Yoga has been known since ancient times as an exercise that can sooth,
relax, strengthen, define and destress any practitioner that sets their
mind to the asanas, otherwise known as poses. Daily practice can
increase muscle tone, mental acuity, mental health, stamina, flexibility
and even emotional stability. Here, 12 poses are offered that can be
done almost anywhere - by anyone - that can help you master challenging
situations with composed calm while increasing your happiness and
decluttering your body of typical stresses. With guided illustrations
and easy to understand descriptions, this guide walks you through both
common and uncommon poses, explaining how these vital moves can help
you - and how to do them right. Harnessing the truth of breath, motion
and meditation, this is a fundamental introduction to the many, many
benefits Yoga can offer. While these 12 poses are listed in a particular
order, you can do them in any order you choose, with the exception of
the final pose, Savasana, which is your body's clue that your practice
is done. This freedom of choice in switching around the poses makes this
guide a unique - and welcome - addition to any Yoga Library. Instead of
focusing on one to the next, in strict conjunction, this is freedom of
thought, movement and need, something that allows this particular set of
poses to become even more powerful, set in the order you choose.
Namaste.