Ashtanga Yoga Primer - 2nd Edition

2019-03-26 Body, Mind & Spirit

Author : Baba Hari Dass
Release : 2019-03-26
Genre : Body, Mind & Spirit
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 046/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga Primer - 2nd Edition written by Baba Hari Dass. This book was released on 2019-03-26. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AṢṬĀṄGA YOGA, also known as Rāja Yoga, is the scientific method of enlightenment propounded by the ancient sage Patañjali in the Yoga Sūtras. It is the Yoga that Baba Hari Dass (1923-2018) practiced from childhood. Arriving from India in 1971, Baba Hari Dass was active in training students and teachers of Yoga in the United States and Canada. Through his teachings and life example, young and old alike are learning the gentle art of living in peace. This new edition and e-Publication uses the IAST format for all Sanskrit terms. Intended for those interested in correct pronunciation of all transliterated Sanskrit terms and those who want a convenient way to carry the book to classes, enjoy leisure reading, and engage in research.

Ashtanga Yoga

2011-02-09 Health & Fitness

Author : Gregor Maehle
Release : 2011-02-09
Genre : Health & Fitness
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 869/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga written by Gregor Maehle. This book was released on 2011-02-09. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ashtanga Yoga: Practice and Philosophy is the first book of its kind, presenting a comprehensive guide to all eight limbs of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Join author Gregor Maehle, a seasoned yogi and compassionate teacher, as he guides you through: • the history and lineage of yoga • the fundamentals of breath, bandhas (energy locks within the body), drishti (the focal point of the gaze), and vinyasa (sequential movement) • a detailed breakdown of the asanas of the Ashtanga Primary Series, following the traditional vinyasa count • a lively and authentic rendering of the complete Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, yoga's ancient sacred text • a glossary of yoga terminology In the asana section, Maehle describes each posture with clear, meticulous instructions, photographs, anatomical illustrations, and practical tips. Information on the mythological background and yogic context of specific postures brings further insight to the practice. In the philosophy section, Maehle illuminates the Yoga Sutra using the major ancient commentaries as well as his own insights. This volume makes the entire path of Ashtanga Yoga accessible to modern practitioners. Both practical guide and spiritual treatise, Ashtanga Yoga is an excellent introduction to the eight limbs of yoga and an invaluable resource for any yoga teacher or practitioner.

Ashtanga Yoga - The Intermediate Series

2012-06-25 Health & Fitness

Author : Gregor Maehle
Release : 2012-06-25
Genre : Health & Fitness
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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga - The Intermediate Series written by Gregor Maehle. This book was released on 2012-06-25. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this much-anticipated follow-up to his first book, Ashtanga Yoga: Practice and Philosophy, Gregor Maehle offers a detailed and multifaceted guide to Ashtanga Yoga’s Intermediate Series. An expert yogi and teacher, Maehle will guide you to your next level with an unprecedented depth of anatomical explanation and unparalleled attention to the practice’s philosophical and mythological heritage. You will learn: • The background and applications of each of the three forms of yoga: Karma, Bhakti, and Jnana • How to use Indian myth and cosmology to deepen your practice • The importance of the Sanskrit language to the yogic tradition • The mythology behind the names of the Intermediate Series postures • The functions and limitations of body parts integral to the Intermediate Series, including the spine, the sacroiliac joint, the shoulder joint, and the hip joint • How to reap the full benefits of practicing the Intermediate Series Maehle meticulously explores all twenty-seven postures of the Intermediate Series through photos, anatomical line drawings, and practical, informative sidebars. He also discusses the philosophical and spiritual background of Ashtanga Yoga and places the practice within the context of Indian cultural history. With passionate erudition, Maehle will prepare you to reap physical, spiritual, and mental fulfillment from your evolving practice.

Ashtanga Yoga Primer

1977 Aṣṭāṅga yoga

Author : Sri Rama Distribution
Release : 1977
Genre : Aṣṭāṅga yoga
Kind : eBook
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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga Primer written by Sri Rama Distribution. This book was released on 1977. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Power of Ashtanga Yoga

2013-06-04 Health & Fitness

Author : Kino MacGregor
Release : 2013-06-04
Genre : Health & Fitness
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 056/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Power of Ashtanga Yoga written by Kino MacGregor. This book was released on 2013-06-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A foremost Ashtanga Yoga teacher tells you “everything you ever wanted to know from a yogi” in this guide for beginners and experienced practitioners alike (Huffington Post) Go inside the philosophy, history, and practices of a popular and athletic type of yoga—with step-by-step instructions and gems of wisdom for starting your own journey to self-realization Ashtanga Yoga has become extremely popular in recent years. Here, Kino MacGregor—a disciple of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, the great modern guru who developed Ashtanga Yoga—gives a comprehensive view of the practice, demonstrating how Ashtanga is fundamentally a path of spiritual transformation and personal development. MacGregor delves into the history and tradition of Ashtanga Yoga and reveals how its philosophy manifests in contemporary lifestyle and dietary choices. She also explains the essential connection of breath, posture, and gaze that is the core of the practice. Her clear, step-by-step instruction of the Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series—including standing, seated, backbending, twisting, hip-opening, and closing postures—is a wonderful initiation for those who are new to the practice, and it will motivate experienced yogis toward perfection of the form. Throughout, MacGregor shares her own personal yoga journey and her devotion to yoga as a path of self-realization in a way that will inspire all practitioners.

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