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Not another translation but a highly readable and in-depth exploration of select passages from this essential classical text as a key to the complete path of yoga. Understanding Patanjali's Yoga Sutras is the key to understanding yoga itself, and yet relatively few of today's practitioners know how to apply these ancient Sanskrit aphorisms to contemporary life. Ranju Roy and David Charlton focus on 18 of the most important sutras and show how each...
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Voulez-vous être de meilleure humeur, ne plus vous sentir stressé et mieux dormir la nuit ? Vous avez sans doute entendu parler des bénéfices du yoga pour la santé. Peut-être avez-vous eu l'intention de l'essayer, mais vous êtes trop occupé. Et s'il existait des exercices de yoga faciles et rapides que vous pourriez intégrer à votre routine quotidienne afin de vous sentir et paraître mieux en soixante secondes ou moins?
YOGA RAPIDE ET...
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La disciplina milenaria del Hatha YOGA es considerada como la base indispensable para alcanzar la plenitud física, mental y espiritual, obteniendo así, una vida longeva y dichosa.
En este libro DAKSHA YOGA, Primeros pasos para el YOGA, se presenta un método actual-vivencial que integra las exigencias y avances del mundo moderno con la sabiduría ancestral que nos transmitieron los maestros. Una técnica integral de entrenamiento con especial atención...
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This quick start resource will help speed your journey to discovering the benefits of postural alignment. It has links to many alignment menus (pain site, sports, active & other) and to common exercises. DIY links are provided for the few exercises that need equipment. Links to equipment suppliers are provided. It lists other books and DVDs.
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Yoga Kuṇḍalinī Upaniṣad on Kuṇḍalinī Yoga belongs to Kriśna Yajurveda. There are three chapters in it. In the first chapter, the two causes of Citta Vṛtti, the three methods of controlling Prāna—moderation in diet, Āsana and Śakti Cālini Mudrā are described. Then Sarasvati Cālana, types of Prānāyāma—Sūryabhedi, Ujjāyi, Shītali, Bhastrikā, etc., three Bandhas—Moola Bandha, Uddiyāna Bandha and Jālandhara Bandha, obstacles...
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Subtitled Jewels from the Teachings of Swami Satchidananda, this booklet collects hundreds of this great Yoga Master's seminal teachings in pithy aphorisms in his own words like You are happiness personified and Renounce the selfishness and you will be in Bliss. Each of these gems is capable of guiding a lifetime. Organized into 28 topics including Happiness and Fun, Faith, Love, Mind, Spiritual Practice, Meditation, Mantra, Marriage/Relationships,...
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El yoga es una antiquísima disciplina que ha sido transmitida de maestros a discípulos a lo largo de los siglos; en la actualidad se ha convertido en una práctica destinada a conservar el equilibrio de la mente y el bienestar del cuerpo. Esta guía le enseñará las principales posturas y los ejercicios respiratorios más eficaces de una manera clara y sencilla. La práctica del yoga le ayudará a mejorar la respiración y corregir los defectos...
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"One's whole life is an obstacle course. The more obstacles you overcome, the bigger the prize. If you avoid the obstacles, then there is no prize. Without those obstacles, you would never discover your capabilities. So instead of cursing the obstacles on your path, or the people who placed them there, try to find ways that will help you face them and overcome them. And when you do, a great joy will arise within you and you will bless the obstacles...
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Smart Advice on how yoga can enhance emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being
Smart Ways to relieve stress, strengthen your body, prevent and treat illness, and boost your stamina and energy
Smart Tips on what yoga style is right for you, with step-by-step instructions on the poses that best suit your lifestyle and goals
* Smart Strategies to release physical tension and mental stress with the slow, gentle movements, poses, and breathing techniques...
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Often mistaken as solely the "yoga of sex," Tantra Yoga is more accurately described as the "yoga of everything," in which the spiritual is united with every aspect of life. This book offers step-by-step instructions and illustrations to explain the practice and philosophy of Tantra Yoga - adapted to the specific physical, emotional, and spiritual concerns of women. The author explains differing methods of meditation and mantras, breathing and relaxation,...
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There is another aspect of yoga that complements the physical practices. When we open ourselves to change with the physical yoga practices, life may reveal itself in ways we hadn't previously considered. We are often confronted by the deeper unresolved parts of ourselves. We also discover opportunities for a richer fuller life. In Yoga with Attitude, the physical practices are implicitly valued and recommended, and is designed as a companion to them....
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Health and happiness are a tall order, but yoga has the extraordinary ability to give both. Its age alone attests to its potency-- people have been practicing yoga for more than 5,000 years and its popularity is ever growing. Ancient Indian yogis gifted humanity with this tremendous system to develop a healthy physical body and a peaceful, blissful existence. Yoga for Health and Happiness gives you the strong foundation needed to unleash yoga's true...
95) Gheranda Samhita
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It is said that Gheraṇḍa Samhitā was composed in the Seventeenth Century by Sage Gheraṇḍa. Not so much is known regarding his time and place of birth. His system of yoga is called 'Saptāṅga Yoga' i.e. the yoga of seven limbs or parts. We know 'Aṣṭāṅga Yoga' (i.e. the eight limbs of yoga) by Sage Patañjali and 'Ṣaḍāṅga Yoga' (i.e. the six limbs of yoga) by Guru Gorakhanāth. All these systems of yoga with their specific limbs/parts...
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India. The birthplace and heartland of yoga. Within the thousands of learning centers is a small handful that share their wisdom in a unique way. Yoga in India: A Journey to the Top 24 Yoga Places, the only one of its kind, is a guide to the top 24 yoga centers in India. From ashram to resort, from the Himalayan foothills to the beaches of Goa, from a bearded guru to an American dancer, this eclectic collection will inspire, captivate, and inform....
97) Gnani Yoga
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What is known as Gnani Yoga or Yoga of Wisdom deals with the scientific and intellectual knowing of the great questions regarding Life and what lies back of Life-the Riddle of the Universe. This book gives the highest Yogi teachings regarding the absolute and its manifestations.
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The insider’s guide to Hindu spiritual life.
Ashram is the general term for a study center, retreat house, or monastic community in Hinduism, the millennia-old religious tradition of India. Ashrams of various kinds are now found throughout North America, and are popular venues for spiritual retreats, workshops, and classes.
Lighting the Lamp of Wisdom takes you into a typical week of retreat inside an ashram to demystify the ashram experience...
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Yoga is one of the most popular fitness, health and wellbeing pursuits in the world. With this book, the millions of yoga practitioners worldwide who practice the sport will benefit from seeing what happens inside their bodies when they assume yoga poses. "Anatomy of Yoga for Posture and Health" focuses on the benefits of yoga for improving posture and general health, and introduces the reader to a range of techniques chosen with these goals in mind....
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The chakras are the energy centres of the body, helping to re-distribute the flow of energy throughout the body. They influence us physically, mentally and emotionally and play an integral role in maintaining good health and well-being.Through the practise of yoga, we can awaken and enhance these energy centres, bringing vitality, clarity of mind and a growing sense of peace and contentment, helping us realise our true potential. This book gives a...
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