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    Yoga: Mastering the Basics

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    Yoga: Mastering the Basics

    Are you looking to learn the basics of yoga for a beginning yoga practice? Do you have a regular practice, but want to become a master of yoga? Perhaps you are a yoga teacher, and want to learn how to teach foundational yoga postures and concepts clearly and concisely. Yoga: Mastering the Basics is the ultimate 101 for the aspiring yoga practitioner. This award-winning publication is both concise and thorough in explaining the essential concepts of yoga in a well-structured and easily digestible manner.

    Yoga is much more than stretching or doing a series of yoga postures; it is a comprehensive lifestyle choice. Through the expert instruction of Rolf Sovik, PsyD, and Sandra Anderson, you will gain a solid understanding of what constitutes authentic yoga practice, exploring facets such as:

    • Essential yoga postures
    • Breath training
    • Relaxation techniques
    • Meditation practices
    • Lifestyle options
    • Fundamental yoga philosophy

    This book contains clear and concise explanations, more than 400 high-resolution photos, and two 60-minute illustrated yoga posture sequences. Yoga: Mastering the Basics is an invaluable guide on your spiritual journey, and will serve you through many years of practice. Purchase your copy today!

    Reviews

    "Simple and authentic... This is the real thing, so if you have felt frustrated and confused in your search for the simplicity and serenity of basic yoga, look no further."
    – Rudolph Ballentine, MD, author of Radical Healing and Diet and Nutrition

    "Clear, thorough, and concise. I particularly enjoyed the easy-to-use design and the graceful writing."
    – Sandra Summerfield Kozak, MS, President of International Yoga Studies

    "A well-illustrated, practical guide to Yoga. The student of Yoga will definitely reap the reward of exposure of this book."
    – Vijayendra Pratap, PhD, DYP, Director of the Yoga Research Society

    "Philosophical clarity and balance are woven throughout all of the very practical and precise instruction on posture, breathing, and meditation."
    – Richard Freeman, director of the Yoga Workshop, Boulder, Colorado

    "Both the novice and seasoned practitioner will find a wealth of truly helpful information on this dynamic art... A treasure trove of trustworthy information on yoga that will help you custom-tailor a yoga program to fit your own unique needs and wants."
    – Thomas Claire, author of Bodywork: What type of Massage to Get - and How to Make the Most of It

    Product Details

    Publisher: Himalayan Institute
    Copyright: 2000, Current printing 2011
    ISBN: 978-0-89389-155-8
    Paperback
    235 pages
    8" x 11"

    Yoga / Philosophy

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    About Sandra Anderson

    Senior faculty at the Himalayan Institute, Sandy teaches yoga, meditation, and philosophy, and is a key instructor in the Institute's teacher training programs. She is the coauthor of the award-winning book, Yoga Mastering the Basics, and a frequent contributor to the Himalayan Institute's online Wisdom Library. Her work draws on her immersion in the living oral tradition, traditional texts of hatha yoga and tantra, training in Sanskrit, and her background in environmental science. A long-time resident at the Himalayan Institute with a diverse background and life experience, Sandy has a unique capacity to convey the richness of spiritual life in the contemporary world.

    About Rolf Sovik, PsyD

    Senior Teacher of the Himalayan Institute, Rolf Sovik, PsyD, began his study of yoga and meditation in 1972. He is a student of H.H. Swami Rama and Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, and under their guidance has explored the teachings of the Himalayan tradition. He holds degrees in philosophy, music, Eastern Studies, and Clinical Psychology. He is currently a resident of the Himalayan Institute where he lives with his wife, Mary Gail. Read Rolf’s articles on yoga wisdom and spirituality on the Himalayan Institute Online Library.