Dynamic Yoga: A complete mind and body workout

by Juliet Pegrum

Overview

Bring health and harmony to your body, mind and spirit by practising Dynamic Yoga. Dynamic yoga, also known as Ashtanga yoga, a is a more rigorous, powerful form of Hatha yoga. By focusing on balance and controlled breathing as you move quickly through the series of poses in rhythmic routines called Vinyasa, you’ll strengthen and rejuvenate yourself in wonderful ways. Juliet Pegrum, an experienced yoga teacher, explains how to achieve each pose so that even beginners can enjoy the benefits right away. Let go of tension in every muscle, and feel relief and a soothing calmness take over. The heat that’s generated through practice encourages flexibility, boosts energy, helps the body detoxify and promotes peace of mind. Each fully illustrated sequence prepares your body for what’s to come, from warm-ups through sitting, standing and finishing poses. At every stage, you’ll know the health benefits that can be attained. Whether you want to encourage restful sleep or prevent lower back pain, you’ll feel tranquil and fully refreshed by the experience. Establish a rhythm with weekly schedules specially designed for novices. Every week you’ll add more complex poses, advancing at the best pace. Advice on correct breathing, diet and how to relax helps ensure total success. Revitalize yourself with this classic, powerful practice that offers great physical and spiritual benefits.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781782495086
Publisher:	Ryland Peters & Small
Publication date:	03/10/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	NOOK Book
Pages:	128
File size:	9 MB

About the Author

Juliet Pegrum is an experienced Ashtanga practitioner who lives and works in New York. She has taught and demonstrated yoga in Jaipur, India, and Santiago, Chile.

Table of Contents

Introduction 8

Yoga philosophy 18

What is dynamic yoga? 18

Elements of dynamic yoga 19

How to use this book 22

Drinking and eating 24

How to relax 26

Safety first 28

Chapter 1 Warming Up 30

Salute to the sun (a) 32

Salute to the sun (b) 40

Chapter 2 Standing poses 46

Standing sequence 48

Chapter 3 Sitting poses 64

Forward bends 66

Spinal twists and balances 72

Advanced sitting poses 78

Chapter 4 Finish poses 102

All limbs cycle 104

The headstand cycle 112

Chapter 5 Daily practice 118

Schedules 120

Spiritual changes 125

Glossary 126

Index 128