally. Clearly written by a practising expert and illustrated with evocative photographs, this is the perfect title to draw in those with even the slightest passing interest. Equally, it will give anyone with existing knowledge of this subject some fascinating new insights. The perfect practical guide to inner wisdom both for those with some experience of meditation and those who are just starting out on the spiritual path, filled with simple but inspiring ideas for meditation that can be readily adapted to personal needs. Reveals techniques to help you live in the moment, love your life, and open yourself up freely to the people around you, and explains concepts such as visualization in a clear yet creative way, Beautifully photographed step-by-step sequences include breathing practices and specially devised exercises for preparing the mind and body.

Astanga is a dynamic, vigorous practice that uses breath control techniques to flow from one posture to the next, and meditation is a practice that stills the mind and improves concentration and energy. This book covers both disciplines, explaining the primary series of Astanga asanas - standing, seated and finishing postures - and then exploring the mind-expanding world of yogic meditation. All the exercises are designed to suit busy everyday lives. Clearly written and beautifully illustrated with step-by-step sequences and more than 900 images, the book provides a fund of yogic wisdom for mind and body that can be appreciated by anyone, at any level.

This is the perfect practical guide to inner wisdom - both for those with some experience of meditation and those who are just starting out on the spiritual path, filled with simple but inspiring ideas for meditation that can be readily adapted to personal needs. It reveals techniques to help you live in the moment, love your life, and open yourself up freely to the people around you. It explains concepts such as visualization in a clear yet creative way. Beautifully photographed step-by-step sequences include breathing practices and specially devised exercises for preparing the mind and body. This volume provides a lively, accessible overview of meditative practices used the world over. Many classic meditative ideas are explained, from the energy centres known as chakras to the power of chanting. The book challenges you to explore why you want to meditate and explains how it enhances wellbeing. Using familiar techniques such as yogic stretching and controlled breathing, discover how to prepare yourself physically and mentally. Clearly written and illustrated with evocative photographs, this is the perfect title to draw in those with even the slightest passing interest. Equally, it will give anyone with existing knowledge of this subject some fascinating new insights.

Uniting body and mind for greater wellbeing and serenity, shown in over 120 photographs. It is a simple guide to the ancient practice of yoga and its many healing benefits. It recommends beneficial postures for specific ailments such as allergies, asthma, arthritis, chronic fatigue, and back, neck and head pain. It features 120 helpful photographs and clear step-by-step instructions for all the yoga postures, as well as easy-to-follow routines and exercises. It advises on the best practice to gain maximum benefit from each yoga session. Yoga has been enjoyed for thousands of years, bringing stillness to the mind, and health and vitality to the body. Today we are rediscovering how this ancient art can bring healing into our lives, especially by rebalancing the nervous system, which is thrown out of balance by the demands of modern life. This practical book explains how to achieve union, harmony and balance through posture, breathing and meditation. There are breathing exercises, step-by-step routines for stretches and relaxation sequences, as well as information on how yoga can help health problems. With 120 photographs, this is the perfect guide to all-round wellbeing through yoga.