A Beginner's Guide To Yoga

By Tiziana M.

As we march into this millennium, we’re constantly reminded of the fusion of east and west.
Whether it’s through satellite television programming that beams in productions from different cultures, enjoying books and music from distant lands that, only a generation or two ago, couldn’t be accessed, and – of course – communicating with people across time and space through the Internet and other telecommunications advancements, the world has
become a much smaller place. Indeed, when Marshall McLuan coined the term Global Village, even he probably didn’t envision so much, so fast, so soon.
Riding the wave of information that now crisscrosses our tiny planet is something that has its roots in ancient history, yet is experiencing a blossoming in the west that continues to gain momentum with each passing year. Whether it’s at a local YMCA or a lush spiritual retreat in the Everglades, Yoga is establishing itself as a mainstay in western culture;
indeed, in global culture.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tiziana M.
• Release date: Jan 2, 2017
• ISBN: 9788822884015

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Table of Contents

Title Page

Chapter 1

A Beginner’s Guide

To Yoga

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................. 6

What is Yoga?..............................................11

What Yoga Isn’t .........................................13

The Essence of Yoga ...................................14

Yoga and Physical Health.............................15

Why is Yoga Beneficial?.................................18

The Mind-Body Connection ..........................21

Physical Benefits ........................................22

Psychological Benefits .................................23

Supporting a Healthy Lifestyle......................23

Emotional Benefits......................................27

Pain Management Benefits...........................27

Real People, Real Benefits ...........................29

Different Kinds of Yoga .................................29

Six Major Types .........................................31

Hatha Yoga ...............................................32

Raja Yoga .................................................33

Karma Yoga...............................................34

Karma Yoga...............................................35

Jnana Yoga................................................36

Tantra Yoga...............................................37

Advice for Beginners ...................................38

Final Note on Consistency............................42

Yoga Equipment & Accessories .......................42

Yoga Mats .................................................44

Yoga Towel................................................45

Yoga Bags .................................................45

Yoga Straps...............................................46

Yoga Sandbags and Bolsters ........................46

Yoga Medication Cushions, Chairs, Benches, and

Pillows ......................................................46

Yoga Balls .................................................47

Yoga Blocks...............................................47

Yoga Videos/DVDs......................................48

Yoga Music ................................................48

Yoga Clothing ............................................49

Conclusion ..................................................49

Introduction

As we march into this millennium, we’re constantly reminded of the fusion of east and west.

Whether it’s through satellite television programming that beams in productions from different cultures, enjoying books and music from distant lands that, only a generation or two ago, couldn’t be accessed, and – of course – communicating with people across time and space through the Internet and other telecommunications advancements, the world has

become a much smaller place. Indeed, when Marshall McLuan coined the term Global Village, even he probably didn’t envision so much, so fast, so soon.

Riding the wave of information that now crisscrosses our tiny planet is something that has its roots in ancient history, yet is experiencing a blossoming in the west that continues to gain momentum with each passing year. Whether it’s at a local YMCA or a lush spiritual retreat in the Everglades, Yoga is establishing itself as a mainstay in western culture;

indeed, in global culture.

However, many people are reluctant to experience the physical, emotional, and psychological