A high-energy, high-heat yoga workout--for athletes interested in a serious and effective fitness regimen. In 344 clear and instructive black-and-white photos, Power Yoga presents 100 positions that loosen muscles, unwind tight joints, and build strength. Power yoga is the official yoga routine of the New York Road Runners Club.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Contents
Acknowledgments
1The Hard & the Soft
2 Breathing for Life
3The Generation of Heat: The Sun Salutations
4 Power & Balance: The Primary Series -- Standing Postures
5 Strength & Surrender: The Primary Series -- Seated Postures I
6 Fine-Tuning: The Primary Series -- Seated Postures II
7 Protection in the Unprotected State: The Closing Sequence
8 Leap into Nothingness: Introduction to the Second Series
9 Yoga Therapy
Appendix: Specifics for Injuries
Axioms of Power Yoga
Bibliography
Index
