Summary of Amy Auman & Lisa Purcell's Anatomy, Stretching & Training for Yoga

By IRB Media

Get the Summary of Amy Auman & Lisa Purcell's Anatomy, Stretching & Training for Yoga in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Original book introduction: Yoga is more than just an exercise; it’s a way of spiritual living that has been growing in popularity throughout the years. But nothing ruins the tranquility of yoga faster than an unfortunate injury. Yoga focuses on almost every muscle in the body, from the core of the abdomen, to the muscles of the back, right down to the delicate muscles in the neck. All of these are prone to injury, and all of those injuries can keep you off the mat. That’s why every yogi needs Anatomy, Stretching & Training for Yoga.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: Nov 25, 2021
• ISBN: 9781638158424

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#1

Gentle stretching is vital to prevent injuries, and is especially important after you exercise. As you become more flexible, you’ll be able to do more advanced poses that require less stretching.

#2

The Half Lotus pose is a seated forward bend that opens the hips and thighs. It helps open the hip joints, soothe the lower back, and release tension in the hips and thighs.

#3

In Sukhasana, or the simple pose, place your legs in the air and stack your shins one on top of the other. Then, inhale