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Georg Feuerstein, PhD, offers distance-learning courses on Yoga philosophy and history through Traditional Yoga Studies.

Larry Payne, PhD, is founding director of the Yoga Therapy Rx curriculum at Loyola Marymount University and was named one of America's most respected Yoga teachers by the Los Angeles Times.

The long-awaited update of the trusted yoga book

A decade since its initial publication, Yoga For Dummies, 2nd Edition has been updated and revised to include coverage of the newest concepts and practices that have emerged in the yoga community over the past ten years. Still maintaining its emphasis on safe approaches to the physical practice of yoga, Yoga For Dummies, 2nd Edition breaks down the concepts and poses, making yoga easy-to-understand and easy-to-apply for everyone.

Yoga has been bringing health and peace of mind to millions of people for five millennia-and it can do the same for you. Turn to Yoga For Dummies, 2nd Edition to find out how to unlock your body's extraordinary potential, while strengthening your mind as well.

• Focuses on Hatha Yoga, which works primarily with the body through postures, breathing exercises, and other techniques
• Specialized yoga instructions for all ages, as well as partner yoga
• Practicing yoga during pregnancy, as well as yoga relief for women in mid-life
• Using restorative yoga and yoga therapy to combat chronic aches and pains

Whether you're a beginner or a yoga guru, Yoga For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you the tips and techniques you need to experience the health benefits of yoga as part of a complete wellness and exercise program.

Introduction.

PART I: Off to a Good Start with yoga.

Chapter 1: Yoga 101: What You Need to Know.

Chapter 2: Ready, Set, Yoga!

PART II: Getting in Shape for yoga.

Chapter 3: Prep Before Pep.

Chapter 4: Relaxed Like a Noodle: The Fine Art of Letting Go of Stress.

Chapter 5: Breath and Movement Simplified.

PART III: Postures for Health Maintenance and Restoration.

Chapter 6: What to Do When -- The Importance of Sequencing.

Chapter 7: Sitting Made Easy.

Chapter 8: Standing Tall.

Chapter 9: Steady as a Tree: Mastering Balance.

Chapter 10: Absolutely Abs.

Chapter 11: Looking at the World Upside Down.

Chapter 12: Easy 'Round the Bends.

Chapter 13: Twist But Don't Shout.

Chapter 14: Dynamic Posture: The Sun Salutation.

Chapter 15: Recommended Routines.

PART IV: Creative yoga.

Chapter 16: Designing Your Own Yoga Program.

Chapter 17: "Prop Art" -- The Why and How of Simple Props.

PART V: Yoga as a Lifestyle.

Chapter 18: Yoga Throughout the Day.

Chapter 19: Sex and Yoga Make Good Bedfellows.

Chapter 20: Meditation and the Higher Reaches of Yoga.

Chapter 21: Yoga for Special Situations.

PART VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 22: Ten Tips for a Great Yoga Practice.

Chapter 23: Ten Great Places in the U.S.A. to Discover Yoga.

Chapter 24: Ten Good Reasons to Practice Yoga.

Appendix: Additional yoga Resources.

Index.

Book Registration Information.