Yoga provides not only an excellent, low-impact workout, it also helps
young people in key areas such as body awareness, flexibility,
concentration, stress reduction, and self-expression. The exercises and
games in this easy-to-follow guide are specifically designed to fit the
needs of teenagers and to show teens how to work out and train their
bodies in a relaxed way. It requires no advance knowledge or preparation
and can be used by anyone working with teens between the ages of 10 and
20. The exercises are divided into static postures, dynamic postures,
and exercises in pairs. There are also visualization and meditation
exercises based on the four elements of nature as well as an
introduction to the basics of yoga philosophy. The book can be used with
large and small groups or as part of a parent-teen activity. Practicing
yoga together is a perfect opportunity for parents and teens to
exercise, talk, and spend time together in a healthy, positive manner.