Ashtanga Yoga Practice And Philosophy

Author : Gregor Maehle
Publisher : New World Library
ISBN 13 : 1577319869
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga written by Gregor Maehle and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 322 pages. 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.

Author : John Scott
Publisher : Gaia
ISBN 13 : 1856753816
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga written by John Scott and published by Gaia. This book was released on 2018-02-08 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Scott's Ashtanga Yoga is a step-by-step illustrated guide that takes you through the balanced exercise routines and breathing techniques of this dynamic form. Carefully structured, this course starts with a simple sequence for beginners which, once mastered, provides the foundation for moving on to the next level. - Purify your body with dynamic movement and precise postures - Develop physical and mental strength, increased stamina and greater flexibility - Includes a foreword by Shri K Pattabhi Jois, founder of Ashtanga Yoga - This new edition has been fully revised and updated This essential guide is the perfect introduction to yoga or the ideal gift for those who want to take their yoga practice to the next level. Author John Scott studied with yogi Shri K Pattabhi Jois at the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in India, where he qualified to teach Ashtanga Yoga around the world. He has instructed many people in Ashtanga Yoga, including high-profile celebrities Madonna and Sting. John now spends much of his time teaching international workshops and undertaking teacher trainings.

Author : Kino MacGregor
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 1611800056
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Power of Ashtanga Yoga written by Kino MacGregor and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 236 pages. 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.

Author : Prashant S. Iyengar
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788178224800
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga of Patanjali written by Prashant S. Iyengar and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Petri Raisanen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781906756420
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga written by Petri Raisanen and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New in paperback, Petri Raisanen, one of the world's most popular yoga teachers offers the complete guide to the yoga poses (asana), breathing techniques and philosophy of Ashtanga yoga. The most physical and dynamic form of yoga, Ashtanga combines an impressive sequence of yoga poses with special breathing techniques to heat the body internally and allow safe stretching of the muscles. Ashtanga's enthusiasts point to the powerful impact of the practice on their overall health and well-being: regular practice tones and strengthens the muscles, cleanses the body of toxins, calms the mind and increases concentration. Each of the yoga poses in the Primary Series is presented both separately and as part of complete practice. The reader will gain a deep knowledge of the multidimensional philosophy of Ashtanga yoga and how it relates to everyday life. This is a clearly and simply written guide, packed full of knowledge and insight, that will delight beginners, advanced students and yoga teachers alike.

Author : Gregor Maehle
Publisher : New World Library
ISBN 13 : 1577319877
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga - The Intermediate Series written by Gregor Maehle and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2012-06-25 with total page 234 pages. 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.

Author : Sri K. Pattabhi Jois
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780865476622
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Yoga Mala written by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2002 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a yoga boom in America, and Jois is at the heart of it. One of the great yoga figures, Jois brought Ashtanga yoga to the West a quarter of a century ago. Here he outlines the ethical principles and philosophy underlying the discipline and explains its important terms and concepts. 67 photos.

Author : Richard Freeman
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 0834840405
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Art of Vinyasa written by Richard Freeman and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2016-12-20 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A radical presentation of the most rigorous form of contemporary yoga as meditation in motion In The Art of Vinyasa, two of the most well-respected teachers of the Ashtanga style of yoga, Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor, explore this rigorous practice not as a gymnastic feat, but as a meditative form. They reveal that doing the practice—and particularly the vinyasa, or the breath-synchronized movements—in such a deep and focused way allows practitioners to experience a profound awakening of the body and mind. It also develops an adaptable, flexible practice that can last a lifetime. Freeman and Taylor give an in-depth explanation of form, alignment, and anatomy, and how they work together in the practice. They also present a holistic approach to asana practice that includes an awareness of the subtle breath and seamlessly merges yoga philosophy with practical technique. Unlike other books on Ashtanga, The Art of Vinyasa does not follow the linear pattern of the sequences of postures that are the hallmark of Ashtanga yoga. Instead, it interlinks the eight limbs: yama and niyama (ethical practices), asana (postures), pranayama (breathing), pratyahara (nongrasping of the senses), dharana (concentration), dhyana (meditation), samadhi (harmony, insight)—and shows how to establish an internally rooted yoga practice.

Author : Kino MacGregor
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 083484124X
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Power of Ashtanga Yoga II written by Kino MacGregor and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2017-09-26 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A user's guide to intermediate-level practice of Ashtanga Yoga, from the dynamic yoga teacher Kino MacGregor In her first book, Kino MacGregor introduced readers to Ashtanga Yoga, a popular and athletic type of yoga developed by her mentor, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. Now, she returns with this informative follow-up to present and explain the Second—or Intermediate—Series to practitioners who wish to take their practice to the next level. MacGregor provides step-by-step instructions and covers the key aspects of the practice, including: · The basics of Ashtanga Yoga philosophy · Essential background information on the Intermediate Series · How to know when you are ready to take on this next stage of practice · The purification aspects of the practice · The pranayama techniques associated with the practice · And more With over 250 photographs, this solid and engaging entrée into intermediate-level practice is a wonderful resource for both practitioners and teachers.

Author : Caroline Klebl
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780615566351
Total Pages : 270 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ashtanga Yoga written by Caroline Klebl and published by . This book was released on 2012-01-27 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a method of Yoga Asana practice, which includes hundreds of Yoga postures, which are connected by breath initiated movements. This book is an illustrated guide to over a 125 Yoga postures and contains the precise method, by which one can, over time, perform all of these Yoga Asanas.