
Complete Yoga
The Gentle and Effective Way to Health and Well-Being
Stella Weller(Author)
Thorsons (Publisher)
Published on 21. May 2001
Book
Hardback
224 pages
978-0-00-711039-1 (ISBN)
Description
An essential, step-by-step illustrated guide for those interested and those taking part in Yoga. Every element is covered from breathing skills and exercises to preparing a body for birth to the prevention of arthritis and other disorders. This book is for both beginners and those more advanced.
This comprehensive illustrated guide covers everything you need to know about yoga, whether you're just starting out or have been practising for years. Stella Weller explains the philosophy behind yoga in a practical, down-to-earth way and tells you everything you need to know to get started:
When and where to practise
* How to warm up and cool down
* How to practise during pregnancy
* The importance of breathing.
In addition, the book includes over 50 postures, each of them fully illustrated, with clear, step-by-step instructions. A 68 page section on yoga for good health includes an A-Z reference chart that will tell you exactly which postures you should use to treat over 80 specific ailments, from acne to wrinkles.
This comprehensive illustrated guide covers everything you need to know about yoga, whether you're just starting out or have been practising for years. Stella Weller explains the philosophy behind yoga in a practical, down-to-earth way and tells you everything you need to know to get started:
When and where to practise
* How to warm up and cool down
* How to practise during pregnancy
* The importance of breathing.
In addition, the book includes over 50 postures, each of them fully illustrated, with clear, step-by-step instructions. A 68 page section on yoga for good health includes an A-Z reference chart that will tell you exactly which postures you should use to treat over 80 specific ailments, from acne to wrinkles.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Illustrations
(Full colour throughout)
Dimensions
Height: 260 mm
Width: 232 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
1080 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-00-711039-1 (9780007110391)
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Person
Stella Weller is author of Yoga Therapy; The Yoga Back Book; Yoga for Long Life; Yoga for Children; The Breath Book. She trained as a registered nurse and lives in Canada. Her books are known for their simple approach and strong health advice.