Beryl Bender Birch Pořadí knih (chronologicky)

This book presents the complete journey of the classical astanga yoga system, encompassing power yoga, meditation, and liberation. Bender Birch’s previous work introduced one aspect of astanga yoga to mainstream America as a high-energy mind/body workout. Now, this book explores all eight levels, or limbs, of this ancient practice, offering a holistic approach for both body and soul. By paralleling astanga yoga's limbs with the energy centers (chakras) of Eastern philosophy, the author illustrates how to balance and heal the body, focus and relax the mind, and reclaim a spiritual connection to Universal Consciousness. Each chapter provides specific practices to help readers uncover insights from the astanga yoga journey, including the YAMAS (fundamentals), NIYAMAS (personal work), ASANA (postures), PRANAYAMA (mindful breathing), PRATYAHARA (inward turning), DHARANA (concentration), DHYANA (meditation), and SAMADHI (joyful living). Presented in an accessible and inspiring style, the book includes easy-to-follow photos and a special wall chart of asana sequences, offering a concise form of the dynamic power yoga method while delving into deeper spiritual practices.

The official yoga program of the New York Road Runners club, Power Yoga is a unique combination of dynamic breathing and strong, flowing movement, which creates a high-heat, high-energy workout. Unlike any other yoga program, Power Yoga is a choreographed sequence of postures that flow into one another, building strength, unwinding tight joints,and loosening muscles. Beautiful photographs and clear instructions guide you through this effective and popular routine. Based on the classical and original yoga system called astanga, Power Yoga is a complete mind and body workout that develops concentration and reduces stress. With its focus on mindful breathing and body heat, Power Yoga goes beyond the relaxation benefits of traditional yoga to offer a route to health and fitness that athletes of all levels will embrace.