Yoga Abs

A unique vocabulary exists that ascribes a variety of emotions to the belly: "my guts are in a knot," "I knew it in my gut," "gut-wrenching," and "no guts, no glory." Yet too often, more emphasis is placed on the way the abdomen looks than how it feels and functions - a sterling six-pack can mask true abdominal trouble. Yoga Abs outlines a series of exercises, yoga poses (asana), and breathing practices designed to achieve optimal health for this crucial area, which houses the organs of both digestion and procreation. Drawing on her experience as a yoga instructor and physical therapist, Judith Hanson Lasater discusses the anatomy and philosophical aspects of the abdomen and offers a set of movements that create awareness of important muscles while developing and maintaining abdominal strength. Each exercise and asana lists the props or supports needed, safety guidelines, and practice instructions, and the book includes practical guidelines for moving mindfully through everyday tasks.

ISBN 1930485093   Volumes 1 ISBN13 9781930485099 (What's this?)   Weight (grammes) 260 Publisher Rodmell Press   Published in Berkeley, CA Imprint Rodmell Press   Series ISSN 3 Format Paperback   Series title Rodmell Press Yoga Shorts S. Publication date 03 Feb 2005   Height (mm) 230 Library of Congress RA781.7.L3   Width (mm) 180 DEWEY 613.7046   Spine width (mm) 6 DEWEY edition DC22   Academic level General Pages 112

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