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Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World's Foremost Authority
- Publisher : Thorsons; 2/18/06 edition (20 March 2006)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 544 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8172235011
- Item Weight : 920 g
- Dimensions : 12.9 x 1.5 x 19.8 cm
- Country of Origin : India
The book, ‘Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World's Foremost Authority’ provides reliable and accurate information on the subject of Yoga and tells the readers about the correct techniques of practicing Yoga. This book is written in such a manner that makes it easy for readers to understand the steps without any trouble.
The descriptions of Yoga forms given in the book make it easier for readers to practice it by themselves. This book serves as an introduction for beginners who are looking to learn the unique practice of Yoga. It has been authored by the famous B.K.S. Iyengar, who is known for his mastery over the topic of Yoga. It was published by Thorsons publications in the year 2015.
Yoga is not just a physical exercise but is also a way of keeping the mental state intact. Yoga helps in keeping the body fit and fresh and also clears the mind from any stress which indirectly proves to be detrimental when it comes to staying healthy.
The benefits of Yoga are immense and hence Yoga is becoming popular across the globe. However, the benefits of Yoga can be achieved only if it is practiced with proper discipline and order. Hence, this book has been prepared so that readers can reap all the benefits of practicing Yoga in the correct manner. To give a structured knowledge pattern about Yoga, this book has been divided in three segments. The first segment deals with the understanding of Yoga.
Light On Yoga is a definitive guide about Yoga, a rigorous discipline for attaining physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. It is aimed at beginners as well as advanced practitioners of Yoga.
The book begins a foreword by Yehudi Menhuin, a famous violinist and a friend of the author. It is divided into three parts. The first part contains an introduction to Yoga, tracing its historical origin to ancient India.
The second part is dedicated to yogasanas, bandhas, and kriyas. It covers numerous asanas or poses in great detail. Each asana is illustrated by a photograph. This is followed by step-by-step instructions that will help with perfecting the asana. The benefits of each pose, the ailments it cures, and the precautions it requires are also included.
The third part of the book is dedicated to the concept of Pranayama, a form of yogic breathing. It covers the technique of pranayama, its precautions, its effects, and its types.
The book ends with two appendices. The first one provides the sequence in which the asanas are to be performed. The second appendix recommends specific asanas for targeting and curing specific diseases.
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