{"product_id":"hatha-yoga-illustrated","title":"Hatha Yoga Illustrated","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommendation Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\"\"Hatha Yoga Illustrated \"is a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.\"\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron BaptistePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa YogaAuthor of \"Journey Into Power\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\"\"Hatha Yoga Illustrated \"makes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.\"\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiva ReaYoga instructor and writer for \"Yoga Journal\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarc Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFor greater strength, flexibility, and focus--Cover.;Includes bibliographical references (p. 217) and index.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommendation Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron Baptiste\u003cbr\u003ePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa Yoga\u003cbr\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eJourney Into Power\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003emakes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiva Rea\u003cbr\u003eYoga instructor and writer for \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Description\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Experience physical benefits and body awareness with \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e. Featuring full-color photos that demonstrate 77 standard poses, you will learn how to achieve proper alignment and breathing for a more effective yoga experience, and increase strength and flexibility while reducing stress and blood pressure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron Baptiste \u003cbr\u003ePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa Yoga \u003cbr\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eJourney Into Power\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003emakes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiva Rea \u003cbr\u003eYoga instructor and writer for \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 1. Art and Practice of Hatha Yoga \u003cbr\u003eRoots of Yoga \u003cbr\u003eGetting the Most From Your Yoga Practice \u003cbr\u003eLearning to Meditate \u003cbr\u003eUsing the Asanas in This Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 2. Standing Postures \u003cbr\u003eMountain \u003cbr\u003eDownward-Facing Dog \u003cbr\u003eExtended Side-Angle \u003cbr\u003eTriangle \u003cbr\u003eWarrior II \u003cbr\u003eCrescent Lunge \u003cbr\u003eWarrior I \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Extended Side-Angle \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Triangle \u003cbr\u003eChair \u003cbr\u003eStanding Intense Spread-Leg Pose \u003cbr\u003eBeam \u003cbr\u003eHumble Warrior \u003cbr\u003eIntense Side-Stretch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 3. Balancing Postures \u003cbr\u003eEagle \u003cbr\u003eTree \u003cbr\u003eTiptoe Pose \u003cbr\u003eBoat \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Half-Moon \u003cbr\u003eStanding Extended Leg Stretch \u003cbr\u003eWarrior III \u003cbr\u003eDancer \u003cbr\u003eHalf-Moon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 4. Arm-Balancing Postures \u003cbr\u003eInclined Plane \u003cbr\u003eLateral Inclined Plane \u003cbr\u003eCrane \u003cbr\u003ePeacock \u003cbr\u003eFour-Limbed Staff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 5. Inverted Postures \u003cbr\u003eShoulder Stand \u003cbr\u003ePlow \u003cbr\u003eLegs-Up-the-Wall \u003cbr\u003eHead Stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 6. Backward-Bending Postures \u003cbr\u003eCobra \u003cbr\u003eUpward-Facing Dog \u003cbr\u003eCamel \u003cbr\u003eBridge \u003cbr\u003eBow \u003cbr\u003eLocust \u003cbr\u003eUpward-Facing Bow \u003cbr\u003eFish \u003cbr\u003eCat-Cow \u003cbr\u003ePigeon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 7. Twisting Postures \u003cbr\u003eGentle Spinal Twist \u003cbr\u003eReclining Spinal Twist \u003cbr\u003eSimple Sitting Twist \u003cbr\u003eBound Half-Lotus Twist \u003cbr\u003eSitting Spinal Twist I \u003cbr\u003eSitting Spinal Twist II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 8. Forward-Bending Postures \u003cbr\u003eSeated Forward Bend \u003cbr\u003eStanding Forward Bend \u003cbr\u003eSingle-Leg Head-to-Knee Forward Bend \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Head-to-Knee Forward Bend \u003cbr\u003eOpen-Angle \u003cbr\u003eSide Open-Angle \u003cbr\u003eThree-Limb Intense Stretch \u003cbr\u003eGarland \u003cbr\u003eSplits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 9. Sitting Postures \u003cbr\u003eLotus \u003cbr\u003eLooking Within \u003cbr\u003eBaby Cradle \u003cbr\u003eHero \u003cbr\u003eKneeling Pose \u003cbr\u003eLion \u003cbr\u003eCow Face \u003cbr\u003eStaff Pose \u003cbr\u003eYoga Sealing Pose \u003cbr\u003eHeron \u003cbr\u003eSage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 10. Reclining and Relaxation Postures \u003cbr\u003eKnees-to-Chest \u003cbr\u003eReclining Hero \u003cbr\u003eReclining Big-Toe \u003cbr\u003eReclining Bound-Angle \u003cbr\u003eReclining Open-Leg Spinal Twist \u003cbr\u003eSupported Bridge \u003cbr\u003eSupported Hero \u003cbr\u003eChild's Pose \u003cbr\u003eCorpse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 11. Hatha Yoga Routines \u003cbr\u003eGentle Yoga I \u003cbr\u003eGentle Yoga II \u003cbr\u003eYoga for Flexibility I \u003cbr\u003eYoga for Flexibility II \u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga I \u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga II \u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga III \u003cbr\u003eSun Salutation I \u003cbr\u003eSun Salutation II \u003cbr\u003eMoon Salutation I \u003cbr\u003eMoon Salutation II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMartin Kirk\u003c\/b\u003e, MSBME, E-RYT 500, is a certified yoga instructor who offers workshops and teacher trainings globally and online. With a Masters Degree in Biomedical Engineering, he has a special gift for anatomy and therapeutics. His passion for educating others about the body has created worldwide demand for his trainings. Martin's accomplishments include successful careers as an engineer in the space and biomedical industries. He lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife, Jordan and their son, Jonathan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrooke Boon\u003c\/b\u003e is cofounder of Studio Om Yoga and Tai Chi in Phoenix, Arizona. She received her certification through Baptiste Power Yoga Institute and is a registered yoga teacher as well as a member of the Arizona Yoga Association. Her certification came after working with world-renowned master teacher Baron Baptiste. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Boon's teaching style is designed to promote stability, strength, and serenity as well as create hormonal and emotional balance. She specializes in power vinyasa and also instructs classes for mature adults, athletes, and expectant mothers, emphasizing that yoga is for everybody. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Boon lives in Phoenix, Arizona. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaniel DiTuro\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and is a graduate of Arizona State University with a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. He has worked as a mechanical engineer since 1980. His interest in photography began at the age of 10. In 1986 he started DiTuro Photography, specializing in commercial and portrait photography. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e After a shoulder injury, Daniel began practicing hatha yoga in 1999. Having discovered the therapeutic benefits of yoga, he began working on a series of photographs that evolved into The Yoga Project to introduce people to yoga and meditation. In addition to his work as a mechanical engineer and photographer, Daniel enjoys a variety of activities including traveling, hiking, writing, and cooking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommendation Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.-\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron Baptiste\u003cbr\u003ePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa Yoga\u003cbr\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eJourney Into Power\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e-\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003emakes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.-\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiva Rea\u003cbr\u003eYoga instructor and writer for \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the physical benefits and body awareness from hatha yoga--the most popular form of yoga today. \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e presents nearly 650 full-color photos to visually demonstrate 77 standard poses from hatha yoga that apply to all major hatha styles including Iyengar, Astanga, Anusara, and Bikram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual poses are presented from start to finish, showing you how to achieve proper alignment and breathing to ensure challenging yet safe execution. The result is an increase in the effectiveness, both physically and mentally, you'll experience with each pose. Several pose variations based on your personal preference, ability, and fitness level are also included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEleven sample yoga routines show how to assemble the poses into workouts that meet your specific time, difficulty, and intensity parameters. Colorful and comprehensive, \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e is organized for your ultimate convenience and use. Use it to guide your muscles, as well as your mind, and increase strength and stamina, reduce stress and anxiety, reduce blood pressure, and increase flexibility. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eIngram Advance\u003c\/span\u003e 11\/01\/2005 pg. 57 (EAN 9780736062039, Paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Kirk, Martin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Human Kinetics Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2005-11-01\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Health \u0026amp; Fitness \/ Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Hatha yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.34 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780736062039\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9780736062039\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52372834746649,"sku":"SP-9780736062039","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9780736062039_spiral.png?v=1778453064","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/hatha-yoga-illustrated","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}