Jean Hall – författare

Astanga Yoga is a dynamic and energetic form of yoga that uses the breath to flow from one posture to the next. The postures, or asanas, are linked by vinyasa sequences, creating a heat that cleanses the body, while the mind stays clear and calm. The book begins with the history and philosophy behind Astanga yoga, explaining the important principles that any practitioner needs to know. The standing, seated and finishing asanas appear in the order that they are practised, and postures are shown in detail with clear instruction, and moderations to tailor the practice to all levels. The full sequence of the Primary Series is also shown all together, for easy reference. Finally, there is a section on abridged sequences, showing shorter, timed routines for everyday use. Authoritative teaching and beautiful photography make this the perfect introduction to Astanga Yoga.

Discover how to harness the power of your breath with 20 simple breathwork techniques.Breathing is essential to life, and it is one of the simplest methods to increase your energy, improve your sleep and reduce stress – you can practise alone and it’s free!Drawing from the practices of yoga, meditation and mindfulness, Breathe includes clear, step-by-step instructions for 20 exercises to improve the way you breathe. Learn the essentials such as moving breath, mindful breathing and how to rebalance the breath and open yourself up to feelings of renewed energy.

La respiración es el origen y la inspiración de todo movimiento en la vida. Si respiramos bien, de una forma completa y profunda, estamos y funcionamos bien. Nuestra manera de respirar influye en todas las áreas de nuestra vida, desde nuestra salud física y mental hasta nuestro equilibrio emocional y bienestar. La capacidad de respuesta de nuestra respiración, así como nuestra consciencia de ella, son lo que nos permite progresar en la vida.Cuando dejamos que la respiración completa y profunda fluya por nuestro cuerpo, iniciamos una reacción encaminada a un cambio positivo y saludable. Los beneficios de una respiración consciente, natural y profunda son globales y ayudan al cuerpo y la mente en todos los ámbitos.

This is the perfect introduction and intermediate workbook on Astanga yoga, with expert teaching to follow at home. You can learn the history, spiritual background and philosophy behind the practice of yoga. The clear sequences take you through the Primary Series, with expert instruction for beginners and also more experienced practitioners. It includes moderations to the classic poses that will accommodate all levels of health and fitness. It offers special, short sequences to fit into busy lifestyles. It features step-by-step instructions, and over 500 photographs, make each asana easy to follow and understand. Astanga yoga is a dynamic and energetic form of yoga that uses the breath to flow from one posture to the next. The postures, or asanas, are linked by vinyasa sequences, creating a heat that cleanses the body, while the mind stays clear and calm. The book begins with the history and philosophy behind Astanga yoga, explaining the important principles that any practitioner needs to know.The standing, seated and finishing asanas appear in the order that they are practised, and postures are shown in detail with clear instruction, and moderations to tailor the practice to all levels. The full sequence of the Primary Series is also shown all together, for easy reference. Finally, there is a section on abridged sequences, showing shorter, timed routines for everyday use. Authoritative teaching, and beautiful photography make this a perfect introduction to Astanga yoga.