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Hatha yoga : the complete book / Martina Mittag.

by Mittag, Martina, 1961-

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Meyer & Meyer Sport, 2020.

9781782551850 (pbk.)

421 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 416-418).

Yoga, significance and history -- Classical yoga according to Patanjali -- Hatha yoga -- The Gunas, basic forms of energy -- The chakra system -- Significance and practice of Asana -- The Asanas -- Significance of Karana and Surya Namaskar -- Yogic breathing -- Relaxation -- Teaching yoga -- Themed sample classes -- Deep relaxation and visualization techniques.

Hatha Yoga is a book on hatha yoga, and all of the various flows and progressions are suitable both for yoga teachers and practitioners. First you are given a comprehensive introduction to yoga followed by a thorough overview of the origins and philosophy of classical yoga. Next comes a detailed, practical section. In this section, the 34 best-known yoga postures (asanas) are presented, including their correct execution, symbolism, alignment, preparation, and guidance tips. The book also includes visualization and relaxation tips tailored to the photo progressions to allow for a deeper immersion into the yoga practice.

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