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The result is an increase in the effectiveness, both physically and mentally, you'll experience with each pose. Several pose variations based on your personal preference, ability, and fitness level are also included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEleven sample yoga routines show how to assemble the poses into workouts that meet your specific time, difficulty, and intensity parameters. Colorful and comprehensive, \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e is organized for your ultimate convenience and use. Use it to guide your muscles, as well as your mind, and increase strength and stamina, reduce stress and anxiety, reduce blood pressure, and increase flexibility. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1. Art and Practice of Hatha Yoga\u003cbr\u003eRoots of Yoga\u003cbr\u003eGetting the Most From Your Yoga Practice\u003cbr\u003eLearning to Meditate\u003cbr\u003eUsing the Asanas in This Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 2. Standing Postures\u003cbr\u003eMountain\u003cbr\u003eDownward-Facing Dog\u003cbr\u003eExtended Side-Angle\u003cbr\u003eTriangle \u003cbr\u003eWarrior II\u003cbr\u003eCrescent Lunge\u003cbr\u003eWarrior I\u003cbr\u003eRevolved Extended Side-Angle\u003cbr\u003eRevolved Triangle\u003cbr\u003eChair \u003cbr\u003eStanding Intense Spread-Leg Pose\u003cbr\u003eBeam\u003cbr\u003eHumble Warrior\u003cbr\u003eIntense Side-Stretch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 3. Balancing Postures\u003cbr\u003eEagle\u003cbr\u003eTree\u003cbr\u003eTiptoe Pose\u003cbr\u003eBoat \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Half-Moon\u003cbr\u003eStanding Extended Leg Stretch\u003cbr\u003eWarrior III\u003cbr\u003eDancer\u003cbr\u003eHalf-Moon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 4. Arm-Balancing Postures\u003cbr\u003eInclined Plane\u003cbr\u003eLateral Inclined Plane\u003cbr\u003eCrane\u003cbr\u003ePeacock\u003cbr\u003eFour-Limbed Staff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 5. Inverted Postures\u003cbr\u003eShoulder Stand\u003cbr\u003ePlow\u003cbr\u003eLegs-Up-the-Wall\u003cbr\u003eHead Stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 6. Backward-Bending Postures\u003cbr\u003eCobra \u003cbr\u003eUpward-Facing Dog\u003cbr\u003eCamel\u003cbr\u003eBridge\u003cbr\u003eBow\u003cbr\u003eLocust \u003cbr\u003eUpward-Facing Bow\u003cbr\u003eFish\u003cbr\u003eCat-Cow\u003cbr\u003ePigeon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 7. Twisting Postures\u003cbr\u003eGentle Spinal Twist\u003cbr\u003eReclining Spinal Twist\u003cbr\u003eSimple Sitting Twist\u003cbr\u003eBound Half-Lotus Twist\u003cbr\u003eSitting Spinal Twist I\u003cbr\u003eSitting Spinal Twist II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 8. Forward-Bending Postures\u003cbr\u003eSeated Forward Bend\u003cbr\u003eStanding Forward Bend\u003cbr\u003eSingle-Leg Head-to-Knee Forward Bend \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Head-to-Knee Forward Bend\u003cbr\u003eOpen-Angle \u003cbr\u003eSide Open-Angle \u003cbr\u003eThree-Limb Intense Stretch\u003cbr\u003eGarland\u003cbr\u003eSplits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 9. Sitting Postures\u003cbr\u003eLotus\u003cbr\u003eLooking Within\u003cbr\u003eBaby Cradle\u003cbr\u003eHero\u003cbr\u003eKneeling Pose\u003cbr\u003eLion\u003cbr\u003eCow Face\u003cbr\u003eStaff Pose\u003cbr\u003eYoga Sealing Pose\u003cbr\u003eHeron \u003cbr\u003eSage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 10. Reclining and Relaxation Postures\u003cbr\u003eKnees-to-Chest\u003cbr\u003eReclining Hero\u003cbr\u003eReclining Big-Toe \u003cbr\u003eReclining Bound-Angle\u003cbr\u003eReclining Open-Leg Spinal Twist\u003cbr\u003eSupported Bridge \u003cbr\u003eSupported Hero \u003cbr\u003eChild's Pose\u003cbr\u003eCorpse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 11. Hatha Yoga Routines\u003cbr\u003eGentle Yoga I\u003cbr\u003eGentle Yoga II\u003cbr\u003eYoga for Flexibility I\u003cbr\u003eYoga for Flexibility II\u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga I\u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga II\u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga III\u003cbr\u003eSun Salutation I\u003cbr\u003eSun Salutation II\u003cbr\u003eMoon Salutation I\u003cbr\u003eMoon Salutation II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMartin Kirk\u003c\/b\u003e, MSBME, E-RYT 500, is a certified yoga instructor who offers workshops and teacher trainings globally and online. With a Masters Degree in Biomedical Engineering, he has a special gift for anatomy and therapeutics. His passion for educating others about the body has created worldwide demand for his trainings. Martin's accomplishments include successful careers as an engineer in the space and biomedical industries. He lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife, Jordan and their son, Jonathan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrooke Boon\u003c\/b\u003e is cofounder of Studio Om Yoga and Tai Chi in Phoenix, Arizona. She received her certification through Baptiste Power Yoga Institute and is a registered yoga teacher as well as a member of the Arizona Yoga Association. Her certification came after working with world-renowned master teacher Baron Baptiste. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Boon's teaching style is designed to promote stability, strength, and serenity as well as create hormonal and emotional balance. She specializes in power vinyasa and also instructs classes for mature adults, athletes, and expectant mothers, emphasizing that yoga is for everybody. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Boon lives in Phoenix, Arizona. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaniel DiTuro\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and is a graduate of Arizona State University with a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. He has worked as a mechanical engineer since 1980. His interest in photography began at the age of 10. In 1986 he started DiTuro Photography, specializing in commercial and portrait photography. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e After a shoulder injury, Daniel began practicing hatha yoga in 1999. Having discovered the therapeutic benefits of yoga, he began working on a series of photographs that evolved into The Yoga Project to introduce people to yoga and meditation. In addition to his work as a mechanical engineer and photographer, Daniel enjoys a variety of activities including traveling, hiking, writing, and cooking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron Baptiste\u003cbr\u003ePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa Yoga\u003cbr\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eJourney Into Power\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003emakes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiva Rea\u003cbr\u003eYoga instructor and writer for \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e","brand":"Martin Kirk,Brooke Boon,Daniel DiTuro","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":12335169503293,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/e528b3c55e61fde978f74996af50d808.jpg?v=1777361397"},{"product_id":"tai-chi-illustrated","title":"Tai Chi Illustrated","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-bonuscontent\" id=\"display-bonuscontent\"\u003eBonus Content\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncrease muscle strength, improve flexibility, and reduce pain and stiffness. Each year, millions of people worldwide discover the incredible physical and mental benefits of tai chi. Now, with \u003ci\u003eTai Chi Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e, you can, too.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternationally renowned instructor Master Pixiang Qiu and mind–body exercise expert Weimo Zhu demonstrate the most effective forms for harnessing the healing power of chi, or energy. Follow their lead and improve balance and coordination, relieve stress, and reduce pain and muscle stiffness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTai Chi Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is a step-by-step guide complete with detailed instructions and full-color photo sequences for the basic movements and popular forms, such as Grasp Sparrow’s Tail and Part the Wild Horse’s Mane. You will connect the forms to follow the yang-style sample routines, or create your own to address your health and fitness needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are completely new to tai chi or have practiced for years, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTai Chi Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e will you be your guide to the path of better health and self-awareness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Tai Chi Basics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 1 Art and Practice of Tai Chi \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 2 Basic Posture \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 3 Basic Foot Movements \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 4 Basic Hand Forms and Movements \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 5 Basic Stances \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II Tai Chi Forms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 6 Forms for Cardiovascular Health \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 7 Forms for Stress Relief and Low-Back Health \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 8 Forms for Balance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 9 Forms for Coordination \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III Tai Chi Routines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 10 Six-Form Routine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 11 Twelve-Form Routine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 12 Basic Push Hands Routine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Pixiang Qiu\u003c\/b\u003e is director of the Chinese Wushu (martial arts) Research Center of Shanghai University of Sports. A veteran tai chi instructor, Qiu was named a national master of traditional exercise by the Chinese government. The International Wushu Federation also elected him the first international referee in 1990, named him as one of China’s famous wushu professors in 1995, and rated him as a Chinese wushu ninth duan, the highest level in wushu, in 2003. He was the wushu chief judge for the 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th Asian Games and the chief judge for the 2nd, 4th, and 7th World Wushu Championships. He was designated as an excellent national sports referee and has been ranked as a national top 10 wushu referee. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Professor Qiu has published multiple books in Chinese on tai chi and wushu and has lectured worldwide. He gave the keynote address on tai chi at the 2009 American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) convention and, based on his tai chi teaching and contribution to the promotion of culture exchange, was made an honorary citizen of the city of Dallas in 2009. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeimo Zhu, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003eis an internationally known scholar in physical activity and health research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he regularly teaches mind–body exercise classes at both the university and community levels. He has practiced Chinese mind–body exercises, including tai chi and qi gong, for more than 25 years and has been instrumental in introducing them in the United States and around the world. He has given demonstrations and lectures on Chinese mind–body exercises in the United States, China, South Korea, and the Czech Republic. He was awarded a NIH grant to study the effect of long-term mind–body exercise on cancer survivors and presented the research findings at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) annual meetings in 2009. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “Tai Chi Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis one of the first books by a ninth-duan master to be available in English. It is an unprecedented contribution to the field and a landmark achievement for Professor Qiu\u003c\/i\u003e.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGene Ching-- \u003c\/b\u003eAssociate Publisher, \u003ci\u003eKung Fu Tai Chi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/circle-open-close-and-up-down-stances\"\u003eCircle, open-close, 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That information takes many forms: consumer books, DVDs, textbooks and their ancillaries, journals, online courses, software, and audiovisual products. 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You’ll get results in a few weeks—and benefits that last a lifetime.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are searching for a new physical challenge or a way to incorporate yoga into your exercise routine, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeth Shaw’s YogaFit\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e will help you reach your physical potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpanded and updated, this highly acclaimed program combines challenging conditioning work with strength- and flexibility-building yoga to create a total-body workout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYogaFit\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, you’ll have not only increased overall health, energy, and vitality but also a stronger and leaner body, reduced stress, better posture, improved concentration, and a higher level of fitness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Beth Shaw, an internationally renowned expert on fitness and yoga, this book presents more than 100 YogaFit poses organized into workout routines that you can use every day. The text includes information on using YogaFit as a training tool for sports and creating personalized routines to meet your own needs. Athletes will benefit from sport-specific routines designed specifically for baseball, basketball, boxing, cycling, golf, kickboxing, running, skiing, snowboarding, softball, swimming, tennis, volleyball, and weightlifting. The full-color photo sequences and step-by-step instruction make it more accessible than ever!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART I: Preparing to Be YogaFit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 1: The YogaFit Lifestyle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 2: YogaFit Essentials \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 3: YogaFit Breathing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 4: The Three Mountains of YogaFit: Warm-Up, Work, and Cool-Down \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART II: Purposeful Poses \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 5: Core Strength and Stability \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 6: Standing and Balance Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 7: Forward and Backward Bends \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 8: Twists \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 9: Deep Relaxing Stretches and Inversions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART III: Putting It All Together\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 10: Workouts for Fitness and Sports \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 11: Yoga as Therapy \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 12: Meditation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeth Shaw \u003c\/b\u003eis the president and founder of YogaFit, Inc., the largest yoga school in the world. She is recognized as one of the leading experts in the fields of mind–body fitness, health, and nutrition. Shaw is the innovator behind many fitness trends, including YogaFit, YogaLean, and YogaButt. The first and second editions of \u003ci\u003eBeth Shaw’s YogaFit\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics) have sold more than 100,000 copies worldwide. \u003ci\u003eYogaLean\u003c\/i\u003e was published by Ballantine Books\/Random House in 2014 and is quickly climbing to best-seller status. Her next book, \u003ci\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e, is scheduled for release in 2016.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Shaw and her company have been featured in \u003ci\u003eTime, Huffington Post, USA Today, O: The Oprah Magazine, Glamour, Washington Post, Self, More, and Entrepreneur\u003c\/i\u003e as well as on CNN, CBS, NBC, Showtime, and E! Entertainment Television. She speaks frequently at universities and corporations on mindfulness in the workplace, health, fitness, and the business of spirituality. Shaw works with the NFL and its officials and is currently on the CanFitPro advisory panel and the Long Island University board of advisors.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Shaw earned bachelor’s degrees in business administration and nutrition and holds numerous certificates in fitness disciplines. She is an experienced registered yoga teacher (E-RYT) and is a trained yoga therapist through the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). She has studied yoga in India and Asia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A lifelong student of fitness, psychology, philosophy, spirituality, and health, Shaw is committed to helping people find their own perfect health both physically and mentally. YogaFit has committed to giving $1 million in free yoga trainings to those in need. Her nonprofit organization, Visionary Women in Fitness, grants scholarships to women. Shaw has dedicated her life to YogaFit and the transformational growth that the company creates globally. She lives in New York and Los Angeles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eBeth Shaw's YogaFit \u003ci\u003estrikes the perfect balance for both novice and experienced yogis alike. At the foundation is the notion that YogaFit is for everyone, which resonates with anyone who believes in self-acceptance and inclusivity. For those unaccustomed to yoga, they will soon see that YogaFit is a modern take on an age-old practice for flexibility, strength, and power for the mind, body, and spirit.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRod Macdonald-- \u003c\/b\u003eVice President canfitpro and Editor in Chief of canfitpro magazine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eBeth Shaw's YogaFit\u003ci\u003e offers you a path to an improved mind and body. No matter what your starting level, you will learn how to become stronger, leaner, and more flexible while reducing stress and improving concentration.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePetra Robinson-- \u003c\/b\u003eCEO Petra Robinson Inc.,Fitness Industry Adviser - Zumba Fitness​, Former VP of Aerobics and Fitness Association of American (AFAA) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/after-the-run\"\u003eAfter the Run\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pose-triangle-and-extended-triangle\"\u003ePose: Triangle and Extended Triangle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/three-mountains-of-yogafit\"\u003eThree Mountains of YogaFit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/yogafit-essence\"\u003eYogaFit Essence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Beth Shaw","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":12337098817597,"sku":null,"price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/2cc3a9a1e3d0e40474d947b88330af40_2128adad-91ba-4c15-8ca0-2275d1bb414f.jpg?v=1777333070"},{"product_id":"yoga-for-athletes","title":"Yoga for Athletes","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-bonuscontent\" id=\"display-bonuscontent\"\u003eBonus Content\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the gridiron to the hard court, today’s top athletes know the benefits of yoga. It’s why so many have made it an essential component in their training and conditioning programs. Now you can too with \u003ci\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor and instructor Ryanne Cunningham has worked with some of the top names in sports. She’s helped keep some of the toughest NFL players on the field, and top endurance athletes run longer and stronger. Her step-by-step instruction, expert advice, and pose variations focus on active muscles and movements across sports such as these:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoccer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCycling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTennis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaseball and Softball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasketball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is designed for every athlete, from weekend enthusiast to professional. Using demonstrations of the physical poses, breathing, and guided visualization, you’ll improve performance, reduce the risk of injury, and maximize training results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour secret to improved strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and performance is\u003ci\u003e Yoga for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I: What Yoga Can Do for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga to Improve Your Performance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga Basics to Get Started \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Warm-Up Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II: Poses for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Finding Your Base: Hips \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Staying Loose in the Legs: Hamstrings and Quads \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Strong From Your Center: Spine and Core \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Power at the Top: Shoulders, Arms, and Neck \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Wake Up Those Critical Small Muscles: Balance Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III: Sequences for Specific Sports and Activities\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eFootball: Different Stretches for Different Positions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Runners: Not Just Legs \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11. \u003c\/b\u003eSoccer Players: Bringing Balance to the Workout \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eBicyclists: Freeing Tight Hips and a Stressed Upper Body \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Baseball and Softball: Guard Those Joints \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Swimmers: Stretch Those Shoulders and Back \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Tennis: Quick Bursts of Motion \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16.\u003c\/b\u003e Basketball: Explosive Movement \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Golf: Lengthen and Rotate the Spine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18. \u003c\/b\u003eBringing Yoga to Power Workouts: Enhance Your Strength Building \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart IV: Putting It All Together: Breathe, Balance, and Stay in the Zone\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19.\u003c\/b\u003e Cool-Down and Meditation for Success: Get in the Zone! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20. \u003c\/b\u003eVisualize and Achieve \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRyanne Cunningham, RYT 200, RYT 500\u003c\/b\u003e, is a longtime resident of the Green Bay area. She operates Flow Yoga Studio, where she trains Green Bay Packers football players Randall Cobb, Tramon Williams, B.J. Raji, Jarrett Bush, Mike Neal, Andy Mulumba, and others as well as athletes from many other sports in both group and private yoga sessions. Cunningham obtained her 500-hour RYT Advanced Teacher Training certification in 2012 through a yoga center in Green Bay, where she has practiced and taught since 2002. She earned her 200-hour RYT in 2002 at Satchidananda Ashram in Buckingham, Virginia, and holds a Power Yoga for Sports certification. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Since 2002 Cunningham has owned and operated Advanced Massage Therapy. Her education in massage therapy covered topics such as human anatomy, biology, and kinesiology, which she uses in her yoga teachings and practices. She uses her personal experience in sports and fitness in teaching students proper stretching and alignment, which benefit all yoga students. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cunningham has been featured in numerous national and local publications, including \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, the\u003ci\u003e Milwaukee Journal Sentinel\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMantra Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Ryanne’s approach to yoga has made a dramatic difference in how I move on and off the field. My muscles are looser, I recover more quickly, and I’m primed for game day.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRandall Cobb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Wide Receiver, Green Bay Packers \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Since I’ve started working with Ryanne, my improved flexibility, balance, and core strength have benefitted my on-field performance and helped me avoid injury. \u003c\/i\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003ci\u003e offers you the same benefits!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael J. Neal II-- \u003c\/b\u003eLinebacker, Green Bay Packers \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Practicing yoga with Ryanne has help me enhance my athleticism, recovery, and focus so I can perform at a higher level during games. Through the practice of yoga I've found a part of the recipe for longevity in my profession.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTramon Williams-- \u003c\/b\u003eCornerback, Cleveland Browns \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I was intimidated by yoga because I felt that I wasn't flexible enough after a major ankle injury. Ryanne taught me about the connections between the mind and body, and her visualization and meditation techniques helped me boost my performance on and off the court. I will continue to practice and use those elements long after my athletic career ends.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeifer Sykes - \u003c\/b\u003eAustin Spurs, NBA Development League \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“This book is well-rounded, conveying what works and why it works in a way that’s applicable to all kinds of people. Cunningham has deep knowledge of yoga and impressive experience training athletes (including Green Bay Packers players), but her wisdom is also broad, covering massage, physiology, and more. Clear photos make the positions easy to emulate, and they portray a range of body types, many of them men’s. More medical diagrams, such as those of muscle groups, offer deeper understanding to promote safety along with good results.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eForeword Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/build-your-core\"\u003eBuild Your Core\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/football-stretches-for-every-position\"\u003eFootball Stretches for Every Position\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/prevent-injuries\"\u003ePrevent Injuries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/soccer-bring-balance-to-the-workout\"\u003eSoccer: Bring Balance to the Workout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"vimeo\" href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/203296504?;byline=0;portrait=0\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-responsive img-video\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/9781492522614_Vimeo_video_0.jpg?v=1741382678\" alt=\"-video thumbnail\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/203296504\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"vimeo\" href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/203296504?;byline=0;portrait=0\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-responsive img-video\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/9781492522614_Vimeo_video_0_aae090df-10d3-45b5-af31-418cd3467e1e.jpg?v=1741382713\" alt=\"-video thumbnail\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/203296504\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-bonuscontent\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs sampleContentArticle\" href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/six-reasons-why-athletes-should-do-yoga\"\u003eSix Reasons Why Athletes Should Do Yoga\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabBonusContent--\u003e","brand":"Ryanne Cunningham","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":12337321214013,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/87706469811c57c54b3e7879dd77d807_85ec7e34-39f5-4702-a637-4a679e9e3a42.jpg?v=1777419385"},{"product_id":"running-flow","title":"Running Flow","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsk any serious runner and they’ll tell you that being mentally sound is vital to success in the sport. The ability to enter a flow state of mind is something that Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi has devoted his entire career to understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRunning Flow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, Dr. Csikszentmihalyi is joined by fellow psychologist Christine Weinkauff and running journalist and coach Philip Latter. This landmark work is the first book dedicated to helping runners achieve the state of flow in competitive and training environments. You’ll find comprehensive coverage of the phenomenon, unique practice exercises that stimulate its occurrence, and firsthand accounts from elite runners about their flow experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe psychological barriers associated with training and competition can be as demanding as the physical ones. Destined to become a running classic, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eRunning Flow\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e will open your mind not only to better performance but also to a better, healthier, and more enjoyable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I: Essence of Flow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 1. Experiencing Flow Running \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 2. Nine Components of Flow \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 3. Flow Personality \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 4. Why Flow Matters \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II: Finding Flow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 5. Antecedents to Flow \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 6. Flow in Everyday Running \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 7. Flow Racing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 8. Flow’s Limitations \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 9. Flow Beyond Running \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMihaly Csikszentmihalyi\u003c\/b\u003e was a bestselling author, world-renowned researcher, and one of the fathers of positive psychology. His seminal work,\u003ci\u003e Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience\u003c\/i\u003e (1990), was a New York Times best seller and introduced the concept of flow to mainstream audiences. Once the head of the psychology department at the University of Chicago, Csikszentmihalyi founded the Quality of Life Research Center at Claremont Graduate University. His work has influenced figures such as Bill Clinton and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCsikszentmihalyi wrote more than 120 journal articles and book chapters and authored a dozen books related to positive psychology. He researched flow and motivation as the founder and codirector of the nonprofit Quality of Life Research Center. Csikszentmihalyi passed away in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhilip Latter\u003c\/b\u003e is the coauthor of \u003ci\u003eFaster Road Racing\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics, 2015) with two-time Olympian Pete Pfitzinger. A former senior writer for \u003ci\u003eRunning Times\u003c\/i\u003e and current contributor to \u003ci\u003eRunner’s World\u003c\/i\u003e and runnersworld.com, Latter has profiled more than a dozen Olympians and written extensively on training methodology, exercise science, and sport psychology. He regularly lectures on flow at summer running camps and has used many of the techniques described in this book with the high school, college, and post collegiate athletes he coaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA runner for almost two decades, Latter earned five all-conference honors at the University of North Carolina at Asheville and holds personal bests of 14:47 for 5K, 31:24 for 10K and 1:12:11 for the half marathon. A former NCAA Division I head cross country coach at Radford University, Latter coaches runners at Brevard High School in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. He lives just outside of Brevard with his wife and two daughters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristine Weinkauff Duranso\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor of psychology at both Woodbury University in Burbank, California, and California State University at San Bernardino. As a PhD student at Claremont Graduate University, Weinkauff studied under the mentorship of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and focused her research on the role of flow and exercise and how they contribute to thriving. Her dissertation considered how exercise, flow, and nature strengthen resilience and enhance well-being for college students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeinkauff has completed races ranging from 5K to marathon distance and has ventured into the triathlon world. She enjoys speaking to various groups about the role of flow and exercise in well-being and how flow can provide the motivation to persist in new exercise endeavors. A mother of four, she lives in Claremont, California, with her three youngest children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The concept of flow is the best explanation for why running is so enjoyable and satisfying. Bringing the perspective of a runner and coach who has personally seen and experienced flow, Phil Latter clearly describes how flow happens and how you can use it to make all of your running better.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJonathan Beverly\u003c\/b\u003e-- Writer and Former Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eRunning Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Anyone who has experienced flow on a run wants to do so again. This fascinating book will show you how.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScott Douglas\u003c\/b\u003e-- Senior Content Editor\u003ci\u003e Runner's World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/amy-hastings-flow-moment\"\u003eAmy Hastings' Flow Moment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/antecedents-to-flow\"\u003eAntecedents to Flow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/phenomenon-of-flow\"\u003ePhenomenon of Flow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi,Philip Latter,Christine Weinkauff Duranso","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":12337368399933,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/79fe499b27ceace56a93cb1f235954b4.jpg?v=1780330551"},{"product_id":"yoga-therapy","title":"Yoga Therapy","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eYoga is more popular now than ever. The benefits are recognized worldwide, and athletes and therapists rely on the practice. Yet its appeal is as varied as those who practice it. Regardless of your activity level and fitness background, yoga is truly for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy: A Personalized Approach for Your Active Lifestyle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e will help you see your daily activities in a new light by giving you a new understanding of movement. Whether playing sports or exercising for fitness, you’ll recognize your movement and identify the poses to make them more efficient. With detailed instructions and photos, you’ll be guided through the exercises, breathing, and visualization techniques to improve your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprehensive and accessible, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e demonstrates the most effective poses for mobility, strength, recovery, and balance as well as techniques to aid relaxation and help with stress management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter your age, experience, or desired goal, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e will empower you to create personalized approaches that are as unique as you are and learn how to adapt your practice to your changing needs and goals throughout life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I: Fundamentals of Yoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 1: What Is Yoga Therapy? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 2: Training Movements \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 3: Connecting Brain to Body \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 4: Developing Focus \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II: Foundations of Practice\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 5: Basic Practices and Props \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 6: Breathing and Relaxation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 7: Preventing Injury \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III: Poses for Lifelong Fitness\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 8: Intentions and Connections \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 9: Spinal Movement Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 10: Stability Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 11: Maintaining Fitness and Activity Levels \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKristen Butera,\u003c\/b\u003e a professional yoga teacher and yoga therapist, is the co-owner of the YogaLife Institute in Wayne, Pennsylvania. She is the editor of the regional magazine \u003ci\u003eYoga Living\u003c\/i\u003e. Kristen started studying yoga in the year 2000 and has since accumulated more than 3,500 hours of professional education in a variety of yoga styles and movement modalities. She specializes in training yoga teachers and yoga therapists and is the co-creator of the 250- and 500-hour Teacher Training programs and 820-hour Comprehensive Yoga Therapy training programs at the YogaLife Institute. Kristen is known for creating dynamic and interactive learning environments that empower students of all ages and levels to explore a variety of potential practices and apply yoga lifestyle principles toward living a richer, fuller life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStaffan Elgelid, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e is a physical therapist, Feldenkrais practitioner, and yoga therapist with RYT-500 and C-IAYT certifications. Elgelid has presented internationally on a variety of topics and created programs on core strengthening, including the \u003ci\u003eSmartCore Training\u003c\/i\u003e DVD. He is an associate professor of physical therapy at Nazareth College in Rochester, New York, where he teaches soft tissue work and health and wellness. Elgelid is a faculty member for the Comprehensive Yoga Therapy training program at the YogaLife Institute. He has written several articles on yoga therapy for the \u003ci\u003eInternational Journal on Yoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYoga Living\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. He has extensive experience as a presenter and moderator at professional conferences and continuing education workshops. Elgelid is coeditor of \u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy: Theory and Practice\u003c\/i\u003e, written for clinicians and scholars looking to integrate yoga into the medical and mental health fields. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"If you are looking for a recipe for that specific ache or ailment, this isn't the book for you. If you are looking to enliven and keep fresh your long-term yoga practice, then dive deep into this unique trove of insights. The authors draw from their varied experiences and expertise to share many ways of sustaining a robust yoga program that addresses your whole person. Many of the strategies won't be found in other \"yoga\" books, but are consistent with with what yoga has to offer in our modern lifestyle. The strategies are also beautifully simple in design, but powerful in effect. An alternative title could well have been \"Yoga to Avoid Therapy in Your Active Lifestyle.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD, C-IAYT \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Author and researcher \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Past president of the International Association of Yoga Therapists \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Director of Smart Safe Yoga \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/explore-the-core-in-new-and-interesting-ways\"\u003eExplore the core in new and interesting ways\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/understand-the-power-of-breath\"\u003eUnderstand the power of breath\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/use-movement-to-focus-on-spinal-articulation\"\u003eUse movement to focus on spinal articulation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Kristen Butera,Staffan Elgelid","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":12337395728445,"sku":null,"price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/536f9680995d48d9ed2c2ac9dcaade99.jpg?v=1778697106"},{"product_id":"power-yoga","title":"Power Yoga","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpand your energy and raise your sense of personal power with power yoga, the athletic and dynamic style of yoga that delivers high intensity and quick results. In \u003ci\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003c\/i\u003e, you will learn the poses, practices, and philosophy of this fitness- and focus-boosting training method to strengthen your body and awaken your spirit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis potent practice is a complete workout on its own, but it also offers tremendous benefits when combined with other workouts and sports. In addition to physical strength, stamina, and flexibility, the dynamic movements of power yoga challenge you to develop focus, balance, and purpose that extend to life beyond the yoga mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDozens of warm-up, power, peak, and cool-down poses are presented in full color, and adaptations to modify or intensify each pose allow you to customize your practice for maximum effectiveness and safety. Sequences ranging from 5 to 60 minutes—including sport-specific sequences for running, cycling, team sports, and high-intensity activities—offer options that match your goals and lifestyle, and the 28-day plan can be adjusted into a plan that works for \u003ci\u003eyou\u003c\/i\u003e, based on the results \u003ci\u003eyou\u003c\/i\u003e want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is your vehicle for creating extraordinary physical and spiritual results that you will notice quickly and be able to maintain for a lifetime. Become your most powerful self with power yoga. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Why Yoga \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Brief History of Yoga \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Eight Limbs of Yoga \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e How to Use This Book \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The Power of Yoga \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e What Is Power? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Yoga for Life Today \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Physical Practice \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eMindfulness and Intention \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Power of Intention \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Drishti \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Right Aim, Right Effort \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003ePower Principles \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Breath \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Foundation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Heat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Flow \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eWarm-Up Poses and Practices \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Opening Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Vinyasa \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Sun Salutations \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Power Poses and Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Standing Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Balancing Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Twists \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Power Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Peak Poses and Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Igniting Your Peak \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Mind-Body Connection \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Backbends \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Arm Balances \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Inversions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Peak Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eCool-Down Poses and Practices \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cool-Down \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Power in Opposites \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Hips \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Forward Folds \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Final Rest \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cool-Down Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Core Strength Poses and Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Upper Body Strength Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Lower Body Strength Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga Within Your Other Workouts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eYour Yoga Plan \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeah Cullis, E-RYT 500,\u003c\/b\u003e is a celebrated power yoga teacher and holistic health coach. Since 2009 she has worked with the Baptiste Institute and her teacher, world-renowned yogi and best-selling author Baron Baptiste, to design and deliver transformational power yoga programs. She has also studied under Jonny Kest and Lama Marut. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cullis lives and teaches in Austin, Texas. She leads yoga teacher trainings, workshops, and classes at Wanderlust Yoga. She is the creator and leader of Pillars of Power Yoga, \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e’s award-winning online course. She is a regular contributor to and has been featured on the cover of \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cullis is an all-star teacher with DoYouYoga.com, where she has created the Ultimate Guide to Power Yoga program and a free power yoga challenge that has been joined by over 20,000 participants from around the world. She has been featured in \u003ci\u003eMantra\u003c\/i\u003e Magazine, ElephantJournal.com, and MindBodyGreen.com. Cullis teaches at conferences and festivals across the country and has presented at prestigious institutions such as the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cullis is a two-time ambassador for lululemon in Austin, Texas, and has represented her community at international conferences and retreats. From 2009 through 2016 she organized the Yoga Garden at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, leading a team of nationally recognized teachers who shared yoga with more than 30,000 participants, as part of a presidential initiative encouraging healthy lifestyles for children and families. Her greatest honor is being a mom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Leah Cullis is a true teacher and healer. I’m grateful for her guidance and her teachings that have stayed with me all these years. Now, in \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003ci\u003e, her expert guidance and wisdom are available to us all.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharles Attal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartner at C3 Presents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducer of Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and Austin City Limits Music Festivals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoard Member of Wanderlust\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"In a world that is increasingly complex and stressful, Leah Cullis' inspiring new book \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit \u003ci\u003einvites you to listen to your own inner guide. Leah offers step-by-step instructions on yoga and meditation practices for life today. Filled with knowledge that comes from years of practice and teaching, the chapters offer you a yoga practice that is free of perfectionism and looking right—and is filled with how-tos for developing your own competencies, your inner well-being, and an embodied sense of what is possible for you on and off your yoga mat. Read this book and get back to the strength and connection that are in you!\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatherine Cook-Cottone, PhD, RYT-500\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLicensed Psychologist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessor and Researcher at State University of New York at Buffalo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Leah Cullis is a dynamic and passionate yoga teacher! In her book, \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003ci\u003e, she shines a light on the profound healing that takes place when one is committed to a daily practice. A must-read for teachers and students!” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJonny Kest\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Yogi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder of Center for Yoga in Detroit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“There is no more honorable role in the world than the role of the teacher. Teachers inspire. They heal. They lead. Much of their work is done quietly and without fanfare. It requires deep love and profound humility. The world is so fortunate that Leah Cullis chose the path she did. She’s put in her 10,000 hours, and now she shares her knowledge, heart, and empathy in \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003ci\u003e.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeff Krasno\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCofounder and Chairman of Wanderlust\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCEO of Commune\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eWanderlust \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Find Your True Fork \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Leah Cullis is a gifted teacher. In \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003ci\u003e, she generously shares the insights from her wealth of experience as both a student and teacher. Through this lens, Leah effectively guides students of any and all experience levels to develop practices that resonate with their body, mind, and heart. This is a powerful work from a powerful teacher.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChris Lucas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Founder of Ompractice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"If you're looking for authenticity—a woman, a teacher, and a friend, through her powerful words, who is truly herself and is flawed, beautiful inside and out, and fan-freaking-tastic—look no further. \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003ci\u003e and its author, Leah Cullis, are simply the real deal.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBethany Lyons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder and CEO of Lyons Den Power Yoga in New York City\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Leah is not only a guiding light for students but for teachers as well. Leah teaches from the heart with thoughtfulness and clear intention. She possesses the unique ability to take anyone she is leading to a higher level physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Those who are seeking to develop strength, focus, balance, and purpose in yoga, as well as all areas of life, will find this book, \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit\u003ci\u003e, to be a must-have.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRandi Marks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntuitive Healer and Spiritual Teacher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I have known Leah Cullis, an inspirational human and yoga teacher, for many years. \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Sweat, Strength, and Spirit \u003ci\u003eis full of insight from her years of dedicated practice and understanding of the yoga pathway, from the physical experience of yoga and asana to the spiritual component that is so essential in today’s world. Cullis sheds a new light on how to embody the practice and apply its teachings to life in the modern world.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicole Tsong\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit for Life Columnist for \u003ci\u003eThe Seattle Times \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eYoga for Hikers \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eYoga for Climbers \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoard President of Yoga Behind Bars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I am constantly inspired by the heart, clarity, and depth of knowledge Leah consistently brings to her students and her life as a whole. Full of inspiration, practical wisdom, and teachings rooted in years of experience and personal application, \u003c\/i\u003ePower Yoga: Strength, Sweat, and Spirit \u003ci\u003ewill serve both inquisitive students and aspiring teachers as an approachable guide. A true teacher of teachers, Leah’s language is essential, her knowledge is palpable, and her teachings are both elevated and accessible.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKate Waitzkin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoga and Meditation Teacher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Down_Dog_Splits.jpg?v=1741368661\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Down_Dog_Splits.jpg?v=1741368661\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Opening_Sequence.jpg?v=1741368695\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Opening_Sequence.jpg?v=1741368695\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Pyramid_Pose.jpg?v=1741368730\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Pyramid_Pose.jpg?v=1741368730\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Leah Cullis","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":12337691131965,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/products\/d759b9403abe60332dd8cd9283eec579.jpg?v=1777470589"},{"product_id":"breathing-for-peak-performance","title":"Breathing for Peak Performance","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Most people give little thought to how they breathe—but if they want to have more energy, be more alert, and improve their exercise and sport performance, they should, says renowned author, dancer, and movement educator Eric Franklin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “Breathing is essential to our survival, it is necessary for energy production, and it is something we do about 20,000 times a day,” says Franklin, who has taught at various universities and ballets and coached world champions and Cirque du Soleil artists in his Franklin Method. “We stand to benefit if we improve our breathing.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In \u003ci\u003eBreathing for Peak Performance\u003c\/i\u003e, you will learn how to improve your own breathing and the breathing of those you coach and work with. This concise, heavily illustrated text will help you do the following: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Learn to improve your breathing function to benefit your health and improve your sport performance and daily living \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Understand the anatomy of breathing—all the muscles and joints involved and how they work together \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Practice 35 breathing exercises to improve functional breathing technique and performance in dance, yoga, and Pilates \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Study and train the vital muscle of breathing—the diaphragm—grasping how it interacts with the abdominal muscles and other muscles associated with breathing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Comprehend the function and movement of the rib cage as it pertains to breathing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Integrate all the elements involved in breathing, including the lungs and inner organs, for optimal breathing function \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “The ideas and exercises in this book are tried and tested over 30 years of teaching, and they have been used by dancers, yoga practitioners, Pilates instructors, actors, vocal coaches, singing coaches, physiotherapists, swimmers, runners, and many others,” says Franklin. “When you perform the exercises, you will feel more energetic, focused, and relaxed. You will also gain an understanding of how to integrate imagery into your breathing practice.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Franklin presents the exercises—many accompanied by full-color illustrations—through his famed Franklin Method, which combines movement, imagery, and touch. His method helps practitioners relearn, in this case, correct breathing procedure to maximize breathing function. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “To improve your breathing or to coach someone who needs to improve, first you need that solid understanding of anatomy,” Franklin says. “And you need to understand the habits that can hinder efficient breathing—tension, poor posture, and negative thinking, among others.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Franklin presents a recommended daily practice at the end of the book, which is ideal for individuals, professionals, coaches, practitioners, and students of dance, yoga, and Pilates. His detailed description of the anatomy, his presentation of the exercises, and his ability to integrate this information and make it very practical through his Franklin Method make this text an important reference for those who are looking to reach their peak performance in sport and in life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Dance instructors and practitioners as well as students of dance, yoga, and Pilates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEric Franklin\u003c\/b\u003e is director and founder of the Institute for Franklin Method in Wetzikon, Switzerland. He has more than 35 years of experience as a dancer and choreographer, and he has shared imagery techniques in his teaching since 1986. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Franklin has taught extensively throughout the United States and Europe at the Juilliard School in New York, Royal Ballet School in London, Danish Ballet in Copenhagen, Dance Academy of Rome, and Institute for Psychomotor Therapy in Zurich. He was also a guest lecturer at the University of Vienna. He has provided training to Olympic and world-champion athletes and professional dance troupes such as Cirque du Soleil and the Forum de Dance in Monte Carlo. Franklin earned a BFA degree from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and a BS degree from the University of Zurich. He has been on the faculty of the American Dance Festival since 1991. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Franklin is coauthor of the best-selling book \u003ci\u003eBreakdance\u003c\/i\u003e, which received a New York City Public Library Prize in 1984, and author of \u003ci\u003e100 Ideen für Beweglichkeit \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eDance Imagery for Technique and Performance \u003c\/i\u003e(both books about imagery in dance and movement). He is a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Franklin lives near Zurich, Switzerland. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/how-your-upper-body-is-designed-for-breathing\"\u003eHow your upper body is designed for breathing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/strengthening-and-stretching-routine-for-the-diaphragm\"\u003eStrengthening and Stretching Routine for the Diaphragm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/visualize-lung-movement-to-improve-your-breathing\"\u003eVisualize lung movement to improve your breathing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Eric Franklin","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":13030924746813,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/5b792b2419526ba70e0366f75b7a1afa_eef273fb-1573-40b7-88aa-ace380d9c313.jpg?v=1777335437"},{"product_id":"teaching-power-yoga-for-sports","title":"Teaching Power Yoga for Sports","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eShow your athletes how yoga can propel their performance to the next level. \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTeaching Power Yoga for Sports\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e prepares you to develop and teach yoga programs that are directly relatable to specific sports and player positions, resulting in more resilient athletes who consistently compete at the top of their game. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Gwen Lawrence shares her approach, developed through years of work with sports’ top professional teams; NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, and MLB coaches; and elite athletes. She takes into account the athlete’s training cycle, the position they play, and common movements and injuries in the sport. In this book, she offers detailed, easy-to-implement instruction on the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe and effective poses that complement common movements in sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoga routines, organized by sport and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to spot and fix posture and alignment imbalances before injury occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNine restorative sequences to facilitate recovery and long-term stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix facets of Power Yoga for Sports: balance, strength, flexibility, focus, breathing, and mental toughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMindfulness tools for developing focus, clarity, and determination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExclusive to this book are invaluable sport-specific sequences for athletes participating in a range of sports: football, soccer, basketball, baseball and softball, hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, wrestling, golf, tennis and racket sports, skiing, swimming, running, cycling, and mixed martial arts. For each sport, you’ll find the top five poses that most closely mimic that sport’s movements, along with accompanying images that compare each pose to an athlete in action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain valuable teaching and coaching skills you can immediately put into practice with your athletes. Learn to train the whole body and mind with powerful yoga poses, breathing techniques, and mental focus activities. With \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTeaching Power Yoga for Sports\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e you will develop balance, strength, flexibility, and performance in your athletes and help them thrive in a long and successful sporting career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Strength and conditioning coaches, personal trainers, sport coaches, yoga instructors, and physical education teachers; also a reference for athletes, particularly those who engage in power sports. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eWhy Athletes Need Power Yoga \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eAnatomy, Alignment, and Assessment \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eMindfulness Tools \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eMaximize Your Yoga Practice \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eStanding Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eSeated Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eFloor Poses and Inversions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eSport-Specific Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-Use Yoga Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Restorative Sequences \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGwen Lawrence, BS LMT E-RYT500, \u003c\/b\u003ehas been the team yoga coach for a number of professional sport teams, including the New York Giants, New York Knicks, New York Yankees, NYCFC, New York Redbulls, and New York Rangers. She is also an adjunct professor at Manhattanville College. She has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years and is an entrepreneur, business owner, massage therapist, yoga school owner, curriculum writer, speaker, yoga coach, author, and video producer. She earned her bachelor of science degree in art and dance, and she is a licensed massage therapist, registered yoga teacher, and registered yoga therapist. She is a member of the Yoga Teachers Association and Yoga Alliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLawrence has been influential in gaining acceptance of yoga as an integral part of athlete training in the world of professional sports. She developed the Power Yoga for Sports program™ over a decade ago, and it was named Best Sports Medicine Innovation by \u003ci\u003eESPN Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e. She created and teaches mindfulness programming (The Way of the Mindful Athlete); clients of the course include the coaches and players from the New York Giants and New York Knicks, New York state teachers, NCAA college athletes, and elite high school athletes. Another project close to her heart is her commitment to working with military veterans and helping them cope with PTSD and ease reentry into civilian life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLawrence has presented training workshops in more than 18 countries and 28 states. She is an official spokesperson for Gaia TV, a two-time ambassador for Lululemon, and ambassador for Kulae, Prismsport, and Torq-King. Her writing has appeared in \u003ci\u003eMen's Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWomen's Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFitness Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eDetails\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, as well as on Shape.com, ESPN.com, and ESPNW.com, where she also serves a monthly contributor. She makes regular appearances on NBC’s \u003ci\u003eToday \u003c\/i\u003eshow, \u003ci\u003eThe Dr. Oz Show\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGood Day New York\u003c\/i\u003e, and many TV news and national radio shows, and she is cohost of her own show, \u003ci\u003eThe Better Man Show\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Gwen Lawrence led my players in yoga exercise for 12 years. She is a highly motivated individual who has the tremendous skill of applying the principles of yoga to meet the specific needs of athletes. Her creativity and knowledge of yoga enabled her to provide exercises that worked around a player’s physical limitations. Many professional athletes have a history of injuries that limit them from bending their bodies in certain positions. Whether it was an arthritic knee or an ailing back, Gwen was able to manipulate an exercise so that the athlete was able to benefit from the movement.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Coughlin, \u003c\/b\u003eFormer Head Coach of the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I really loved my five years of yoga sessions with Gwen Lawrence. She is a great teacher and helps you achieve whatever goals you set. She is always positive and in a great mood, which makes her sessions that much better!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrince Amukamara, \u003c\/b\u003eCornerback for the Chicago Bears \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I feel that I get the most benefits from Gwen Lawrence’s yoga as part of my recovery routine, with her restorative postgame yoga. I find my soreness reduced, and I gain flexibility and feel ready for the week ahead!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKerry Wynn, \u003c\/b\u003eDefensive End for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I have been doing yoga with Gwen Lawrence for the past six years, and I find it to be a necessary part of my training routine. Gwen takes her time to guide each of us through every one of the positions, thoroughly explaining the importance of each stretch. Gwen is personable and knowledgeable, and she brings a gentle spirit to each class.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMark Herzlich,\u003c\/b\u003e Linebacker for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Since coming to the New York Giants, working with Gwen Lawrence has been a great addition for me in my training and recovery routines. Her yoga sessions allow me to set aside time to focus solely on improving flexibility, strength, and power-through movements designed perfectly for football players.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRyan Nassib, \u003c\/b\u003eFormer Quarterback for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The fact that Gwen knows the sports—she takes the time to get to know the different positions and the different needs of the specific athlete she’s working with. And I think that’s what sets Power Yoga for Sports apart. . . . It’s just one of those things that I gotta incorporate into my life every day.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmani Toomer,\u003c\/b\u003e Former Wide Receiver for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Yankees have utilized Gwen Lawrence’s services as an alternative way of improving the core stabilization program of our players through her system of Power Yoga for Sports. I have found her to be extremely professional and look forward to working with her more.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrian Cashman,\u003c\/b\u003e Senior Vice President and General Manager for the New York Yankees \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“We have been clients of Gwen Lawrence’s for 12 years and cannot give her a stronger recommendation. She has given us a tremendous boost in taking care of our various aches and pains and sports injuries over the years.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoy and Regis Philbin,\u003c\/b\u003e Television Personalities \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Gwen has been the yoga coach for the New York Giants all of the years I’ve been in the franchise. Our players flock to her sessions to improve their flexibility, balance, and breathing awareness. She has had a tremendous impact on our performance enhancement.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill Sheridan,\u003c\/b\u003e Current Linebacker Coach for the Detroit Lions, Linebacker Coach for Boston College, and Former Assistant Coach of the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Gwen is great; she ALWAYS makes you feel like you can do it!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoda Kotb, \u003c\/b\u003eTelevision Personality \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I have worked with Gwen for only a couple of months and I have recognized tremendous gains in my flexibility, core strength, and balance, which are essential to staying healthy and explosive. I consider myself lucky to have learned as much from Gwen as I have in such a short time.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKevin Boothe,\u003c\/b\u003e Former Offensive Guard for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I had some unusual thoughts and preconceived notions about what yoga was really going to be, and she kinda wiped those totally out . . . I really felt like it was going to be breathing and light stretching, but nothing could have been further from the truth.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShaun O’Hara, \u003c\/b\u003eNFL Analyst and Former Offensive Lineman for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“My mom tried to get me to practice yoga for a long time before she found Power Yoga for Baseball online. I was 14 the first time I did it, and as a senior in high school I was using the DVD a few times a week. Now I use it at least three days a week as a professional. I believe it has helped me with my flexibility, obviously, but also with my focus and ability to calm myself down if I need to, and with my balance. It’s a great addition to my strength training. I am so glad to have found these DVDs because I am not sure I would have been open-minded enough to really give yoga a chance if I had to do my mom’s videos or take regular yoga classes. Power Yoga for Baseball is the perfect way to introduce athletes to the benefits of yoga.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDante Bichette Jr.,\u003c\/b\u003e New York Yankees First Pick in the 2011 MLB Draft \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Gwen Lawrence has been a personal friend of mine for over 10 years. She has developed a unique profession that combines the best from the worlds of yoga and massage therapy. She combines conventional stretching and strength and balance training with the teachings of mental discipline and breath awareness—all of which are so vital in the world of professional athletics.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrank Gifford,\u003c\/b\u003e NFL Hall of Famer \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“She conducts class with tremendous professionalism and makes it challenging to the athletes. She relates very well to our players and commands their respect. I believe that Gwen is an outstanding yoga coach who provides a valuable experience for those athletes who consistently participate in her class.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJerry Palmieri, \u003c\/b\u003eStrength and Conditioning Coach for the New York Giants \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I’m a triathlete. The swimmming part was the hardest for me because my technique wasn’t very good. Then I met Gwen Lawrence and her innovative method, Power Yoga for Sports. Since then, I’ve gotten more flexibility and I improved my swimming technique, becoming faster and breaking my personal records! Thank you very much, Gwen.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGabriel Ruivo, \u003c\/b\u003eTriathlete from Portugal \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“It is vital for the team and the player to have this skill: to be able to divorce themselves from what just happened to them, like a referee’s bad call or issues with an opponent. You must be able to center yourself again.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhil Jackson,\u003c\/b\u003e Former NBA Coach and Basketball Hall of Famer \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/alignment-in-power-yoga\"\u003eAlignment in power yoga\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/power-yoga-poses-for-golfers\"\u003ePower yoga poses for golfers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/six-facets-of-the-power-yoga-for-sports-system\"\u003eSix facets of the Power Yoga for Sports system\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Gwen Lawrence","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":13031398604861,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/4e55bc7c8bf4dceef37eebe86fd65c26_b5cde0e6-a790-44d2-acaf-ac8a8bb99ccb.jpg?v=1780412675"},{"product_id":"pilates-and-conditioning-for-athletes","title":"Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGain the competitive edge with the innovative training methods in \u003ci\u003ePilates and Conditioning for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e This science-based, multidimensional approach to athletic conditioning helps you build a strong and flexible foundation by infusing Pilates into training, resulting in complete training programs that tap into the seven pillars of training needed for success:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with proven assessment protocols that have helped elite and professional athletes reach the pinnacle of their careers and remain there. Evaluate your movement patterns, range of motion, strength base, flexibility, and core strength to determine your baseline and guide your selection of exercises and sequences to turn weaknesses into strengths.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen follow detailed instructions for 124 Pilates mat and traditional conditioning exercises to strengthen your core, improve your posture, increase flexibility, and correct muscle imbalances. You will learn the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathing exercises to increase lung capacity and reduce stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStretching routines to open your hips, hamstrings, and back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint articulation to improve range of motion and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResistance training for strength and power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedicine ball training for working in diagonal and transverse planes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dynamic warm-up series to begin each training session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can take the confusion out of your training plan by adding one or more of the 19 foundational, intermediate, and sport-specific workouts to help you achieve your performance goals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuccessful athletes never leave their training to chance: Every workout is planned, every exercise is done for a specific reason, and each movement and program builds upon the previous one. Whether you are a weekend warrior, a college or professional athlete, or a 70-year-old triathlete, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePilates and Conditioning for Athletes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e will help you incorporate Pilates training to become a stronger, faster, healthier, and better-equipped athlete. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eAthletes, strength coaches, and professional trainers looking to enhance athletic performance and overall conditioning with innovative training methods such as Pilates.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart I. Pilates Conditioning for Your Body\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eFunctional Philosophy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eGoal Setting, Primary Assessment, and Visualization\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eDaily Movements That Enhance Performance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eMovement Prep: Dynamic Warm-Up\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II. Foundational Movement\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003ePilates Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eTraining With Medicine Ball and Resistance Bands\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eFundamental Strength Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III. Pick Your Program\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eFoundational Workouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eIntermediate, Advanced, and Sport-Specific Workouts\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAmy Lademann, PMA-CPT, \u003c\/b\u003eand her husband, Rick, are the founders of Beyond Motion, a state-of-the-art performance facility in Naples, Florida. Beyond Motion is designed to combine the worlds of athlete performance and Pilates. Since 2009 Amy and Rick have been recognized as leaders in the industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Amy danced as a child. At 16 she began her fitness career by becoming certified in aerobics and step aerobics. Her passion for fitness fueled her quest for knowledge, and throughout the next two decades she completed instructor training in the Nia Technique, Bellatone, Barre, Zumba (and other dance fitness programs), and yoga. Unfortunately, Amy developed very severe sciatica and back issues. After trying everything to alleviate her discomfort, she discovered Pilates and was instantly hooked: Pilates was the one thing that finally helped heal her pain. She began her Pilates career with Polestar in 2001 and continued her education in a variety of contemporary Pilates methods, including instructor training in MOTR and Bodhi through Balanced Body. In 2016 Amy partnered with the esteemed Pilates Education Institute to create Beyond Motion’s comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program. She has been nicknamed \u003ci\u003ethe Teacher’s Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e by her students.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In 2017 Amy competed in her first figure and bikini competitions through the National Gym Association (NGA), a drug-free bodybuilding organization. At her first competition, she won first place in Figure Debut (first-time competitors), Figure Masters (competitors over 35 years old), and Figure Open (every age and level), and she won second place in Bikini Open. She also earned her pro card (meaning she can compete at the professional level) in figure competitions. In 2018 she competed again on an even larger stage and earned second place and third place in her divisions. Striving to improve herself is just as important to Amy now as it was when she began all those years ago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRick Lademann\u003c\/b\u003e began working for Al Vermeil and the world champion Chicago Bulls while in his 20s. After three years, he headed to Colorado Springs, where he worked for USA Weightlifting under the care of former Romanian Olympic weightlifter Dragomir Cioroslan. Rick lived on the United States Olympic Training Center campus for two years and was instrumental in developing the junior squad and programming volume numbers for our Olympic athletes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He then further expanded his career when he went to the U.S. Air Force Academy, also in Colorado, to assist the football team with their speed and strength program. During this time, he also worked with the USA Figure Skating team in Colorado Springs.\u003cbr\u003e Next, Rick worked with internationally recognized orthopedic surgeons at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic as the strength and conditioning consultant. At the clinic Rick handled post physical therapy on their professional athletes, including the Colorado Rockies players. This led to the opportunity to become the primary performance coach for baseball player Larry Walker, the only Rockies player to ever win the National League MVP award. Even famed sportswriter Ken Rosenthal noticed a change in Walker’s performance after Rick began his work, stating that the program Rick created made such a difference in Walker’s performance that it was evident from the start of spring training.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Rick then served as the strength coach at the University of California at Berkley, where he was instrumental in helping the rugby team win a national championship in 2003. In addition to rugby, Rick served the men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and basketball teams.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“I am so fortunate to have found Rick and Amy Lademann. Their extensive knowledge of Pilates and strength and conditioning has helped me achieve and maintain peak performance throughout my career. Without their training programs, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Chris Sale,\u003c\/b\u003e Pitcher for the Boston Red Sox\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Today’s athletes are looking for ways to develop optimal performance and longevity in their careers, and Pilates has become an important tool in that development. \u003c\/i\u003ePilates and Conditioning for Athletes \u003ci\u003eis a must read for those looking to take their workouts into the future of athletic conditioning.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jeff Smith,\u003c\/b\u003e First-Base Coach for the Minnesota Twins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The hardest thing for an athlete to find in the weight room every day is the desire to train. Rick Lademann and the Beyond Motion team create a fun and seriously detailed work environment, which made me want to be there and work even harder. Rick is one of the best strength coaches in the country, which is why so many world-class athletes seek him out for their off-season training programs. Having the book\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes\u003ci\u003e is just like having him as your personal coach.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bronson Arroyo,\u003c\/b\u003e Former MLB Pitcher, MLB All-Star\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Rick Lademann has dedicated his life to coaching and developing professional athletes. He is the best I have ever seen at applying knowledge of how the body works to a specific sport. There’s no team I would trust more than Rick and Amy Lademann to prepare me for a healthy, successful season.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Collin Cowgill, \u003c\/b\u003eOutfielder for the Philadelphia Phillies\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/lateral-skip-with-rotation-exercise\"\u003eLateral skip with rotation exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pilates-principles-and-the-seven-pillars\"\u003ePilates principles and the seven pillars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/relationship-between-pilates-and-resistance-training\"\u003eRelationship between Pilates and resistance training\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/single-leg-stretch-exercise\"\u003eSingle-leg stretch exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Amy Lademann,Rick Lademann","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":13049472286781,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/15dd864824c8207ed75a82eabfaceca0_c4af3a42-d08c-4236-9aa0-f177de8381b8.jpg?v=1780410673"},{"product_id":"your-strong-sexy-pregnancy","title":"Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeel confident and capable as a mom-to-be with \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy: A Yoga and Fitness Plan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. Desi Bartlett, founder of the popular Mothers Into Living Fit program, guides you through your pregnancy. You will feel great in your own body, have the strength to deliver your baby, and recover quickly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the 3 + 1 Total Body Fitness philosophy, Bartlett combines yoga, resistance training, cardiovascular training, and nutrition. The emphasis on yoga improves posture, increases flexibility, and relieves low back pain and tension throughout your body. You’ll discover the techniques to nurture your mental well-being, allowing you to manage the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy and motherhood. You’ll find a plan for each stage of pregnancy and postpartum recovery, as well as the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 100 exercises and yoga poses with appropriate safety guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 ready-to-use practices for various stages of pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesi’s quick tips and advice, including features like Mommy Move, Information No One Tells You, Love-Your-Baby Visualization, and Fun Foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA truly fit, confident mom is created from the inside out. Let \u003ci\u003eYour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy\u003c\/i\u003e teach you how to prioritize your health and happiness, Cultivate your inner power and be a fierce, strong, sexy mom!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePregnant women, women who have recently been pregnant, and fitness professionals who coach pregnant clients.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Plan for a Strong Pregnancy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Strong Is the New Skinny \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive fit from the inside out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the secret of a strong core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecome strong and sexy throughout your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Three Plus One Total Body Fitness \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse various forms of movement to create your total body fitness program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine yoga, resistance training, cardio, and nutrition for a healthy pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eMama Knows Best \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect with your body and become fully present in your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse meditation to bond with your baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivate an awareness of your own and your baby’s needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Prepare for Birth and Beyond\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eFirst Trimester: Increase Endurance \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how exercise can carry you through your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse yoga, meditation, and cross-training to fight off fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eSecond Trimester: Build Strength \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet strong for the rest of your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a rhythm and establish a regular exercise routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eThird Trimester: Prepare to Push \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about the power of the pelvic floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrain your pelvic floor muscles for labor, delivery, and recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eHappy Birth Day! \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse your body and mind to be present and aware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a birth plan to prepare and eliminate fear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Practices for Recovery and Results\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eNew Mama Recovery Workout \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate gentle moves and practices into your new life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen and tone your abdomen and pelvic floor after giving birth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Mommy and Me \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercise with your baby to strengthen your bond and both your bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to hold your baby properly during exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10. \u003c\/b\u003eBelly Blaster Series \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry deep core work to redefine your abdominal area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse core exercise to gain the functional strength needed to care for your baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Self-Care for Moms \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake care for yourself so you can better care for your baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a daily routine that includes proper sleep and exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eInsights for Moms Over 40 \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe aware of the unique challenges of being a mom over 40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen and tone your body to combat loss of muscle mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesi Bartlett, MS, CPT, E-RYT,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching health and wellness for over 20 years. She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought after international presenter and spokesperson. Her teaching approach taps into one’s inner joy and makes movement an outer expression of that state.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Originally from Chicago, Bartlett earned a degree in kinesiology, with a minor in dance, and a master’s degree in corporate fitness. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, pre- and postnatal fitness, and group fitness. She is a continuing education provider through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers. She has worked with the U.S. Navy and with several large companies, including Manduka, Gaiam, Equinox, and Mattel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bartlett has worked with several celebrity moms in Los Angeles, including Alicia Silverstone and Kate Hudson. Her inspiring and unique classes have been featured on networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. She is passionate about communicating her message of the joy of movement with people all over the world, and her DVDs are distributed in the United States, Latin America, and Europe. She currently stars in eight yoga, fitness, and dance DVDs, including \u003ci\u003eBetter Belly Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLatin Groove\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Tone\u003c\/i\u003e. She has a diverse background in many areas of fitness and yoga and has worked as a product director for Gaiam and as the group fitness manager for Equinox Santa Monica, and she created a new round yoga mat for Manduka. She is currently a Manduka ambassador and their director of community events.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“Professional, passionate, and patient, Desi Bartlett is the total package.\u003c\/i\u003e Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy \u003ci\u003ewill give expecting mothers and new mothers alike the peace of mind, body, and spirit they need for years to come!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Liz Vaccariello, \u003c\/b\u003eEditor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eParents\u003c\/i\u003e Magazine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Desi Bartlett’s commitment to empowering women throughout their pregnancies is reflected on each page of this book. Mothers everywhere will benefit from her compassionate advice, the intelligent sequencing, and her ability to blend the ancient practice of yoga with modern-day fitness principles. A wonderful gift for all expecting women and new moms.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mike Soenen, \u003c\/b\u003eCEO of Manduka\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As an ob-gyn, it is the biggest honor and joy to be able to observe and accompany the patient’s transition from pregnancy to becoming a mom. As a mom, giving birth was the most amazing experience ever. I never thought my body had that much strength and power in a moment. When I was more than exhausted, my body knew exactly what to do. Thanks to Desi and her prenatal yoga class, I learned to focus on my body, to trust and believe in its strength and power, and to keep on breathing calmly in the biggest pain. Thank you, Desi! I can’t put it into words how much you helped us.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Conny Fendler, MD, \u003c\/b\u003eObstetrics and Gynecology Physician\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“It is not an exaggeration to say that Desi Bartlett is my role model. She's one of those women who seems to have it all together—her family, her kids, her attitude, her body. Yet she's relentlessly positive and will do anything to uplift the people around her. Desi's secret to success is her yoga practice. In \u003c\/i\u003eYour Strong Sexy Pregnancy: A Yoga and Fitness Plan\u003ci\u003e, you get Desi's fitness plan to give you the tools to thrive during pregnancy. Desi offers advice that is accessible, yoga sequences for every body, and the practical kind of information that is road-tested—or, well, mat-tested. Become your own best role model by following Desi's yoga and fitness plan for better health and vitality for pregnancy and beyond.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Felicia Tomasko, RN,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eLA Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBoston Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, and President of Bliss Network\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Desi Bartlett gave me one of the most beautiful gifts during my pregnancy. She coached me using her yoga expertise, and brought me on a spiritual journey that connected me to my little girl as she grew inside. I love this woman!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kate Hudson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I had the distinct pleasure of working with Desi at Gaiam, where she innovated new concepts for fitness and yoga equipment. Desi has the innate ability to distill complex information into relatable and approachable methodologies. 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Since 2009 she has worked with the Baptiste Institute and her teacher, world-renowned yogi and best-selling author Baron Baptiste, to design and deliver transformational power yoga programs. She has also studied under Jonny Kest and Lama Marut. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cullis lives and teaches in Austin, Texas. She leads yoga teacher trainings, workshops, and classes at Wanderlust Yoga. She is the creator and leader of Pillars of Power Yoga, \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e’s award-winning online course. She is a regular contributor to and has been featured on the cover of \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cullis is an all-star teacher with DoYouYoga.com, where she has created the Ultimate Guide to Power Yoga program and a free power yoga challenge that has been joined by over 20,000 participants from around the world. She has been featured in \u003ci\u003eMantra\u003c\/i\u003e Magazine, ElephantJournal.com, and MindBodyGreen.com. 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With \u003ci\u003eTeaching Power Yoga for Sports\u003c\/i\u003e you will develop balance, strength, flexibility, and performance in your athletes and help them thrive in a long and successful sporting career. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Strength and conditioning coaches, personal trainers, sport coaches, yoga instructors, and physical education teachers; also a reference for athletes, particularly those who engage in power sports. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGwen Lawrence, LMT, \u003c\/b\u003ehas been the team yoga coach for a number of professional sport teams, including the New York Giants, New York Knicks, New York Yankees, NYCFC, New York Redbulls, and New York Rangers. She is also an adjunct professor at Manhattanville College. She has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years and is an entrepreneur, business owner, massage therapist, yoga school owner, curriculum writer, speaker, yoga coach, author, and video producer. She earned her bachelor of science degree in art and dance, and she is a licensed massage therapist, registered yoga teacher, and registered yoga therapist. She is a member of the Yoga Teachers Association and Yoga Alliance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lawrence has been influential in gaining acceptance of yoga as an integral part of athlete training in the world of professional sports. She developed the Power Yoga for Sports program™ over a decade ago, and it was named Best Sports Medicine Innovation by \u003ci\u003eESPN Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e. She created and teaches mindfulness programming (The Way of the Mindful Athlete); clients of the course include the coaches and players from the New York Giants and New York Knicks, New York state teachers, NCAA college athletes, and elite high school athletes. Another project close to her heart is her commitment to working with military veterans and helping them cope with PTSD and ease reentry into civilian life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lawrence has presented training workshops in more than 18 countries and 28 states. She is an official spokesperson for Gaia TV, a two-time ambassador for Lululemon, and ambassador for Kulae, Prismsport, and Torq-King. Her writing has appeared in \u003ci\u003eMen's Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWomen's Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFitness Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eDetails\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, as well as on Shape.com, ESPN.com, and ESPNW.com, where she also serves a monthly contributor. She makes regular appearances on NBC’s \u003ci\u003eToday \u003c\/i\u003eshow, \u003ci\u003eThe Dr. Oz Show\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGood Day New York\u003c\/i\u003e, and many TV news and national radio shows, and she is cohost of her own show, \u003ci\u003eThe Better Man Show\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/alignment-in-power-yoga\"\u003eAlignment in power yoga\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/power-yoga-poses-for-golfers\"\u003ePower yoga poses for golfers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/six-facets-of-the-power-yoga-for-sports-system\"\u003eSix facets of the Power Yoga for Sports system\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Gwen Lawrence","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14048335986749,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/ffdd096325a46b3fcbae78ba4ebe1a6b_6b155a97-4612-41cc-92d3-0bf81215d094.jpg?v=1779895489"},{"product_id":"fusion-workouts-pdf","title":"Fusion Workouts PDF","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-bonuscontent\" id=\"display-bonuscontent\"\u003eBonus Content\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Combine fitness, Pilates, yoga, and barre, and what do you get? An incredible workout that will engage you, challenge you, and change the way you exercise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Welcome to \u003ci\u003eFusion Workouts: Fitness, Yoga, Pilates, and Barre\u003c\/i\u003e, the program shaped around your preferences, needs, and goals. You’ll discover an approach combining four disciplines that will help you gain strength, muscle definition, flexibility, balance, and overall mind–body health. \u003ci\u003eFusion Workouts\u003c\/i\u003e guides you through a five-step system accounting for your fitness level, goals, time available, activity preferences, and more. Then select from 15 ready-to-follow workouts, or mix it up and create your own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e You’ll find more than 100 exercises and poses along with easy-to-follow guidelines for sequencing them for maximum efficiency, effectiveness, and enjoyment. More Pilates and yoga with less barre? Less yoga and more fitness? No problem. This is your workout! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I Foundation of Fusion Workouts\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 What Are Fusion Workouts?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Benefits of Fusion Workouts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Principles of Fusion Workouts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Fusion Five-Step System \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Getting Started\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Understanding Core Conditioning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Preparing for Your Fusion Workout \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Gathering Equipment \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Practicing Safely \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Mindfulness and Intention\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Connecting Thought With Positive Action \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Employing Mindful Practices \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Setting An Intention \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II Fusion Exercises\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Warming Up\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Kneeling \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Planking \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Standing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Sun Salutation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 Standing Strength, Balance, and Flexibility Exercises \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Squat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lunge \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Single-Leg Balance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 Floor Strength, Balance, and Flexibility Exercises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Plank \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tabletop \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Front-Lying Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tall Seated Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Side-Lying Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Abdominal Brace Position \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Shoulder Bridge \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Calming and Restorative Exercises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Forward Bends \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Twists \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Hip Releases \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chest Releases \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Side Bends \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Soothing Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III Fusion Workout System\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Fusion Workouts by Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Begin \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Evolve \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Challenge \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 Fusion Workouts by Time\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 20 Minutes \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 40 Minutes \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 60 Minutes \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 Fusion Workouts by Purpose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Core Conditioning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Full-Body Conditioning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lower-Body Conditioning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Upper-Body Conditioning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Restoration and Relaxation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11 Fusion Workouts by Activity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Athlete \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Barre \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Pilates Core \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Yoga-Pilates Blend \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHelen Vanderburg, BPE\u003c\/b\u003e, is owner of Heavens Elevated Fitness, Yoga and Spin Studio and the creator and program developer of Fusion Fitness Training. With a career in fitness beginning in 1982 and experience as a group fitness instructor, yoga teacher, Pilates teacher, personal trainer, and educator, she is an innovator in the fitness industry. She has taught and trained instructors on fusion exercise and Fusion Fitness Training since 2000. Vanderburg is a highly respected leader and conference speaker at regional, national, and international events, presenting at more than 20 conferences annually. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Vanderburg holds a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology physical education and is certified in yoga, Pilates, TRX, ACE group fitness, and several CanFitPro fitness disciplines. She has received numerous industry awards, including the IDEA Instructor of the Year in 2005 and CanFitPro Presenter of the Year in 1996, 2006, 2013, and 2015. She’s also a consultant, education developer, and spokesperson for some of the world’s most influential fitness companies, including Schwinn Cycling, BOSU, and Total Gym. Vanderburg has been a fitness columnist for numerous magazines and newspapers, including \u003ci\u003eFitness, Self, Chatelaine, Flare\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eCalgary Herald\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Vanderburg has a lifelong passion for fitness and sport. In 1973 she became Canada’s junior champion in synchronized swimming. At the 1978 World Aquatics Championships in Berlin she won the gold medal in both the solo and duet categories. In 1978 and 1979 she received the Elaine Tanner Trophy and in 1979 she was named Canadian Female Athlete of the Year. Because of the Canadian boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow, she was unable to compete in the first Olympic Games to include synchronized swimming. She was inducted into the Canada Sports Hall of Fame in 1983 and the International Swimming Hall of Fame in 1985. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Vanderburg lives in Calgary, Alberta. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Helen Vanderburg is one of the world’s leading fitness instructors and educators and has turned her lifelong passion for health and fitness into creating a fitness program that works for all ages and fitness levels. \u003c\/i\u003eFusion Workouts\u003ci\u003e is simple to follow and highly effective, combining the best of fitness, Pilates, yoga, and barre into dozens of sequences. It’s a must-have for a fun, practical, and easy-to-use workout program.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJay Blahnik-- \u003c\/b\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eFull-Body Flexibility\u003c\/i\u003e and Fitness Instructor of the Year for IDEA, canfitpro, and FILEX \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As an international presenter, trainer, and leader in the field of fitness and exercise, Helen Vanderburg has educated and trained thousands of professionals and consumers alike. Her engaging teaching style and genuine passion to help people get fit and healthy make \u003c\/i\u003eFusion Workouts\u003ci\u003e a must-read for everyone looking for easy-to-follow workouts.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaureen (Mo) Hagan, BScPT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e-- \u003c\/i\u003eCertified Fitness Professional, Vice President of Fitness Innovation for GoodLife Fitness, Education and Events Director for canfitpro \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/connecting-thought-with-positive-action\"\u003eConnecting Thought With Positive Action\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/squat\"\u003eSquat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stress-and-weight-gain\"\u003eStress and Weight Gain\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-bonuscontent\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs sampleContentArticle\" href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-overcome-the-three-biggest-barriers-to-exercise\"\u003eHow To Overcome The Three Biggest Barriers To Exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabBonusContent--\u003e","brand":"Helen Vanderburg","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14048359088189,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/0bf60c3c90e719e5221971b73f10c082_1ed88df3-036b-4dfe-853c-f9a43e9cfee9.jpg?v=1779878483"},{"product_id":"pilates-and-conditioning-for-athletes-epub","title":"Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Gain the competitive edge with the innovative training methods in \u003ci\u003ePilates and Conditioning for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e. This science-based, multidimensional approach to athletic conditioning helps you build a strong and flexible foundation by infusing Pilates into training, resulting in complete training programs that tap into the seven pillars of training needed for success: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Agility \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Flexibility \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mobility \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Power \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Speed \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Stability \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Strength \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Begin with proven assessment protocols that have helped elite and professional athletes reach the pinnacle of their careers and remain there. Evaluate your movement patterns, range of motion, strength base, flexibility, and core strength to determine your baseline and guide your selection of exercises and sequences to turn weaknesses into strengths.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Then follow detailed instructions for 124 Pilates mat and traditional conditioning exercises to strengthen your core, improve your posture, increase flexibility, and correct muscle imbalances. You will learn the following: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Breathing exercises to increase lung capacity and reduce stress \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Stretching routines to open your hips, hamstrings, and back \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Joint articulation to improve range of motion and balance \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Resistance training for strength and power \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Medicine ball training for working in diagonal and transverse planes \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A dynamic warm-up series to begin each training session \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e You can take the confusion out of your training plan by adding one or more of the 19 foundational, intermediate, and sport-specific workouts to help you achieve your performance goals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Successful athletes never leave their training to chance: Every workout is planned, every exercise is done for a specific reason, and each movement and program builds upon the previous one. Whether you are a weekend warrior, a college or professional athlete, or a 70-year-old triathlete, \u003ci\u003ePilates and Conditioning for Athletes \u003c\/i\u003ewill help you incorporate Pilates training to become a stronger, faster, healthier, and better-equipped athlete.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units! \u003c\/b\u003eA continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eAthletes, strength coaches, and professional trainers looking to enhance athletic performance and overall conditioning with innovative training methods such as Pilates.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart I. Pilates Conditioning for Your Body\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eFunctional Philosophy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eGoal Setting, Primary Assessment, and Visualization\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eDaily Movements That Enhance Performance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eMovement Prep: Dynamic Warm-Up\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II. Foundational Movement\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003ePilates Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eTraining With Medicine Ball and Resistance Bands\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eFundamental Strength Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III. Pick Your Program\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eFoundational Workouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eIntermediate, Advanced, and Sport-Specific Workouts\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAmy Lademann, PMA-CPT, \u003c\/b\u003eand her husband, Rick, are the founders of Beyond Motion, a state-of-the-art performance facility in Naples, Florida. Beyond Motion is designed to combine the worlds of athlete performance and Pilates. Since 2009 Amy and Rick have been recognized as leaders in the industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Amy danced as a child. At 16 she began her fitness career by becoming certified in aerobics and step aerobics. Her passion for fitness fueled her quest for knowledge, and throughout the next two decades she completed instructor training in the Nia Technique, Bellatone, Barre, Zumba (and other dance fitness programs), and yoga. Unfortunately, Amy developed very severe sciatica and back issues. After trying everything to alleviate her discomfort, she discovered Pilates and was instantly hooked: Pilates was the one thing that finally helped heal her pain. She began her Pilates career with Polestar in 2001 and continued her education in a variety of contemporary Pilates methods, including instructor training in MOTR and Bodhi through Balanced Body. In 2016 Amy partnered with the esteemed Pilates Education Institute to create Beyond Motion’s comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program. She has been nicknamed \u003ci\u003ethe Teacher’s Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e by her students.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In 2017 Amy competed in her first figure and bikini competitions through the National Gym Association (NGA), a drug-free bodybuilding organization. At her first competition, she won first place in Figure Debut (first-time competitors), Figure Masters (competitors over 35 years old), and Figure Open (every age and level), and she won second place in Bikini Open. She also earned her pro card (meaning she can compete at the professional level) in figure competitions. In 2018 she competed again on an even larger stage and earned second place and third place in her divisions. Striving to improve herself is just as important to Amy now as it was when she began all those years ago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRick Lademann\u003c\/b\u003e began working for Al Vermeil and the world champion Chicago Bulls while in his 20s. After three years, he headed to Colorado Springs, where he worked for USA Weightlifting under the care of former Romanian Olympic weightlifter Dragomir Cioroslan. Rick lived on the United States Olympic Training Center campus for two years and was instrumental in developing the junior squad and programming volume numbers for our Olympic athletes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He then further expanded his career when he went to the U.S. Air Force Academy, also in Colorado, to assist the football team with their speed and strength program. During this time, he also worked with the USA Figure Skating team in Colorado Springs.\u003cbr\u003e Next, Rick worked with internationally recognized orthopedic surgeons at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic as the strength and conditioning consultant. At the clinic Rick handled post physical therapy on their professional athletes, including the Colorado Rockies players. This led to the opportunity to become the primary performance coach for baseball player Larry Walker, the only Rockies player to ever win the National League MVP award. Even famed sportswriter Ken Rosenthal noticed a change in Walker’s performance after Rick began his work, stating that the program Rick created made such a difference in Walker’s performance that it was evident from the start of spring training.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Rick then served as the strength coach at the University of California at Berkley, where he was instrumental in helping the rugby team win a national championship in 2003. In addition to rugby, Rick served the men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and basketball teams.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“I am so fortunate to have found Rick and Amy Lademann. Their extensive knowledge of Pilates and strength and conditioning has helped me achieve and maintain peak performance throughout my career. Without their training programs, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Chris Sale,\u003c\/b\u003e Pitcher for the Boston Red Sox\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Today’s athletes are looking for ways to develop optimal performance and longevity in their careers, and Pilates has become an important tool in that development. \u003c\/i\u003ePilates and Conditioning for Athletes \u003ci\u003eis a must read for those looking to take their workouts into the future of athletic conditioning.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jeff Smith,\u003c\/b\u003e First-Base Coach for the Minnesota Twins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The hardest thing for an athlete to find in the weight room every day is the desire to train. Rick Lademann and the Beyond Motion team create a fun and seriously detailed work environment, which made me want to be there and work even harder. Rick is one of the best strength coaches in the country, which is why so many world-class athletes seek him out for their off-season training programs. Having the book\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes\u003ci\u003e is just like having him as your personal coach.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bronson Arroyo,\u003c\/b\u003e Former MLB Pitcher, MLB All-Star\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Rick Lademann has dedicated his life to coaching and developing professional athletes. He is the best I have ever seen at applying knowledge of how the body works to a specific sport. There’s no team I would trust more than Rick and Amy Lademann to prepare me for a healthy, successful season.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Collin Cowgill, \u003c\/b\u003eOutfielder for the Philadelphia Phillies\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/lateral-skip-with-rotation-exercise\"\u003eLateral skip with rotation exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pilates-principles-and-the-seven-pillars\"\u003ePilates principles and the seven pillars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/relationship-between-pilates-and-resistance-training\"\u003eRelationship between Pilates and resistance training\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/single-leg-stretch-exercise\"\u003eSingle-leg stretch exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Amy Lademann,Rick Lademann","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14048388972605,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/55ac1854853a1d0a95d304633557e89e_9be818db-bcee-4805-9408-e64c85ced332.jpg?v=1779886652"},{"product_id":"yoga-for-athletes-pdf","title":"Yoga for Athletes PDF","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-bonuscontent\" id=\"display-bonuscontent\"\u003eBonus Content\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e From the gridiron to the hard court, today’s top athletes know the benefits of yoga. It’s why so many have made it an essential component in their training and conditioning programs. Now you can too with \u003ci\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Author and instructor Ryanne Cunningham has worked with some of the top names in sports. She’s helped keep some of the toughest NFL players on the field, and top endurance athletes run longer and stronger. Her step-by-step instruction, expert advice, and pose variations focus on active muscles and movements across sports such as these: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Football \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Soccer \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Running \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Swimming \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Cycling \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Tennis \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Golf \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Baseball and Softball \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Basketball \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga for Athletes \u003c\/i\u003eis designed for every athlete, from weekend enthusiast to professional. Using demonstrations of the physical poses, breathing, and guided visualization, you’ll improve performance, reduce the risk of injury, and maximize training results. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Your secret to improved strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and performance is \u003ci\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I: What Yoga Can Do for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga to Improve Your Performance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga Basics to Get Started \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Warm-Up Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II: Poses for Athletes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Finding Your Base: Hips \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Staying Loose in the Legs: Hamstrings and Quads \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Strong From Your Center: Spine and Core \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Power at the Top: Shoulders, Arms, and Neck \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Wake Up Those Critical Small Muscles: Balance Poses \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III: Sequences for Specific Sports and Activities\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eFootball: Different Stretches for Different Positions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Runners: Not Just Legs \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11. \u003c\/b\u003eSoccer Players: Bringing Balance to the Workout \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eBicyclists: Freeing Tight Hips and a Stressed Upper Body \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Baseball and Softball: Guard Those Joints \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Swimmers: Stretch Those Shoulders and Back \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Tennis: Quick Bursts of Motion \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16.\u003c\/b\u003e Basketball: Explosive Movement \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Golf: Lengthen and Rotate the Spine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18. \u003c\/b\u003eBringing Yoga to Power Workouts: Enhance Your Strength Building \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart IV: Putting It All Together: Breathe, Balance, and Stay in the Zone\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19.\u003c\/b\u003e Cool-Down and Meditation for Success: Get in the Zone! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20. \u003c\/b\u003eVisualize and Achieve \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRyanne Cunningham, RYT 200, RYT 500\u003c\/b\u003e, is a longtime resident of the Green Bay area. She operates Flow Yoga Studio, where she trains Green Bay Packers football players Randall Cobb, Tramon Williams, B.J. Raji, Jarrett Bush, Mike Neal, Andy Mulumba, and others as well as athletes from many other sports in both group and private yoga sessions. Cunningham obtained her 500-hour RYT Advanced Teacher Training certification in 2012 through a yoga center in Green Bay, where she has practiced and taught since 2002. She earned her 200-hour RYT in 2002 at Satchidananda Ashram in Buckingham, Virginia, and holds a Power Yoga for Sports certification. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Since 2002 Cunningham has owned and operated Advanced Massage Therapy. Her education in massage therapy covered topics such as human anatomy, biology, and kinesiology, which she uses in her yoga teachings and practices. She uses her personal experience in sports and fitness in teaching students proper stretching and alignment, which benefit all yoga students. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cunningham has been featured in numerous national and local publications, including \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, the\u003ci\u003e Milwaukee Journal Sentinel\u003c\/i\u003e, and\u003ci\u003e Mantra Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Ryanne’s approach to yoga has made a dramatic difference in how I move on and off the field. My muscles are looser, I recover more quickly, and I’m primed for game day.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRandall Cobb-- \u003c\/b\u003eWide Receiver, Green Bay Packers \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Since I’ve started working with Ryanne, my improved flexibility, balance, and core strength have benefitted my on-field performance and helped me avoid injury. \u003c\/i\u003eYoga for Athletes\u003ci\u003e offers you the same benefits!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael J. Neal II-- \u003c\/b\u003eLinebacker, Green Bay Packers \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Practicing yoga with Ryanne has help me enhance my athleticism, recovery, and focus so I can perform at a higher level during games. Through the practice of yoga I've found a part of the recipe for longevity in my profession.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTramon Williams-- \u003c\/b\u003eCornerback, Cleveland Browns \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I was intimidated by yoga because I felt that I wasn't flexible enough after a major ankle injury. Ryanne taught me about the connections between the mind and body, and her visualization and meditation techniques helped me boost my performance on and off the court. I will continue to practice and use those elements long after my athletic career ends.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeifer Sykes-- \u003c\/b\u003eAustin Spurs, NBA Development League \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“This book is well-rounded, conveying what works and why it works in a way that’s applicable to all kinds of people. Cunningham has deep knowledge of yoga and impressive experience training athletes (including Green Bay Packers players), but her wisdom is also broad, covering massage, physiology, and more. Clear photos make the positions easy to emulate, and they portray a range of body types, many of them men’s. More medical diagrams, such as those of muscle groups, offer deeper understanding to promote safety along with good results.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eForeword Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/build-your-core\"\u003eBuild Your Core\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/football-stretches-for-every-position\"\u003eFootball Stretches for Every Position\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/prevent-injuries\"\u003ePrevent Injuries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/soccer-bring-balance-to-the-workout\"\u003eSoccer: Bring Balance to the Workout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-bonuscontent\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs sampleContentArticle\" href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/six-reasons-why-athletes-should-do-yoga\"\u003eSix Reasons Why Athletes Should Do Yoga\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabBonusContent--\u003e","brand":"Ryanne Cunningham","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14048431996989,"sku":null,"price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/82465a54d099d1580e52d096cb1a676f_6f275ec8-5ae2-4969-b889-0858f47a071e.jpg?v=1779899541"},{"product_id":"tai-chi-illustrated-pdf","title":"Tai Chi Illustrated PDF","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-bonuscontent\" id=\"display-bonuscontent\"\u003eBonus Content\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Increase muscle strength, improve flexibility, and reduce pain and stiffness. Each year, millions of people worldwide discover the incredible physical and mental benefits of tai chi. Now, with \u003ci\u003eTai Chi Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e, you can, too. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Internationally renowned instructor Master Pixiang Qiu and mind–body exercise expert Weimo Zhu demonstrate the most effective forms for harnessing the healing power of chi, or energy. Follow their lead and improve balance and coordination, relieve stress, and reduce pain and muscle stiffness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTai Chi Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e is a step-by-step guide complete with detailed instructions and full-color photo sequences for the basic movements and popular forms, such as Grasp Sparrow’s Tail and Part the Wild Horse’s Mane. You will connect the forms to follow the yang-style sample routines, or create your own to address your health and fitness needs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Whether you are completely new to tai chi or have practiced for years, \u003ci\u003eTai Chi Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e will you be your guide to the path of better health and self-awareness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Tai Chi Basics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 1 Art and Practice of Tai Chi \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 2 Basic Posture \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 3 Basic Foot Movements \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 4 Basic Hand Forms and Movements \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 5 Basic Stances \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II Tai Chi Forms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 6 Forms for Cardiovascular Health \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 7 Forms for Stress Relief and Low-Back Health \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 8 Forms for Balance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 9 Forms for Coordination \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III Tai Chi Routines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 10 Six-Form Routine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 11 Twelve-Form Routine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 12 Basic Push Hands Routine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Pixiang Qiu\u003c\/b\u003e is director of the Chinese Wushu (martial arts) Research Center of Shanghai University of Sports. A veteran tai chi instructor, Qiu was named a national master of traditional exercise by the Chinese government. The International Wushu Federation also elected him the first international referee in 1990, named him as one of China’s famous wushu professors in 1995, and rated him as a Chinese wushu ninth duan, the highest level in wushu, in 2003. He was the wushu chief judge for the 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th Asian Games and the chief judge for the 2nd, 4th, and 7th World Wushu Championships. He was designated as an excellent national sports referee and has been ranked as a national top 10 wushu referee. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Professor Qiu has published multiple books in Chinese on tai chi and wushu and has lectured worldwide. He gave the keynote address on tai chi at the 2009 American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) convention and, based on his tai chi teaching and contribution to the promotion of culture exchange, was made an honorary citizen of the city of Dallas in 2009. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeimo Zhu, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e is an internationally known scholar in physical activity and health research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he regularly teaches mind–body exercise classes at both the university and community levels. He has practiced Chinese mind–body exercises, including tai chi and qi gong, for more than 25 years and has been instrumental in introducing them in the United States and around the world. He has given demonstrations and lectures on Chinese mind–body exercises in the United States, China, South Korea, and the Czech Republic. He was awarded a NIH grant to study the effect of long-term mind–body exercise on cancer survivors and presented the research findings at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) annual meetings in 2009. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “Tai Chi Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis one of the first books by a ninth-duan master to be available in English. It is an unprecedented contribution to the field and a landmark achievement for Professor Qiu.\u003c\/i\u003e” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGene Ching-- \u003c\/b\u003eAssociate Publisher, \u003ci\u003eKung Fu Tai Chi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/circle-open-close-and-up-down-stances\"\u003eCircle, open-close, 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id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Finally, an easy-to-use quick-reference guide that captures the beauty and essence of hatha yoga itself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Asanas: Pocket Guide for Personal Practice\u003c\/i\u003e features full-color photos, basic movement cues, the English and Sanskrit names, and difficulty ratings for over 150 poses, including these \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bound angle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bow \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bridge \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chair \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Child's \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cobra \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Crescent lunge \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Crow \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Dancer I \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Downward-facing dog \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Forward bend \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Garland \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Half moon \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Headstand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Intense side stretch \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lord of the fishes \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lotus \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Pigeon \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Shoulder stand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Side angle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Staff \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tree \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Triangle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Upward-facing dog \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Warrior \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Wheel \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Simple, attractive, and convenient, \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Asanas: Pocket Guide for Personal Practice\u003c\/i\u003e is the one reference every practitioner and instructor should own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e Acknowledgments \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Introduction \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Asanas \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Sun Salutation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Suggested Readings \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Resources \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Index of Asanas \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e About the Authors \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A self-taught photographer, \u003cb\u003eDaniel DiTuro\u003c\/b\u003e began a series of yoga photographs in 1999 shortly after taking his first yoga class. In 2001 he founded The Yoga Project to promote the physical and mental wellness of mind, body, and spirit through the creation and publication of inspirational and motivational meditation and yoga asanas photographs. In 2003, DiTuro, along with Martin Kirk and Brooke Boone, released the best-seller \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e, which contains over 600 of his yoga photographs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e DiTuro published his second book, \u003ci\u003eLive Longer \u0026amp; Healthier Eating Foods You Love on a Southern Italian Mediterranean Diet\u003c\/i\u003e, in August 2009, which was one of the selections for the United States in the 2010 Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Coauthor \u003cb\u003eIngrid Yang\u003c\/b\u003e embarked on her yoga journey in 1999 in New York City, where she studied directly with David Life at Jivamukti Yoga Center and Cyndi Lee at OM Yoga Center. She is the founder of Blue Point Yoga Center in Durham, North Carolina, and teaches a variety of yoga disciplines, including vinyasa, restorative, yin, and cancer therapy. She leads teacher trainings and workshops in the United States, Australia, and Asia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Ingrid earned her law degree at Duke University and is currently pursuing a doctor of medicine degree with a focus on anatomy and physiatry at Rush University Medical College in Chicago, Illinois. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “Hatha Yoga Asanas \u003ci\u003eis a clear, concise, beautifully illustrated guide to yoga postures and is suitable for all yogis and teachers of every style.\u003c\/i\u003e” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSage Rountree, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e--\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eThe Athlete’s Guide to Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/childs-and-childs-extended\"\u003eChild's and Child's, Extended\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/childs-nbsp-and-childs-extended\"\u003eChild's and Child's, Extended \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/partridge\"\u003ePartridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/peacock\"\u003ePeacock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/triangle-extended-and-revolved\"\u003eTriangle, Extended and Revolved\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/triangle-extended-and-nbsp-revolved\"\u003eTriangle, Extended and Revolved\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sage_Galavana_asana_png.png?v=1741360055\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sage_Galavana_asana_png.png?v=1741360055\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sage_Galavana_One_Leg_asana_png.png?v=1741360090\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sage_Galavana_One_Leg_asana_png.png?v=1741360090\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sage_Galavana_Side_One_Leg_asana_png.png?v=1741360124\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sage_Galavana_Side_One_Leg_asana_png.png?v=1741360124\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Daniel DiTuro,Ingrid Yang","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14048741261373,"sku":null,"price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/d184450b3f4e6236e60b8024d659ac03.jpg?v=1779879064"},{"product_id":"hatha-yoga-illustrated-pdf","title":"Hatha Yoga Illustrated PDF","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the physical benefits and body awareness from hatha yoga—the most popular form of yoga today. \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e presents nearly 650 full-color photos to visually demonstrate 77 standard poses from hatha yoga that apply to all major hatha styles including Iyengar, Astanga, Anusara, and Bikram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual poses are presented from start to finish, showing you how to achieve proper alignment and breathing to ensure challenging yet safe execution. The result is an increase in the effectiveness, both physically and mentally, you'll experience with each pose. Several pose variations based on your personal preference, ability, and fitness level are also included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEleven sample yoga routines show how to assemble the poses into workouts that meet your specific time, difficulty, and intensity parameters. Colorful and comprehensive, \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e is organized for your ultimate convenience and use. Use it to guide your muscles, as well as your mind, and increase strength and stamina, reduce stress and anxiety, reduce blood pressure, and increase flexibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1. Art and Practice of Hatha Yoga\u003cbr\u003eRoots of Yoga\u003cbr\u003eGetting the Most From Your Yoga Practice\u003cbr\u003eLearning to Meditate\u003cbr\u003eUsing the Asanas in This Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 2. Standing Postures\u003cbr\u003eMountain\u003cbr\u003eDownward-Facing Dog\u003cbr\u003eExtended Side-Angle\u003cbr\u003eTriangle \u003cbr\u003eWarrior II\u003cbr\u003eCrescent Lunge\u003cbr\u003eWarrior I\u003cbr\u003eRevolved Extended Side-Angle\u003cbr\u003eRevolved Triangle\u003cbr\u003eChair \u003cbr\u003eStanding Intense Spread-Leg Pose\u003cbr\u003eBeam\u003cbr\u003eHumble Warrior\u003cbr\u003eIntense Side-Stretch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 3. Balancing Postures\u003cbr\u003eEagle\u003cbr\u003eTree\u003cbr\u003eTiptoe Pose\u003cbr\u003eBoat \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Half-Moon\u003cbr\u003eStanding Extended Leg Stretch\u003cbr\u003eWarrior III\u003cbr\u003eDancer\u003cbr\u003eHalf-Moon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 4. Arm-Balancing Postures\u003cbr\u003eInclined Plane\u003cbr\u003eLateral Inclined Plane\u003cbr\u003eCrane\u003cbr\u003ePeacock\u003cbr\u003eFour-Limbed Staff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 5. Inverted Postures\u003cbr\u003eShoulder Stand\u003cbr\u003ePlow\u003cbr\u003eLegs-Up-the-Wall\u003cbr\u003eHead Stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 6. Backward-Bending Postures\u003cbr\u003eCobra \u003cbr\u003eUpward-Facing Dog\u003cbr\u003eCamel\u003cbr\u003eBridge\u003cbr\u003eBow\u003cbr\u003eLocust \u003cbr\u003eUpward-Facing Bow\u003cbr\u003eFish\u003cbr\u003eCat-Cow\u003cbr\u003ePigeon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 7. Twisting Postures\u003cbr\u003eGentle Spinal Twist\u003cbr\u003eReclining Spinal Twist\u003cbr\u003eSimple Sitting Twist\u003cbr\u003eBound Half-Lotus Twist\u003cbr\u003eSitting Spinal Twist I\u003cbr\u003eSitting Spinal Twist II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 8. Forward-Bending Postures\u003cbr\u003eSeated Forward Bend\u003cbr\u003eStanding Forward Bend\u003cbr\u003eSingle-Leg Head-to-Knee Forward Bend \u003cbr\u003eRevolved Head-to-Knee Forward Bend\u003cbr\u003eOpen-Angle \u003cbr\u003eSide Open-Angle \u003cbr\u003eThree-Limb Intense Stretch\u003cbr\u003eGarland\u003cbr\u003eSplits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 9. Sitting Postures\u003cbr\u003eLotus\u003cbr\u003eLooking Within\u003cbr\u003eBaby Cradle\u003cbr\u003eHero\u003cbr\u003eKneeling Pose\u003cbr\u003eLion\u003cbr\u003eCow Face\u003cbr\u003eStaff Pose\u003cbr\u003eYoga Sealing Pose\u003cbr\u003eHeron \u003cbr\u003eSage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 10. Reclining and Relaxation Postures\u003cbr\u003eKnees-to-Chest\u003cbr\u003eReclining Hero\u003cbr\u003eReclining Big-Toe \u003cbr\u003eReclining Bound-Angle\u003cbr\u003eReclining Open-Leg Spinal Twist\u003cbr\u003eSupported Bridge \u003cbr\u003eSupported Hero \u003cbr\u003eChild's Pose\u003cbr\u003eCorpse \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 11. Hatha Yoga Routines\u003cbr\u003eGentle Yoga I\u003cbr\u003eGentle Yoga II\u003cbr\u003eYoga for Flexibility I\u003cbr\u003eYoga for Flexibility II\u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga I\u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga II\u003cbr\u003eVinyasa Yoga III\u003cbr\u003eSun Salutation I\u003cbr\u003eSun Salutation II\u003cbr\u003eMoon Salutation I\u003cbr\u003eMoon Salutation II\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMartin Kirk\u003c\/b\u003e, MSBME, E-RYT 500, is a certified yoga instructor who offers workshops and teacher trainings globally and online. With a Masters Degree in Biomedical Engineering, he has a special gift for anatomy and therapeutics. His passion for educating others about the body has created worldwide demand for his trainings. Martin's accomplishments include successful careers as an engineer in the space and biomedical industries. He lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife, Jordan and their son, Jonathan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrooke Boon\u003c\/b\u003e is cofounder of Studio Om Yoga and Tai Chi in Phoenix, Arizona. She received her certification through Baptiste Power Yoga Institute and is a registered yoga teacher as well as a member of the Arizona Yoga Association. Her certification came after working with world-renowned master teacher Baron Baptiste. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Boon's teaching style is designed to promote stability, strength, and serenity as well as create hormonal and emotional balance. She specializes in power vinyasa and also instructs classes for mature adults, athletes, and expectant mothers, emphasizing that yoga is for everybody. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Boon lives in Phoenix, Arizona. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaniel DiTuro\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and is a graduate of Arizona State University with a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. He has worked as a mechanical engineer since 1980. His interest in photography began at the age of 10. In 1986 he started DiTuro Photography, specializing in commercial and portrait photography. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e After a shoulder injury, Daniel began practicing hatha yoga in 1999. Having discovered the therapeutic benefits of yoga, he began working on a series of photographs that evolved into The Yoga Project to introduce people to yoga and meditation. In addition to his work as a mechanical engineer and photographer, Daniel enjoys a variety of activities including traveling, hiking, writing, and cooking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron Baptiste\u003cbr\u003ePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa Yoga\u003cbr\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eJourney Into Power\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eHatha Yoga Illustrated \u003ci\u003emakes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiva Rea\u003cbr\u003eYoga instructor and writer for \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e","brand":"Martin Kirk,Brooke Boon,Daniel DiTuro","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14052779687997,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/products\/4986fee24ceecc11cf975c9ad8636d33_27b4a56f-4e44-4da3-b417-77941c5585c7.jpg?v=1779879151"},{"product_id":"pilates-illustrated-pdf","title":"Pilates Illustrated PDF","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePilates Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e is your guide to lengthening and strengthening muscles while improving posture, flexibility, and balance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Renowned instructor Portia Page shows you how to perform the essential movements, exercises, and mat work routines. You’ll also learn to incorporate equipment, such as a stability ball, stretch band, and Pilates ring, to isolate muscles for targeted results. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePilates Illustrated’s\u003c\/i\u003e straightforward, highly visual approach and 13 predefined routines (including those for perfecting posture, low back care, morning energy, evening relaxation, and total-body strength) offer the quickest, and most effective way to experience the physical and mental benefits of Pilates. Throughout you’ll also find execution cues, modifications, and variations allowing you to immediately perform each exercise regardless of experience or skill level. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e With detailed instructions and hundreds of full-color photos, \u003ci\u003ePilates Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e will accompany you step by step on the path to improved health, strength, flexibility, energy, and relaxation. This is the exercise guide that you will turn to time and time again. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e Chapter 1 Art and Practice of Pilates \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 2 Standing Warm-Up Exercises and Stretches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 3 Kneeling Mat Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 4 Side-Lying Mat Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 5 Prone Mat Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 6 Supine Mat Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 7 Seated Mat Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 8 Stability Ball Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 9 Pilates Ring Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 10 Band Exercises \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Chapter 11 Pilates Routines \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePortia Page \u003c\/b\u003eis a master Pilates instructor at Propel Pilates and Fitness in Rancho Bernardo, California. She is a gold-certified Pilates teacher through Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), a faculty member of Balanced Body University (BBU), and a Stott Pilates-certified instructor of levels 1 and 2. She was also a 2002 Reebok master trainer and holds a master instructor certification with 24-Hour Fitness, where she helped develop programs for instructors and conduct presentations and certifications throughout the United States. Page also holds certifications with both ACE and AFAA for group exercise and provides continuing education credits for ACE, AFAA, and PMA. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Page has developed five Pilates studios for California WOW Xperience fitness clubs in Thailand and South Korea and has trained more than 150 instructors at those clubs in the full mat and apparatus repertoire. Page was also a regional group exercise manager, managing five clubs in Thailand and three in Korea and overseeing nearly 1,000 group exercise classes per week. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e She has starred in four videos with 24-Hour Fitness for group exercise instructors and was featured in Keli Roberts’ \u003ci\u003ePilates Quick Fix\u003c\/i\u003e video. She has also served as a fitness video technician for \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003ePilates Illustrated \u003ci\u003eis a must-read for novice or seasoned Pilates enthusiasts. Page's clear descriptions with step-by-step instructions will help you get through even the most challenging exercises and routines!\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLizbeth Garcia\u003c\/b\u003e -- PMA Gold Certified Pilates Instructor Star of \u003ci\u003eHealth Magazine's\u003c\/i\u003e video of the year, \u003ci\u003eOn the Ball Pilates Workout for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003ePilates Illustrated \u003ci\u003esupplies easy-to-understand cues and teaches the mind–body benefits of every move, which are suitable for all levels. Practitioners won't get bored—or have another lame excuse—thanks to 13 short routines, targeted to everything from stress relief to toning.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmanda Altman\u003c\/b\u003e -- Associate Editor, \u003ci\u003ePilates Style\u003c\/i\u003e Magazine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Whether you are beginning your Pilates journey or are a veteran instructor, you are sure to find practical insights from\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates Illustrated\u003ci\u003e. There is no one better to teach you the benefits of Pilates than Portia Page.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngrid Owen\u003c\/b\u003e -- Vice President of Group Fitness, 24-Hour Fitness \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e","brand":"Portia J. 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Yoga teachers have a responsibility to keep classes fresh and challenging to help students discover their unlimited potential available. Serious yoga students have a \u003ci\u003epersonal\u003c\/i\u003e responsibility to learn the principles of yoga in order to lead a more fulfilling, meaningful life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e simplifies that task with 100 easy-to-follow lesson plans that vary in length. The lessons progress from basic yoga asana and pranayama lessons for beginning students to more advanced material such as mindfulness and meditation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully customizable to meet individual student needs, these ready-to-use lessons will save you valuable preparation time. Choose from beginning lessons focusing on body and breath awareness, basic postures, and breathing, or select more advanced instruction on the yamas and niyamas, guided relaxation, the heart center, the chakras, emotions, and mindfulness. You’ll also find lessons for kids, older adults, athletes, and pregnant women to ensure you are equipped to serve all populations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost of the lesson plans offer a written script for use in class, or as a guide for student home practice purposes.  For beginning teachers, these scripts provide a helpful structure and set the stage for mindful yoga instruction. Veteran teachers may use these lessons and scripts as a creative departure point for expanding on one of the eight limbs of raja yoga or designing a tailored focus for the day’s practice. \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is a starting point for bringing yoga’s abundant teachings into the daily lives of teachers and students alike. For ease of planning and organization, each lesson follows a five-part outline:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e intention\u003c\/b\u003e provides the focus for the day's yoga class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cb\u003elesson\u003c\/b\u003e (script) embodies the essence of the day's teaching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e Asanas for Deepening\u003c\/b\u003e section illustrates the lesson through body stretch, movement, and sensation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eMotivation Off the Mat\u003c\/b\u003e section presents suggestions, homework assignments, and reminders for practicing the yoga teachings outside of the classroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTeacher Tips\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eWise Words\u003c\/b\u003e offer advice for fine-tuning sequences and proverbs that convey a specific thought or feeling for the lesson.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, five full-length workshop lesson plans help you expand your teaching beyond a traditional class to offer focused workshops to your students on these popular topics: Spring Cleaning Yoga Detox, The Joy of Backbends, Yoga for Absolute Beginners, Introduction to Meditation, and Transformational Breath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eReference for yoga teachers, advanced yoga students, and fitness professionals.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Beginning Lessons\u003cbr\u003e Beginner’s Flow\u003cbr\u003e First Class Facts\u003cbr\u003e Learning Diaphragmatic Breathing\u003cbr\u003e Benefits of Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Softening the Edges\u003cbr\u003e Body Tension\u003cbr\u003e Lengthening the Exhalation\u003cbr\u003e Defining \u003ci\u003eHa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Setting an Intention\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eBreathing Practices\u003cbr\u003e Smiling Breath Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Two-to-One Breathing\u003cbr\u003e Three-Part Exhalation\u003cbr\u003e Ujjayi Breath\u003cbr\u003e Nadi Shodhana\u003cbr\u003e Opening the Left Channel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Asana\u003cbr\u003e Stepping Stone Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Feet\u003cbr\u003e Forward Bends\u003cbr\u003e Backbends\u003cbr\u003e Twists\u003cbr\u003e Headstand\u003cbr\u003e Asana and Acceptance\u003cbr\u003e Asana and Peace\u003cbr\u003e Sequencing a Class\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Salutations in Motion\u003cbr\u003e Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation)\u003cbr\u003e Chandra Namaskara (Moon Salutation)\u003cbr\u003e Star Salutation\u003cbr\u003e Earth Salutation\u003cbr\u003e Salutation to the Self\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Prana\u003cbr\u003e Wave Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Holding On to Prana\u003cbr\u003e Feeling the Flame\u003cbr\u003e Prana and the Focused Mind\u003cbr\u003e Storing Prana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Pranayama\u003cbr\u003e What Is Pranayama?\u003cbr\u003e Benefits of Pranayama\u003cbr\u003e Working With \u003ci\u003eHa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Boosting the Immune System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Motivation\u003cbr\u003e Motivation in Motion\u003cbr\u003e Moving Forward\u003cbr\u003e Morning Gratitude Meditation\u003cbr\u003e Energy Is Your Identity\u003cbr\u003e Transformation\u003cbr\u003e Reframing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Yamas\u003cbr\u003e Yama 1: Ahimsa\u003cbr\u003e Yama 2: Satya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 3: Asteya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 4: Brahmacharya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 5: Aparigraha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eNiyamas\u003cbr\u003e Niyama Flow\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 1: Saucha\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 2: Santosha\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 3: Tapas\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 4: Svadhyaya\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 5: Ishvara Pranidhana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Chakras\u003cbr\u003e Chakra Flow\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 1: Muladhara\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 2: Svadhisthana\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 3: Manipura\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 4: Anahata\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 5: Visuddha\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 6: Ajna\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 7: Sahasrara\u003cbr\u003e Chakras and the Five Tibetans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Mindfulness\u003cbr\u003e Vinyasa for Awakening\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness: The Core of Practice\u003cbr\u003e Paying Attention\u003cbr\u003e Dharana\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness of Gratitude\u003cbr\u003e Holiday Gratitude\u003cbr\u003e Mindful Eating\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Lessons of the Heart Center\u003cbr\u003e Heart Center Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Anjali Mudra: Namaste\u003cbr\u003e Seeds of Love\u003cbr\u003e Expanding the Heart\u003cbr\u003e Reversing Negative Emotion\u003cbr\u003e Self-Love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13. \u003c\/b\u003eEmotions\u003cbr\u003e Emotional Effects of Asana\u003cbr\u003e Frustration in the Body\u003cbr\u003e Empowerment of Change\u003cbr\u003e The Only Constant Is Change\u003cbr\u003e Fear\u003cbr\u003e Letting Go\u003cbr\u003e Clinging to Happiness\u003cbr\u003e Patience\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Workshops\u003cbr\u003e Spring Cleaning Yoga Detox\u003cbr\u003e The Joy of Backbends\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Absolute Beginners\u003cbr\u003e Introduction to Meditation\u003cbr\u003e Transformational Breath\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga for Special Populations\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Kids\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Seniors\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Athletes\u003cbr\u003e Chair Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16. \u003c\/b\u003ePractices for Home and Office\u003cbr\u003e Design a Practice to Support Your Needs\u003cbr\u003e Obstacles to Practice\u003cbr\u003e Keeping Your Home Practice Interesting\u003cbr\u003e 8 Minutes to Awesome\u003cbr\u003e 10-, 20-, and 60-Minute Home Practices\u003cbr\u003e Busting Through Anxiety\u003cbr\u003e Bedtime Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Good Morning Bed Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Chair Yoga at Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Guided Relaxation\u003cbr\u003e Be a Corpse\u003cbr\u003e Expanding the Light\u003cbr\u003e Favorite Place\u003cbr\u003e Dark Cloud\u003cbr\u003e Journey Through the Chakras\u003cbr\u003e Silent Chanting\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eNancy Gerstein\u003c\/b\u003e is a yoga teacher, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the creator of Motivational Yoga, a yoga style that empowers life decisions, goals, and results. Nancy’s teachings incorporate spiritually strengthening practices that bolster personal growth and self-motivation. Her classes feed the body and the mind, encouraging students to make conscious choices about how they direct thoughts, energy, and physical focus to live the best live they can. It's Nancy's belief that a genuine yoga practice begins within.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A Himalayan Institute–certified yoga teacher, Nancy is a frequent contributor to yoga publications and websites, including \u003ci\u003eElephant Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYogi Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoga Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eYoga and Health Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, and she is the author of \u003ci\u003eGuiding Yoga’s Light\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics), a go-to reference book for yoga teachers and students. \u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e is Nancy’s third book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Nancy resides in Morton Grove, Illinois. In her free time she enjoys hiking, traveling, and trying most things at least once.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eMotivational Yoga \u003ci\u003eoffers wise and practical words for teachers, reminding us that we are all students, we all need to breathe, and we all need yoga! It’s a wellspring of resources and guidance for yoga teachers, both new and experienced. The consistent sections like Motivation Off the Mat, Wise Words, and Teacher Tips will support yoga teachers in creating a full lesson around each topic.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Julie Chavanu,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of Yoga Tree Consulting and Creator of Yoga Trainers Workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nancy Gerstein helps us look more deeply within the physical postures, outlining the mental and spiritual benefits in accessible, relevant ways. \u003c\/i\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003ci\u003e is a perfect resource for us all, with inspiration and guidance for every level of practice.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Elena Brower, \u003c\/b\u003eBest-Selling Author of \u003ci\u003ePractice You\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eArt of Attention\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Yoga is a deeply personal practice that invites us into our inner selves and the swirling world of emotions. Ancient to modern yoga practices give us the tools for transforming these feelings into clarity, moving from what might at times seem chaotic to a more balanced and joyful life. In\u003c\/i\u003e Motivational Yoga\u003ci\u003e, Nancy Gerstein shows us the way, offering a clear philosophical framework and a set of practices that are adapted to different needs and conditions. I highly recommend this wonderful book to anyone interested in the deeper purposes of yoga for making this life better.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mark Stephens, \u003c\/b\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTeaching Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A must-have for every yoga teacher. As yoga teachers, we are not here to guide movement so much as to inspire healthy living. This book is a yoga toolbox, packed with pearls of wisdom that can be shared with all yoga populations. I have never come across a more comprehensive, yet user-friendly, resource for yoga. Highly recommend to teachers and students alike.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jenn Bodnar,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eYoga Digest\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“If you are a yoga teacher or a serious student of yoga, you need go no further for inspiration. This beautifully written book is a profound exploration of how yoga transforms us on every level, and Nancy Gerstein guides us in that transformation. There is deep wisdom here, gleaned from one who has lived her practice, as ever the open-minded student, always the compassionate teacher. Gerstein offers posture sequences and yoga breathing with stunning metaphorical language that will help teachers lead life-changing classes and workshops. Her authenticity and love shine through on every page.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Amy Weintraub, \u003c\/b\u003eFounder of LifeForce Yoga and Author of \u003ci\u003eYoga for Depression\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYoga Skills for Therapists\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nancy Gerstein is both ready and willing to share her extensive wisdom, experience, and insight with yoga teachers seeking a lifelong practice and profession. In\u003c\/i\u003e Motivational Yoga: 100 Lessons for Strength, Energy, and Transformation, \u003ci\u003eNancy offers a user-friendly practice with tips for teachers as well as powerful suggestions to increase the readers’ motivation in all areas of life. This must-read guide is suitable for yoga teachers of all levels of experience.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Felicia Tomasko,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eLA Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e and President and Editorial Director at Bliss Network\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/8-minutes-to-awesome-yoga-practice\"\u003e8 Minutes to Awesome yoga practice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/modified-chair-yoga-poses\"\u003eModified chair yoga poses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stepping-stone-vinyasa\"\u003eStepping Stone Vinyasa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Nancy Gerstein","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":14096277962813,"sku":null,"price":37.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/e6d4bf2e17800112a1f8c77ddd27ed32_7cf67684-385e-433f-ae37-bd9334d86a2a.jpg?v=1779901119"},{"product_id":"motivational-yoga-epub","title":"Motivational Yoga epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e The benefits of yoga are valuable to people of all ages and all fitness levels. Yoga teachers have a responsibility to keep classes fresh and challenging to help students discover their unlimited potential available. Serious yoga students have a \u003ci\u003epersonal\u003c\/i\u003e responsibility to learn the principles of yoga in order to lead a more fulfilling, meaningful life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e simplifies that task with 100 easy-to-follow lesson plans that vary in length. The lessons progress from basic yoga asana and pranayama lessons for beginning students to more advanced material such as mindfulness and meditation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Fully customizable to meet individual student needs, these ready-to-use lessons will save you valuable preparation time. Choose from beginning lessons focusing on body and breath awareness, basic postures, and breathing, or select more advanced instruction on the yamas and niyamas, guided relaxation, the heart center, the chakras, emotions, and mindfulness. You’ll also find lessons for kids, older adults, athletes, and pregnant women to ensure you are equipped to serve all populations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Most of the lesson plans offer a written script for use in class, or as a guide for student home practice purposes.  For beginning teachers, these scripts provide a helpful structure and set the stage for mindful yoga instruction. Veteran teachers may use these lessons and scripts as a creative departure point for expanding on one of the eight limbs of raja yoga or designing a tailored focus for the day’s practice. \u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e is a starting point for bringing yoga’s abundant teachings into the daily lives of teachers and students alike. For ease of planning and organization, each lesson follows a five-part outline: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The\u003cb\u003e intention\u003c\/b\u003e provides the focus for the day's yoga class. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The \u003cb\u003elesson\u003c\/b\u003e (script) embodies the essence of the day's teaching. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The\u003cb\u003e Asanas for Deepening\u003c\/b\u003e section illustrates the lesson through body stretch, movement, and sensation. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The \u003cb\u003eMotivation Off the Mat \u003c\/b\u003esection presents suggestions, homework assignments, and reminders for practicing the yoga teachings outside of the classroom. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTeacher Tips\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eWise Words \u003c\/b\u003eoffer advice for fine-tuning sequences and proverbs that convey a specific thought or feeling for the lesson. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e In addition, five full-length workshop lesson plans help you expand your teaching beyond a traditional class to offer focused workshops to your students on these popular topics: Spring Cleaning Yoga Detox, The Joy of Backbends, Yoga for Absolute Beginners, Introduction to Meditation, and Transformational Breath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With each lesson, \u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e demonstrates how the strength, balance, and stretching of the physical practice can inspire a healthy, complete, and joyous existence on and off the mat.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eReference for yoga teachers, advanced yoga students, and fitness professionals.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Beginning Lessons\u003cbr\u003e Beginner’s Flow\u003cbr\u003e First Class Facts\u003cbr\u003e Learning Diaphragmatic Breathing\u003cbr\u003e Benefits of Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Softening the Edges\u003cbr\u003e Body Tension\u003cbr\u003e Lengthening the Exhalation\u003cbr\u003e Defining \u003ci\u003eHa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Setting an Intention\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eBreathing Practices\u003cbr\u003e Smiling Breath Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Two-to-One Breathing\u003cbr\u003e Three-Part Exhalation\u003cbr\u003e Ujjayi Breath\u003cbr\u003e Nadi Shodhana\u003cbr\u003e Opening the Left Channel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Asana\u003cbr\u003e Stepping Stone Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Feet\u003cbr\u003e Forward Bends\u003cbr\u003e Backbends\u003cbr\u003e Twists\u003cbr\u003e Headstand\u003cbr\u003e Asana and Acceptance\u003cbr\u003e Asana and Peace\u003cbr\u003e Sequencing a Class\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Salutations in Motion\u003cbr\u003e Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation)\u003cbr\u003e Chandra Namaskara (Moon Salutation)\u003cbr\u003e Star Salutation\u003cbr\u003e Earth Salutation\u003cbr\u003e Salutation to the Self\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Prana\u003cbr\u003e Wave Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Holding On to Prana\u003cbr\u003e Feeling the Flame\u003cbr\u003e Prana and the Focused Mind\u003cbr\u003e Storing Prana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Pranayama\u003cbr\u003e What Is Pranayama?\u003cbr\u003e Benefits of Pranayama\u003cbr\u003e Working With \u003ci\u003eHa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Boosting the Immune System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Motivation\u003cbr\u003e Motivation in Motion\u003cbr\u003e Moving Forward\u003cbr\u003e Morning Gratitude Meditation\u003cbr\u003e Energy Is Your Identity\u003cbr\u003e Transformation\u003cbr\u003e Reframing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Yamas\u003cbr\u003e Yama 1: Ahimsa\u003cbr\u003e Yama 2: Satya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 3: Asteya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 4: Brahmacharya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 5: Aparigraha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eNiyamas\u003cbr\u003e Niyama Flow\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 1: Saucha\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 2: Santosha\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 3: Tapas\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 4: Svadhyaya\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 5: Ishvara Pranidhana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Chakras\u003cbr\u003e Chakra Flow\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 1: Muladhara\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 2: Svadhisthana\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 3: Manipura\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 4: Anahata\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 5: Visuddha\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 6: Ajna\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 7: Sahasrara\u003cbr\u003e Chakras and the Five Tibetans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Mindfulness\u003cbr\u003e Vinyasa for Awakening\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness: The Core of Practice\u003cbr\u003e Paying Attention\u003cbr\u003e Dharana\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness of Gratitude\u003cbr\u003e Holiday Gratitude\u003cbr\u003e Mindful Eating\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Lessons of the Heart Center\u003cbr\u003e Heart Center Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Anjali Mudra: Namaste\u003cbr\u003e Seeds of Love\u003cbr\u003e Expanding the Heart\u003cbr\u003e Reversing Negative Emotion\u003cbr\u003e Self-Love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13. \u003c\/b\u003eEmotions\u003cbr\u003e Emotional Effects of Asana\u003cbr\u003e Frustration in the Body\u003cbr\u003e Empowerment of Change\u003cbr\u003e The Only Constant Is Change\u003cbr\u003e Fear\u003cbr\u003e Letting Go\u003cbr\u003e Clinging to Happiness\u003cbr\u003e Patience\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Workshops\u003cbr\u003e Spring Cleaning Yoga Detox\u003cbr\u003e The Joy of Backbends\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Absolute Beginners\u003cbr\u003e Introduction to Meditation\u003cbr\u003e Transformational Breath\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga for Special Populations\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Kids\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Seniors\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Athletes\u003cbr\u003e Chair Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16. \u003c\/b\u003ePractices for Home and Office\u003cbr\u003e Design a Practice to Support Your Needs\u003cbr\u003e Obstacles to Practice\u003cbr\u003e Keeping Your Home Practice Interesting\u003cbr\u003e 8 Minutes to Awesome\u003cbr\u003e 10-, 20-, and 60-Minute Home Practices\u003cbr\u003e Busting Through Anxiety\u003cbr\u003e Bedtime Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Good Morning Bed Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Chair Yoga at Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Guided Relaxation\u003cbr\u003e Be a Corpse\u003cbr\u003e Expanding the Light\u003cbr\u003e Favorite Place\u003cbr\u003e Dark Cloud\u003cbr\u003e Journey Through the Chakras\u003cbr\u003e Silent Chanting\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eNancy Gerstein\u003c\/b\u003e is a yoga teacher, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the creator of Motivational Yoga, a yoga style that empowers life decisions, goals, and results. Nancy’s teachings incorporate spiritually strengthening practices that bolster personal growth and self-motivation. Her classes feed the body and the mind, encouraging students to make conscious choices about how they direct thoughts, energy, and physical focus to live the best live they can. It's Nancy's belief that a genuine yoga practice begins within.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A Himalayan Institute–certified yoga teacher, Nancy is a frequent contributor to yoga publications and websites, including \u003ci\u003eElephant Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYogi Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoga Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eYoga and Health Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, and she is the author of \u003ci\u003eGuiding Yoga’s Light\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics), a go-to reference book for yoga teachers and students. \u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e is Nancy’s third book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Nancy resides in Morton Grove, Illinois. In her free time she enjoys hiking, traveling, and trying most things at least once.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eMotivational Yoga \u003ci\u003eoffers wise and practical words for teachers, reminding us that we are all students, we all need to breathe, and we all need yoga! It’s a wellspring of resources and guidance for yoga teachers, both new and experienced. The consistent sections like Motivation Off the Mat, Wise Words, and Teacher Tips will support yoga teachers in creating a full lesson around each topic.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Julie Chavanu,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of Yoga Tree Consulting and Creator of Yoga Trainers Workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nancy Gerstein helps us look more deeply within the physical postures, outlining the mental and spiritual benefits in accessible, relevant ways. \u003c\/i\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003ci\u003e is a perfect resource for us all, with inspiration and guidance for every level of practice.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Elena Brower, \u003c\/b\u003eBest-Selling Author of \u003ci\u003ePractice You\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eArt of Attention\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Yoga is a deeply personal practice that invites us into our inner selves and the swirling world of emotions. Ancient to modern yoga practices give us the tools for transforming these feelings into clarity, moving from what might at times seem chaotic to a more balanced and joyful life. In\u003c\/i\u003e Motivational Yoga\u003ci\u003e, Nancy Gerstein shows us the way, offering a clear philosophical framework and a set of practices that are adapted to different needs and conditions. I highly recommend this wonderful book to anyone interested in the deeper purposes of yoga for making this life better.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mark Stephens, \u003c\/b\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTeaching Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A must-have for every yoga teacher. As yoga teachers, we are not here to guide movement so much as to inspire healthy living. This book is a yoga toolbox, packed with pearls of wisdom that can be shared with all yoga populations. I have never come across a more comprehensive, yet user-friendly, resource for yoga. Highly recommend to teachers and students alike.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jenn Bodnar,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eYoga Digest\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“If you are a yoga teacher or a serious student of yoga, you need go no further for inspiration. This beautifully written book is a profound exploration of how yoga transforms us on every level, and Nancy Gerstein guides us in that transformation. There is deep wisdom here, gleaned from one who has lived her practice, as ever the open-minded student, always the compassionate teacher. Gerstein offers posture sequences and yoga breathing with stunning metaphorical language that will help teachers lead life-changing classes and workshops. Her authenticity and love shine through on every page.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Amy Weintraub, \u003c\/b\u003eFounder of LifeForce Yoga and Author of \u003ci\u003eYoga for Depression\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYoga Skills for Therapists\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nancy Gerstein is both ready and willing to share her extensive wisdom, experience, and insight with yoga teachers seeking a lifelong practice and profession. In\u003c\/i\u003e Motivational Yoga: 100 Lessons for Strength, Energy, and Transformation, \u003ci\u003eNancy offers a user-friendly practice with tips for teachers as well as powerful suggestions to increase the readers’ motivation in all areas of life. This must-read guide is suitable for yoga teachers of all levels of experience.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Felicia Tomasko,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eLA Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e and President and Editorial Director at Bliss Network\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/8-minutes-to-awesome-yoga-practice\"\u003e8 Minutes to Awesome yoga practice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/modified-chair-yoga-poses\"\u003eModified chair yoga poses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stepping-stone-vinyasa\"\u003eStepping Stone Vinyasa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Nancy Gerstein","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":14096279732285,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/a1be3b6b77f9a5778184aee1b891c87f_6cc7150d-05e5-4806-87cd-39768816273b.jpg?v=1779883368"},{"product_id":"pilates-anatomy-2nd-edition-epub","title":"Pilates Anatomy 2nd Edition epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Take a detailed look at your Pilates practice with the superbly illustrated exercises in \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose from 46 exercises to target a particular body region and delve deeper to stretch, strengthen, and finely coordinate specific muscles. See which key muscles are activated, how variations and minor adjustments can influence effectiveness, and how breathing, alignment, and movement are all fundamentally linked as you work to tone the body, stabilize the core, improve balance, and increase flexibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the Personalize Your Practice section for each exercise to vary your practice and customize your workouts to fit your needs. Here you’ll find modifications to make each exercise more accessible when there are limitations such as tight hamstrings or underdeveloped core strength. Variations provide variety, and progressions are offered to add more challenge to each exercise and serve as valuable stepping stones on your journey to more advanced Pilates exercise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso included are techniques for breathing, concentration, and self-awareness, providing a unique exercise experience that enhances your body \u003ci\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e your mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are just beginning to explore the beauty and benefits of Pilates or have been practicing for years, \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e is a one-of-a-kind resource that you’ll refer to again and again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units! \u003c\/b\u003eA continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eFitness enthusiasts, Pilates instructors and practitioners, and physical therapists.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eSix Key Principles of Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eSpine, Core, and Body Alignment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Muscles, Movement Analysis, and Mat Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eFoundation for a Mat Session\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eAbdominal Work for Movement and Stabilization\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eFine Articulation for a Flexible Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eBridging for a Functional Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Side Exercises for an Effective Core\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Extension Exercises for a Strong Back\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Customizing Your Pilates Program\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRael Isacowitz\u003c\/b\u003e is a world-renowned practitioner and teacher of Pilates. With over four decades of Pilates practice and achievement, he is a prominent lecturer and teacher at symposia, universities, colleges, and studios around the globe. He received his bachelor’s degree and teaching credentials from Israel's prestigious Wingate Institute, where he subsequently joined the teaching faculty. He later earned a master’s degree in dance from the University of Surrey in England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Isacowitz has mastered all levels of the Pilates repertoire and is noted in the industry for his unique athleticism; synthesis of body, mind, and spirit; and passion for teaching. In 1989, he founded Body Arts and Science International (BASI) Pilates, which has developed into one of the foremost Pilates education organizations in the world. BASI Pilates is currently represented in more than 120 host locations spanning over 40 countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Isacowitz has authored the definitive book on Pilates (\u003ci\u003ePilates\u003c\/i\u003e, Human Kinetics), published a series of workbooks on Pilates apparatus, produced DVDs, conceived designs of equipment manufactured by BASI Systems, and created the groundbreaking Pilates software BASI Interactive. He was a founding board member of the Pilates Method Alliance and is a regular contributor to several industry publications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Clippinger\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor emerita at California State University–Long Beach, where she taught for 19 years. Her courses included functional anatomy for dance, body placement, and Pilates. She also taught anatomy and kinesiology courses at other prestigious universities such as UCLA and Scripps College, as well as Pilates teacher training programs for Body Arts and Science International (BASI).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Clippinger holds a master’s degree in exercise science from the University of Washington. Before joining academia, she worked as a clinical kinesiologist for 20 years at Loma Linda University Medical Center and several sports medicine clinics in Seattle. She has worked with a wide range of clients and consulted for the U.S. Weightlifting Federation, the U.S. race walking team, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the Danish Wounded Warrior Project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Clippinger is a highly respected international speaker who has given over 400 presentations, including at conferences for BASI Pilates, Balanced Body, Pilates Alliance of Australasia, and Pilates Method Alliance. Clippinger was an exercise columnist for \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e magazine for four years and has authored numerous other articles, several book chapters, and the textbook \u003ci\u003eDance Anatomy and Kinesiology\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Karen and Rael are two of the most respected names in the Pilates field, and\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates Anatomy, Second Edition, \u003ci\u003ebrings together their clarity and passion. This book is at the top of my list.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Nora St. John, \u003c\/b\u003eEducation Program Director for Balanced Body University\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Anatomy is a fundamental science that is absolutely necessary to truly understand human movement. Rael and Karen do an amazing job of bringing anatomy to life for Pilates teachers. This second edition brings the Pilates teacher updated information, including functional muscular and skeletal anatomy combined with planes of movement and the application of anatomy to basic Pilates principles. Rael’s ability to bring order to the exercise and its corresponding anatomy is a gift. We are looking forward to adding the second edition of \u003c\/i\u003ePilates Anatomy \u003ci\u003eto our must-read list.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Brent Anderson, PhD, PT, OCS, PMA®-CPT,\u003c\/b\u003e President of Polestar Life Retreats and Southwind Retreat Center\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Karen Clippinger and Rael Isacowitz have done an excellent job of honoring the past of Joseph Pilates’ great body of work, acknowledging the present, and forging into the future. The technique cues and exercise notes after each segment in\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates Anatomy, Second Edition, \u003ci\u003eare invaluable for every student of Pilates, from beginner to advanced.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Marika Molnar, PT, LAc, FIADMS,\u003c\/b\u003e Director of Westside Dance Physical Therapy and Clinical Advisor for the PhysicalMind Institute\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pilates-one-leg-stretch\"\u003ePilates one-leg stretch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pilates-side-kick-kneeling\"\u003ePilates side kick kneeling\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/putting-alignment-into-action-in-pilates-mat-work\"\u003ePutting alignment into action in Pilates mat work\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Spine_stretch.jpg?v=1741367731\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Spine_stretch.jpg?v=1741367731\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/See_inside_the_bicycle_exercise.jpg?v=1741367765\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/See_inside_the_bicycle_exercise.jpg?v=1741367765\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Personalize_your_practice_with_modifications.jpg?v=1741367800\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Personalize_your_practice_with_modifications.jpg?v=1741367800\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Rael Isacowitz,Karen Clippinger","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":29160325185597,"sku":null,"price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/5b03fbc57ce8c5a7b480c794493f07ec.jpg?v=1779886486"},{"product_id":"pilates-anatomy-2nd-edition","title":"Pilates Anatomy-2nd Edition","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Take a detailed look at your Pilates practice with the superbly illustrated exercises in \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose from 46 exercises to target a particular body region and delve deeper to stretch, strengthen, and finely coordinate specific muscles. See which key muscles are activated, how variations and minor adjustments can influence effectiveness, and how breathing, alignment, and movement are all fundamentally linked as you work to tone the body, stabilize the core, improve balance, and increase flexibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the Personalize Your Practice section for each exercise to vary your practice and customize your workouts to fit your needs. Here you’ll find modifications to make each exercise more accessible when there are limitations such as tight hamstrings or underdeveloped core strength. Variations provide variety, and progressions are offered to add more challenge to each exercise and serve as valuable stepping stones on your journey to more advanced Pilates exercise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso included are techniques for breathing, concentration, and self-awareness, providing a unique exercise experience that enhances your body \u003ci\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e your mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are just beginning to explore the beauty and benefits of Pilates or have been practicing for years, \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e is a one-of-a-kind resource that you’ll refer to again and again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units! \u003c\/b\u003eA continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eFitness enthusiasts, Pilates instructors and practitioners, and physical therapists.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eSix Key Principles of Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eSpine, Core, and Body Alignment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Muscles, Movement Analysis, and Mat Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eFoundation for a Mat Session\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eAbdominal Work for Movement and Stabilization\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eFine Articulation for a Flexible Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eBridging for a Functional Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Side Exercises for an Effective Core\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Extension Exercises for a Strong Back\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Customizing Your Pilates Program\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRael Isacowitz\u003c\/b\u003e is a world-renowned practitioner and teacher of Pilates. With over four decades of Pilates practice and achievement, he is a prominent lecturer and teacher at symposia, universities, colleges, and studios around the globe. He received his bachelor’s degree and teaching credentials from Israel's prestigious Wingate Institute, where he subsequently joined the teaching faculty. He later earned a master’s degree in dance from the University of Surrey in England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Isacowitz has mastered all levels of the Pilates repertoire and is noted in the industry for his unique athleticism; synthesis of body, mind, and spirit; and passion for teaching. In 1989, he founded Body Arts and Science International (BASI) Pilates, which has developed into one of the foremost Pilates education organizations in the world. BASI Pilates is currently represented in more than 120 host locations spanning over 40 countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Isacowitz has authored the definitive book on Pilates (\u003ci\u003ePilates\u003c\/i\u003e, Human Kinetics), published a series of workbooks on Pilates apparatus, produced DVDs, conceived designs of equipment manufactured by BASI Systems, and created the groundbreaking Pilates software BASI Interactive. He was a founding board member of the Pilates Method Alliance and is a regular contributor to several industry publications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Clippinger\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor emerita at California State University–Long Beach, where she taught for 19 years. Her courses included functional anatomy for dance, body placement, and Pilates. She also taught anatomy and kinesiology courses at other prestigious universities such as UCLA and Scripps College, as well as Pilates teacher training programs for Body Arts and Science International (BASI).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Clippinger holds a master’s degree in exercise science from the University of Washington. Before joining academia, she worked as a clinical kinesiologist for 20 years at Loma Linda University Medical Center and several sports medicine clinics in Seattle. She has worked with a wide range of clients and consulted for the U.S. Weightlifting Federation, the U.S. race walking team, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the Danish Wounded Warrior Project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Clippinger is a highly respected international speaker who has given over 400 presentations, including at conferences for BASI Pilates, Balanced Body, Pilates Alliance of Australasia, and Pilates Method Alliance. Clippinger was an exercise columnist for \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e magazine for four years and has authored numerous other articles, several book chapters, and the textbook \u003ci\u003eDance Anatomy and Kinesiology\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Karen and Rael are two of the most respected names in the Pilates field, and\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates Anatomy, Second Edition, \u003ci\u003ebrings together their clarity and passion. This book is at the top of my list.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Nora St. John, \u003c\/b\u003eEducation Program Director for Balanced Body University\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Anatomy is a fundamental science that is absolutely necessary to truly understand human movement. Rael and Karen do an amazing job of bringing anatomy to life for Pilates teachers. This second edition brings the Pilates teacher updated information, including functional muscular and skeletal anatomy combined with planes of movement and the application of anatomy to basic Pilates principles. Rael’s ability to bring order to the exercise and its corresponding anatomy is a gift. We are looking forward to adding the second edition of \u003c\/i\u003ePilates Anatomy \u003ci\u003eto our must-read list.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Brent Anderson, PhD, PT, OCS, PMA®-CPT,\u003c\/b\u003e President of Polestar Life Retreats and Southwind Retreat Center\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Karen Clippinger and Rael Isacowitz have done an excellent job of honoring the past of Joseph Pilates’ great body of work, acknowledging the present, and forging into the future. The technique cues and exercise notes after each segment in\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates Anatomy, Second Edition, \u003ci\u003eare invaluable for every student of Pilates, from beginner to advanced.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Marika Molnar, PT, LAc, FIADMS,\u003c\/b\u003e Director of Westside Dance Physical Therapy and Clinical Advisor for the PhysicalMind Institute\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pilates-one-leg-stretch\"\u003ePilates one-leg stretch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pilates-side-kick-kneeling\"\u003ePilates side kick kneeling\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/putting-alignment-into-action-in-pilates-mat-work\"\u003ePutting alignment into action in Pilates mat work\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Spine_stretch.jpg?v=1741367731\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Spine_stretch.jpg?v=1741367731\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/See_inside_the_bicycle_exercise.jpg?v=1741367765\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/See_inside_the_bicycle_exercise.jpg?v=1741367765\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Personalize_your_practice_with_modifications.jpg?v=1741367800\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Personalize_your_practice_with_modifications.jpg?v=1741367800\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Rael Isacowitz,Karen Clippinger","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":29202390777917,"sku":null,"price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/4c5cac319af65f9ede3e0bceab98a9e7.jpg?v=1780410631"},{"product_id":"understanding-the-pelvis","title":"Understanding the Pelvis","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e All yoga teachers use cues as they teach their classes. But sometimes those cues can be vague, misleading, or even anatomically incorrect. That makes \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding the Pelvis: A Functional Approach to Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e a vital resource for yoga instructors and practitioners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Yoga teachers need to cue, and yogis need to have a clear focus as they practice,” says author Eric Franklin, who has been sharing imagery techniques in his teaching for more than 30 years. “Many cues sound anatomical but are actually personal opinions that have become commonplace to the point that people think they are general truths. Imagery and cues are supposed to improve our practice, but sometimes they actually have the opposite effect.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In the first part of the book, Franklin and coauthor Alison Wesley dispel the misconceptions surrounding the biomechanics of the pelvis, using an evidence-based scientific perspective to teach how the pelvic bones move. In the second part, readers will apply that knowledge through the practice of 26 asanas (exercises) that are designed to improve pelvic function and yoga technique. The asanas are accompanied by 66 full-color illustrations that clearly show proper technique and bring the exercises to life. Franklin uses his famed Franklin Method, which combines movement, imagery, and touch, to help practitioners learn—or relearn, if necessary—correct techniques to maximize pelvic function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding the Pelvis\u003c\/i\u003e offers a concise, clear, and authoritative treatise on the functioning of the pelvis in yoga. Through this book, instructors and practitioners will be able to do the following: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove their own yoga practice and, in the case of instructors, the practice of those they teach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand how proper pelvic movement can improve performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee how the pelvic muscles and joints work together and how the pelvis interacts with surrounding muscle groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehend the function and movement of the pelvis and pelvic floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e The book delves into the art of cueing and mental imagery, two tools that are critical to both instructors and practitioners. “A teacher can make an enormous difference in the progress of students if he or she understands how cueing works best,” Franklin says. “To provide anatomical cues, it’s not enough to understand the location and names of structures; you also need to understand their function.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Through this book, teachers will be able to provide more anatomically accurate cues, and they will learn to use mental imagery effectively to inform movement. “Imagery activates brain areas that overlap with the areas activated during the physical execution of the movement,” Franklin says. “Imagery has a training effect on the brain, just as movement does on the body.” It is the marriage of correct anatomical functioning and the practice of mental imagery that makes the Franklin Method so powerful.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding the Pelvis: A Functional Approach to Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e will help instructors and practitioners—including athletes, dancers, and other artists—safely and effectively use the pelvis in yoga. The ability to correctly use anatomical cues and guide yogis through their movements will provide instructors with a new level of confidence and expertise in their workshops and classes, and it will give practitioners the knowledge they need to avoid injury and fully enjoy the benefits of yoga.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eResource for yoga instructors and practitioners as well as dancers and dance educators.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Pelvic Anatomy and Function\u003cbr\u003e The Sacrum\u003cbr\u003e The Pelvic Halves\u003cbr\u003e The Hip Joint\u003cbr\u003e Bone Rhythms\u003cbr\u003e The Spine\u003cbr\u003e The Poses\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eEric Franklin\u003c\/b\u003e is director and founder of the Institute for Franklin Method in Wetzikon, Switzerland. He has more than 35 years of experience as a dancer and choreographer, and he has shared imagery techniques in his teaching since 1986.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Franklin has taught extensively throughout the United States and Europe at the Juilliard School in New York, Royal Ballet School in London, Royal Danish Ballet in Copenhagen, Dance Academy of Rome, and Institute for Psychomotor Therapy in Zurich. He was also a guest lecturer at the University of Vienna. He has provided training to Olympic and world-champion athletes and professional dance troupes such as Cirque du Soleil and the Forum de Dance in Monte Carlo. Franklin earned a BFA degree from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and a BS degree from the University of Zurich. He has been on the faculty of the American Dance Festival since 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Franklin is coauthor of the best-selling book \u003ci\u003eBreakdance\u003c\/i\u003e, which received a New York City Public Library Prize in 1984, and author of\u003ci\u003e Hundert Ideen für Beweglichkeit\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDance Imagery for Technique and Performance\u003c\/i\u003e (both books about imagery in dance and movement). He is a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Franklin lives near Zurich, Switzerland.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlison Wesley\u003c\/b\u003e is a certified yoga instructor (E-RYT 500) and certified Franklin Method educator. In 2008, she founded her own company, Working With Yoga. She conducts private yoga workshops and onsite training at corporate offices in the Portland, Oregon, area. She incorporates the Franklin Method into all of her instruction and practice.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pelvic-anatomy-and-function-bone-rhythms\"\u003ePelvic Anatomy and Function - Bone Rhythms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/tadasana-mountain-pose\"\u003eTadasana: Mountain Pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/ustrasana-camel-pose\"\u003eUstrasana: Camel Pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Eric Franklin,Alison Wesley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":29449146236989,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/0c8bf90d97e35f0a3f09409848fc4c2f_51b7b9da-258f-4e0c-9688-b6adccb42288.jpg?v=1777416594"},{"product_id":"understanding-the-pelvis-epub","title":"Understanding the Pelvis epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e All yoga teachers use cues as they teach their classes. But sometimes those cues can be vague, misleading, or even anatomically incorrect. That makes \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding the Pelvis: A Functional Approach to Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e a vital resource for yoga instructors and practitioners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Yoga teachers need to cue, and yogis need to have a clear focus as they practice,” says author Eric Franklin, who has been sharing imagery techniques in his teaching for more than 30 years. “Many cues sound anatomical but are actually personal opinions that have become commonplace to the point that people think they are general truths. Imagery and cues are supposed to improve our practice, but sometimes they actually have the opposite effect.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In the first part of the book, Franklin and coauthor Alison Wesley dispel the misconceptions surrounding the biomechanics of the pelvis, using an evidence-based scientific perspective to teach how the pelvic bones move. In the second part, readers will apply that knowledge through the practice of 26 asanas (exercises) that are designed to improve pelvic function and yoga technique. The asanas are accompanied by 66 full-color illustrations that clearly show proper technique and bring the exercises to life. Franklin uses his famed Franklin Method, which combines movement, imagery, and touch, to help practitioners learn—or relearn, if necessary—correct techniques to maximize pelvic function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding the Pelvis\u003c\/i\u003e offers a concise, clear, and authoritative treatise on the functioning of the pelvis in yoga. Through this book, instructors and practitioners will be able to do the following: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove their own yoga practice and, in the case of instructors, the practice of those they teach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand how proper pelvic movement can improve performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee how the pelvic muscles and joints work together and how the pelvis interacts with surrounding muscle groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehend the function and movement of the pelvis and pelvic floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e The book delves into the art of cueing and mental imagery, two tools that are critical to both instructors and practitioners. “A teacher can make an enormous difference in the progress of students if he or she understands how cueing works best,” Franklin says. “To provide anatomical cues, it’s not enough to understand the location and names of structures; you also need to understand their function.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Through this book, teachers will be able to provide more anatomically accurate cues, and they will learn to use mental imagery effectively to inform movement. “Imagery activates brain areas that overlap with the areas activated during the physical execution of the movement,” Franklin says. “Imagery has a training effect on the brain, just as movement does on the body.” It is the marriage of correct anatomical functioning and the practice of mental imagery that makes the Franklin Method so powerful.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding the Pelvis: A Functional Approach to Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e will help instructors and practitioners—including athletes, dancers, and other artists—safely and effectively use the pelvis in yoga. The ability to correctly use anatomical cues and guide yogis through their movements will provide instructors with a new level of confidence and expertise in their workshops and classes, and it will give practitioners the knowledge they need to avoid injury and fully enjoy the benefits of yoga.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eResource for yoga instructors and practitioners as well as dancers and dance educators.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Pelvic Anatomy and Function\u003cbr\u003e The Sacrum\u003cbr\u003e The Pelvic Halves\u003cbr\u003e The Hip Joint\u003cbr\u003e Bone Rhythms\u003cbr\u003e The Spine\u003cbr\u003e The Poses\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eEric Franklin\u003c\/b\u003e is director and founder of the Institute for Franklin Method in Wetzikon, Switzerland. He has more than 35 years of experience as a dancer and choreographer, and he has shared imagery techniques in his teaching since 1986.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Franklin has taught extensively throughout the United States and Europe at the Juilliard School in New York, Royal Ballet School in London, Royal Danish Ballet in Copenhagen, Dance Academy of Rome, and Institute for Psychomotor Therapy in Zurich. He was also a guest lecturer at the University of Vienna. He has provided training to Olympic and world-champion athletes and professional dance troupes such as Cirque du Soleil and the Forum de Dance in Monte Carlo. Franklin earned a BFA degree from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and a BS degree from the University of Zurich. He has been on the faculty of the American Dance Festival since 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Franklin is coauthor of the best-selling book \u003ci\u003eBreakdance\u003c\/i\u003e, which received a New York City Public Library Prize in 1984, and author of\u003ci\u003e Hundert Ideen für Beweglichkeit\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDance Imagery for Technique and Performance\u003c\/i\u003e (both books about imagery in dance and movement). He is a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Franklin lives near Zurich, Switzerland.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlison Wesley\u003c\/b\u003e is a certified yoga instructor (E-RYT 500) and certified Franklin Method educator. In 2008, she founded her own company, Working With Yoga. She conducts private yoga workshops and onsite training at corporate offices in the Portland, Oregon, area. She incorporates the Franklin Method into all of her instruction and practice.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/pelvic-anatomy-and-function-bone-rhythms\"\u003ePelvic Anatomy and Function - Bone Rhythms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/tadasana-mountain-pose\"\u003eTadasana: Mountain Pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/ustrasana-camel-pose\"\u003eUstrasana: Camel Pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Eric Franklin,Alison Wesley","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":31490271445066,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/e15c25898fdf3ded055f71cb2ad4b0fb_6c85f6c6-3347-4c73-8f05-7039d9d8b92b.jpg?v=1779898088"},{"product_id":"your-strong-sexy-pregnancy-epub","title":"Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Feel confident and capable as a mom-to-be with \u003ci\u003eYour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy: A Yoga and Fitness Plan\u003c\/i\u003e. Desi Bartlett, founder of the popular Mothers Into Living Fit program, guides you through your pregnancy. You will feel great in your own body, have the strength to deliver your baby, and recover quickly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With the 3 + 1 Total Body Fitness philosophy, Bartlett combines yoga, resistance training, cardiovascular training, and nutrition. The emphasis on yoga improves posture, increases flexibility, and relieves low back pain and tension throughout your body. You’ll discover the techniques to nurture your mental well-being, allowing you to manage the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy and motherhood. You’ll find a plan for each stage of pregnancy and postpartum recovery, as well as the following: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Over 100 exercises and yoga poses with appropriate safety guidelines \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 16 ready-to-use practices for various stages of pregnancy \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Desi’s quick tips and advice, including features like Mommy Move, Information No One Tells You, Love-Your-Baby Visualization, and Fun Foods \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e A truly fit, confident mom is created from the inside out. Let \u003ci\u003eYour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy\u003c\/i\u003e teach you how to prioritize your health and happiness, Cultivate your inner power and be a fierce, strong, sexy mom!\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePregnant women, women who have recently been pregnant, and fitness professionals who coach pregnant clients.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Plan for a Strong Pregnancy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Strong Is the New Skinny \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive fit from the inside out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the secret of a strong core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecome strong and sexy throughout your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Three Plus One Total Body Fitness \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse various forms of movement to create your total body fitness program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine yoga, resistance training, cardio, and nutrition for a healthy pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eMama Knows Best \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect with your body and become fully present in your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse meditation to bond with your baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivate an awareness of your own and your baby’s needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Prepare for Birth and Beyond\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. \u003c\/b\u003eFirst Trimester: Increase Endurance \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how exercise can carry you through your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse yoga, meditation, and cross-training to fight off fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eSecond Trimester: Build Strength \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet strong for the rest of your pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind a rhythm and establish a regular exercise routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eThird Trimester: Prepare to Push \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about the power of the pelvic floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrain your pelvic floor muscles for labor, delivery, and recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. \u003c\/b\u003eHappy Birth Day! \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse your body and mind to be present and aware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a birth plan to prepare and eliminate fear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Practices for Recovery and Results\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eNew Mama Recovery Workout \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate gentle moves and practices into your new life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen and tone your abdomen and pelvic floor after giving birth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Mommy and Me \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercise with your baby to strengthen your bond and both your bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to hold your baby properly during exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10. \u003c\/b\u003eBelly Blaster Series \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry deep core work to redefine your abdominal area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse core exercise to gain the functional strength needed to care for your baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Self-Care for Moms \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake care for yourself so you can better care for your baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a daily routine that includes proper sleep and exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eInsights for Moms Over 40 \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe aware of the unique challenges of being a mom over 40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen and tone your body to combat loss of muscle mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesi Bartlett, MS, CPT, E-RYT,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching health and wellness for over 20 years. She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought after international presenter and spokesperson. Her teaching approach taps into one’s inner joy and makes movement an outer expression of that state.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Originally from Chicago, Bartlett earned a degree in kinesiology, with a minor in dance, and a master’s degree in corporate fitness. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, pre- and postnatal fitness, and group fitness. She is a continuing education provider through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers. She has worked with the U.S. Navy and with several large companies, including Manduka, Gaiam, Equinox, and Mattel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bartlett has worked with several celebrity moms in Los Angeles, including Alicia Silverstone and Kate Hudson. Her inspiring and unique classes have been featured on networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. She is passionate about communicating her message of the joy of movement with people all over the world, and her DVDs are distributed in the United States, Latin America, and Europe. She currently stars in eight yoga, fitness, and dance DVDs, including \u003ci\u003eBetter Belly Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLatin Groove\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Tone\u003c\/i\u003e. She has a diverse background in many areas of fitness and yoga and has worked as a product director for Gaiam and as the group fitness manager for Equinox Santa Monica, and she created a new round yoga mat for Manduka. She is currently a Manduka ambassador and their director of community events.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“Professional, passionate, and patient, Desi Bartlett is the total package.\u003c\/i\u003e Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy \u003ci\u003ewill give expecting mothers and new mothers alike the peace of mind, body, and spirit they need for years to come!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Liz Vaccariello, \u003c\/b\u003eEditor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eParents\u003c\/i\u003e Magazine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Desi Bartlett’s commitment to empowering women throughout their pregnancies is reflected on each page of this book. Mothers everywhere will benefit from her compassionate advice, the intelligent sequencing, and her ability to blend the ancient practice of yoga with modern-day fitness principles. A wonderful gift for all expecting women and new moms.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mike Soenen, \u003c\/b\u003eCEO of Manduka\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As an ob-gyn, it is the biggest honor and joy to be able to observe and accompany the patient’s transition from pregnancy to becoming a mom. As a mom, giving birth was the most amazing experience ever. I never thought my body had that much strength and power in a moment. When I was more than exhausted, my body knew exactly what to do. Thanks to Desi and her prenatal yoga class, I learned to focus on my body, to trust and believe in its strength and power, and to keep on breathing calmly in the biggest pain. Thank you, Desi! I can’t put it into words how much you helped us.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Conny Fendler, MD, \u003c\/b\u003eObstetrics and Gynecology Physician\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“It is not an exaggeration to say that Desi Bartlett is my role model. She's one of those women who seems to have it all together—her family, her kids, her attitude, her body. Yet she's relentlessly positive and will do anything to uplift the people around her. Desi's secret to success is her yoga practice. In \u003c\/i\u003eYour Strong Sexy Pregnancy: A Yoga and Fitness Plan\u003ci\u003e, you get Desi's fitness plan to give you the tools to thrive during pregnancy. Desi offers advice that is accessible, yoga sequences for every body, and the practical kind of information that is road-tested—or, well, mat-tested. Become your own best role model by following Desi's yoga and fitness plan for better health and vitality for pregnancy and beyond.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Felicia Tomasko, RN,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eLA Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBoston Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, and President of Bliss Network\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Desi Bartlett gave me one of the most beautiful gifts during my pregnancy. She coached me using her yoga expertise, and brought me on a spiritual journey that connected me to my little girl as she grew inside. I love this woman!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kate Hudson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I had the distinct pleasure of working with Desi at Gaiam, where she innovated new concepts for fitness and yoga equipment. Desi has the innate ability to distill complex information into relatable and approachable methodologies. Her passion and gentle nature radiate through her words and actions and embody her essential being. Desi’s work with new moms provides a safe place for women going through what is likely to be both a challenging and an exhilarating time in their lives. There is no better person to guide women along their physical and emotional journey to motherhood.“\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Susan Haney,\u003c\/b\u003e Former Senior Vice President and General Merchandise Manager for Gaiam\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/First_Trimester_Pigeon_Pose.jpg?v=1741383253\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/First_Trimester_Pigeon_Pose.jpg?v=1741383253\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Third_Trimester_Seated_Extended_Side_Angle_Pose.jpg?v=1741383288\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Third_Trimester_Seated_Extended_Side_Angle_Pose.jpg?v=1741383288\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Recover_Kiss_The_Baby_Chaturanga_Pose.jpg?v=1741383322\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Recover_Kiss_The_Baby_Chaturanga_Pose.jpg?v=1741383322\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Desi Bartlett","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":31490279047242,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/8aa159939704be5f314218d164af3ec2.jpg?v=1779899666"},{"product_id":"adaptive-yoga","title":"Adaptive Yoga","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe massive growth in the popularity of yoga as a form of exercise and as a method of maintaining whole-body wellness has led to thousands of published research studies confirming what yoga practitioners already know: Yoga relieves stress, improves mental and emotional health, enhances sleep, relieves low back pain and neck pain, promotes weight loss, and even enables smoking cessation. Further study has proven that yoga helps individuals with disabilities improve their functional activities of daily living, recover from injuries, gain mobility, experience less pain, and manage anxiety and depressive symptoms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdaptive Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e takes these studies out of the research labs and onto the yoga mat to empower individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions to create an effective and safe yoga practice. If you work with these special populations as a yoga teacher or rehabilitative therapist, you will find guidance and recommended poses for some of the most common conditions and disabilities, including these:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow back pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHip, knee, and rheumatoid arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinal cord injury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCerebral palsy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower limb amputation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParkinson’s disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple sclerosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pose is presented in detail so you fully understand how it helps the student improve functionality. The text instructs the reader on how to enter, hold, and exit the pose safely, as well as why the pose is beneficial for that condition. When appropriate, contraindications are presented so the yoga practice can be tailored to address any additional conditions or limitations. Challenge variations and restorative modifications for many poses make further individualization possible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdaptive Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, authors Ingrid Yang, MD, and Kyle Fahey, DPT, have combined their extensive backgrounds in yoga, medicine, and physical therapy with their unique insights and passion for movement and rehabilitation to present an essential guide for helping those with chronic conditions experience the countless physical and mental benefits of yoga practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga teachers, physical therapists, and other qualified health care professionals who work with adults with chronic conditions or disabilities; a reference for individuals with those conditions or disabilities.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Principles of Adapting Yoga\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga as Rehabilitation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e How the Body Moves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Adapting Yoga for Specific Disabilities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Low Back Pain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Rheumatoid Arthritis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Lower Limb Amputation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Spinal Cord Injury\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Parkinson’s Disease\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Stroke\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Multiple Sclerosis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Cerebral Palsy\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIngrid Yang, MD, JD, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT,\u003c\/b\u003e is a deeply knowledgeable, creative, and inspiring yoga therapist, teacher, and physician. She earned her doctorate of medicine from Rush Medical College in Chicago, Illinois. She then received postgraduate residency training at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, where she specialized in physical medicine and rehabilitation, completing a year of inpatient rehabilitation medicine training. Dr. Yang subsequently completed an internal medicine residency at Scripps Green Hospital in San Diego, California. She was awarded her juris doctorate at Duke University School of Law and received her bachelor of arts in economics at Barnard College in New York City. Her first book, \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Asanas: A Pocket Guide to Personal Practice\u003c\/i\u003e, was published by Human Kinetics in 2011. Dr. Yang leads teacher trainings, workshops, and retreats all over the world. She seeks to integrate her background in allopathic medicine with the ancient teachings of the centuries-old yoga traditions. Her teaching is seeded deeply in dharmic philosophies and an expert grasp of movement kinesiology. Her special focus on the physiology of healing through breath work, meditation, and mind–body connection brings a unique and joyful perspective to the practice and study of yoga. Prior to her current work, Dr. Yang was an intellectual property attorney; founded and owned Blue Point Yoga Center in Durham, North Carolina; and entertained audiences as a jazz singer in Australia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKyle Fahey, DPT, PT,\u003c\/b\u003e is a doctor of physical therapy and senior physical therapist at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, Illinois, the world’s largest and top-ranked acute rehabilitation hospital. As a graduate of Northwestern University’s doctor of physical therapy program, Dr. Fahey is an expert in biomechanics and rehabilitation for those with severe disabilities in all levels of rehab. He develops programs for his patients to regain and preserve strength, endurance, and balance following debilitating injury or illness. In 2017, Dr. Fahey was made Shirley Ryan’s pain management physical therapy director and specialist. In this role, he formulates pain-specific interventions and consultations to individuals with a wide variety of medical diagnoses throughout the hospital. He is the founder and creator of a weekly wheelchair yoga program for the hospital and seamlessly integrates adaptive yoga into his treatments. Dr. Fahey is also the chairman of the Telehealth and Technology in Practice Committee of the Illinois Physical Therapy Association and serves as an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association. As a leader in the physical therapy telehealth initiative, he strives to improve access to physical therapy care and believes that everyone can benefit from rehab.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Although the benefits of adaptive yoga for people with unique physical abilities are being increasingly recognized, there are no published guidelines for safe implementation. Dr. Yang's and Dr. Fahey's expertise in\u003c\/i\u003e Adaptive Yoga \u003ci\u003efills a much-needed void. This will be a go-to guide—not only for people with disabilities but also for yoga instructors and for health care professionals hoping to integrate holistic interventions with their patients.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kelly Krese, DPT, NCS,\u003c\/b\u003e Neurologic Physical Therapist at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“In this important work, Dr. Yang and Dr. Fahey invite you to come back to the essence of yoga, illustrating in a clear and comprehensive way how the postures can (and should) be adapted to each person according to their specific needs. This guide is an essential contribution to the field of yoga therapy, outlining safe and effective practices to promote healing and optimal well-being.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Rachel Krentzman PT, C-IAYT,\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Therapist, Yoga Therapist, and Author of \u003ci\u003eYoga for a Happy Back\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eScoliosis, Yoga Therapy, and the Art of Letting Go\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As a physical therapist and yoga and movement educator, I get goose bumps thinking about the power of this book's message and the overall work of Dr. Ingrid Yang. Ingrid is defying convention in her field to amplify and lead with a simple, noninvasive, nonpharmaceutical approach that could enhance the quality of life for those experiencing challenging and sometimes disabling conditions. This is a well-referenced guide to understanding how and why to apply yoga asana under a wide range of circumstances.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ariele Foster, DPT, PT, E-RYT 500,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of YogaAnatomyAcademy.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“This detailed yet accessibly written book is a gift for curious students of yoga, a resource for yoga teachers, and a primer for rehabilitation professionals seeking to understand the use of yoga asana as a targeted means of increasing strength and flexibility. It is also, crucially, a welcome portal to further exploration: As Dr. Yang and Dr. Fahey remind readers, “The goal of adaptive yoga is not only to modify yoga poses but to use yoga as a tool to improve mobility, function, and quality of life.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Laurie Hyland Robertson,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy Today\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This book is an amazing effort and accomplishment to help fill a void our health care system is not always able to fill.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bijal Patel, MD,\u003c\/b\u003e Nephrologist, Patient Advocate, and Physician Advocate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eAdaptive Yoga \u003ci\u003eis a well-thought-out introduction to yoga posture variations to help both yoga professionals and health care providers serve wider audiences. The book is an important bridge that will allow many more individuals to safely access the important health benefits of yoga asana practice.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD, C-IAYT,\u003c\/b\u003e National Yoga Safety Expert, Past President of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and Board Member of Accessible Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/benefits-of-yoga-for-rheumatoid-arthritis\"\u003eBenefits of yoga for rheumatoid arthritis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-is-adaptive-yoga\"\u003eWhat is adaptive yoga?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-poses-are-best-for-lower-back-pain\"\u003eWhat poses are best for lower back pain?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/why-yoga-as-a-rehabilitative-tool\"\u003eWhy yoga as a rehabilitative tool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Locust_Pose.jpg?v=1741341892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Locust_Pose.jpg?v=1741341892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modifications.jpg?v=1741341927\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modifications.jpg?v=1741341927\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Crescent_Lunge_with_Knee_Down.jpg?v=1741341962\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Crescent_Lunge_with_Knee_Down.jpg?v=1741341962\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modification_for_Spinal_Cord_Injury.jpg?v=1741341996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modification_for_Spinal_Cord_Injury.jpg?v=1741341996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Ingrid Yang,Kyle Fahey","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":32304456826954,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/ffa1c83f9135d2e7db884e5d82e7b506_18ffbe72-b092-439f-8445-f1a6c8b1397e.jpg?v=1778689088"},{"product_id":"adaptive-yoga-epub","title":"Adaptive Yoga epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e The massive growth in the popularity of yoga as a form of exercise and as a method of maintaining whole-body wellness has led to thousands of published research studies confirming what yoga practitioners already know: Yoga relieves stress, improves mental and emotional health, enhances sleep, relieves low back pain and neck pain, promotes weight loss, and even enables smoking cessation. Further study has proven that yoga helps individuals with disabilities improve their functional activities of daily living, recover from injuries, gain mobility, experience less pain, and manage anxiety and depressive symptoms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdaptive Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e takes these studies out of the research labs and onto the yoga mat to empower individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions to create an effective and safe yoga practice. If you work with these special populations as a yoga teacher or rehabilitative therapist, you will find guidance and recommended poses for some of the most common conditions and disabilities, including these: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Low back pain \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Hip, knee, and rheumatoid arthritis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Spinal cord injury \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Stroke \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cerebral palsy \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Lower limb amputation \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parkinson’s disease \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Multiple sclerosis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Each pose is presented in detail so you fully understand how it helps the student improve functionality. The text instructs the reader on how to enter, hold, and exit the pose safely, as well as why the pose is beneficial for that condition. When appropriate, contraindications are presented so the yoga practice can be tailored to address any additional conditions or limitations. Challenge variations and restorative modifications for many poses make further individualization possible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003ci\u003eAdaptive Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, authors Ingrid Yang, MD, and Kyle Fahey, DPT, have combined their extensive backgrounds in yoga, medicine, and physical therapy with their unique insights and passion for movement and rehabilitation to present an essential guide for helping those with chronic conditions experience the countless physical and mental benefits of yoga practice.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga teachers, physical therapists, and other qualified health care professionals who work with adults with chronic conditions or disabilities; a reference for individuals with those conditions or disabilities.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Principles of Adapting Yoga\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga as Rehabilitation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e How the Body Moves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Adapting Yoga for Specific Disabilities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Low Back Pain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Rheumatoid Arthritis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Lower Limb Amputation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Spinal Cord Injury\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Parkinson’s Disease\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Stroke\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Multiple Sclerosis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Cerebral Palsy\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIngrid Yang, MD, JD, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT,\u003c\/b\u003e is a deeply knowledgeable, creative, and inspiring yoga therapist, teacher, and physician. She earned her doctorate of medicine from Rush Medical College in Chicago, Illinois. She then received postgraduate residency training at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, where she specialized in physical medicine and rehabilitation, completing a year of inpatient rehabilitation medicine training. Dr. Yang subsequently completed an internal medicine residency at Scripps Green Hospital in San Diego, California. She was awarded her juris doctorate at Duke University School of Law and received her bachelor of arts in economics at Barnard College in New York City. Her first book, \u003ci\u003eHatha Yoga Asanas: A Pocket Guide to Personal Practice\u003c\/i\u003e, was published by Human Kinetics in 2011. Dr. Yang leads teacher trainings, workshops, and retreats all over the world. She seeks to integrate her background in allopathic medicine with the ancient teachings of the centuries-old yoga traditions. Her teaching is seeded deeply in dharmic philosophies and an expert grasp of movement kinesiology. Her special focus on the physiology of healing through breath work, meditation, and mind–body connection brings a unique and joyful perspective to the practice and study of yoga. Prior to her current work, Dr. Yang was an intellectual property attorney; founded and owned Blue Point Yoga Center in Durham, North Carolina; and entertained audiences as a jazz singer in Australia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKyle Fahey, DPT, PT,\u003c\/b\u003e is a doctor of physical therapy and senior physical therapist at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, Illinois, the world’s largest and top-ranked acute rehabilitation hospital. As a graduate of Northwestern University’s doctor of physical therapy program, Dr. Fahey is an expert in biomechanics and rehabilitation for those with severe disabilities in all levels of rehab. He develops programs for his patients to regain and preserve strength, endurance, and balance following debilitating injury or illness. In 2017, Dr. Fahey was made Shirley Ryan’s pain management physical therapy director and specialist. In this role, he formulates pain-specific interventions and consultations to individuals with a wide variety of medical diagnoses throughout the hospital. He is the founder and creator of a weekly wheelchair yoga program for the hospital and seamlessly integrates adaptive yoga into his treatments. Dr. Fahey is also the chairman of the Telehealth and Technology in Practice Committee of the Illinois Physical Therapy Association and serves as an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association. As a leader in the physical therapy telehealth initiative, he strives to improve access to physical therapy care and believes that everyone can benefit from rehab.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Although the benefits of adaptive yoga for people with unique physical abilities are being increasingly recognized, there are no published guidelines for safe implementation. Dr. Yang's and Dr. Fahey's expertise in\u003c\/i\u003e Adaptive Yoga \u003ci\u003efills a much-needed void. This will be a go-to guide—not only for people with disabilities but also for yoga instructors and for health care professionals hoping to integrate holistic interventions with their patients.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kelly Krese, DPT, NCS,\u003c\/b\u003e Neurologic Physical Therapist at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“In this important work, Dr. Yang and Dr. Fahey invite you to come back to the essence of yoga, illustrating in a clear and comprehensive way how the postures can (and should) be adapted to each person according to their specific needs. This guide is an essential contribution to the field of yoga therapy, outlining safe and effective practices to promote healing and optimal well-being.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Rachel Krentzman PT, C-IAYT,\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Therapist, Yoga Therapist, and Author of \u003ci\u003eYoga for a Happy Back\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eScoliosis, Yoga Therapy, and the Art of Letting Go\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As a physical therapist and yoga and movement educator, I get goose bumps thinking about the power of this book's message and the overall work of Dr. Ingrid Yang. Ingrid is defying convention in her field to amplify and lead with a simple, noninvasive, nonpharmaceutical approach that could enhance the quality of life for those experiencing challenging and sometimes disabling conditions. This is a well-referenced guide to understanding how and why to apply yoga asana under a wide range of circumstances.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ariele Foster, DPT, PT, E-RYT 500,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of YogaAnatomyAcademy.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“This detailed yet accessibly written book is a gift for curious students of yoga, a resource for yoga teachers, and a primer for rehabilitation professionals seeking to understand the use of yoga asana as a targeted means of increasing strength and flexibility. It is also, crucially, a welcome portal to further exploration: As Dr. Yang and Dr. Fahey remind readers, “The goal of adaptive yoga is not only to modify yoga poses but to use yoga as a tool to improve mobility, function, and quality of life.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Laurie Hyland Robertson,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy Today\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This book is an amazing effort and accomplishment to help fill a void our health care system is not always able to fill.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bijal Patel, MD,\u003c\/b\u003e Nephrologist, Patient Advocate, and Physician Advocate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eAdaptive Yoga \u003ci\u003eis a well-thought-out introduction to yoga posture variations to help both yoga professionals and health care providers serve wider audiences. The book is an important bridge that will allow many more individuals to safely access the important health benefits of yoga asana practice.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD, C-IAYT,\u003c\/b\u003e National Yoga Safety Expert, Past President of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and Board Member of Accessible Yoga\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/benefits-of-yoga-for-rheumatoid-arthritis\"\u003eBenefits of yoga for rheumatoid arthritis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-is-adaptive-yoga\"\u003eWhat is adaptive yoga?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-poses-are-best-for-lower-back-pain\"\u003eWhat poses are best for lower back pain?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/why-yoga-as-a-rehabilitative-tool\"\u003eWhy yoga as a rehabilitative tool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Locust_Pose.jpg?v=1741341892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Locust_Pose.jpg?v=1741341892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modifications.jpg?v=1741341927\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modifications.jpg?v=1741341927\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Crescent_Lunge_with_Knee_Down.jpg?v=1741341962\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Crescent_Lunge_with_Knee_Down.jpg?v=1741341962\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modification_for_Spinal_Cord_Injury.jpg?v=1741341996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Sample_Modification_for_Spinal_Cord_Injury.jpg?v=1741341996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Ingrid Yang,Kyle Fahey","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":32304457187402,"sku":"","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/fb13302c8a26ffb6f317e334b60bb259_7d35fa44-78a3-46ca-9d13-5b37c4a89075.jpg?v=1779866025"},{"product_id":"big-bold-yoga-for-the-plus-size-woman-epub","title":"Big \u0026 Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDespite what you may think, yoga is for \u003ci\u003eevery\u003c\/i\u003e body! Larger women can experience freedom, comfort, strength, and mobility in their bodies through the practice of yoga, and \u003ci\u003eBig \u0026amp; Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides clear instructions for safely performing 43 poses (asanas) in a variety of seated, kneeling, standing, reclined, and restorative positions. Poses feature multiple options for body positioning and prop usage, so you can choose the variations and make the adjustments that work best for your body, without forcing it into a potentially dangerous position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are new to the world of yoga or simply seeking guidance on practicing in the comfort of your own home, the sample sequences—including clear examples on how to assemble the poses and breathing exercises for maximum benefits—are invaluable. Sequences targeting specific objectives are also provided, with four energizing practices and four relaxing practices organized as 10-, 30-, and 60-minute practices. You’ll also find recommendations for comfortable clothing and learn how to get creative with yoga props to add some fun to your practice and make poses more comfortable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout the book, author Laura Burns shares her story of how she developed a love of yoga, discovering how it can be an empowering and wonderful way to move your body and celebrate what it can do at any size. With \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBig \u0026amp; Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, you will find the guidance, motivation, and inspiration to experience all the physical and mental benefits yoga has to offer. Yoga \u003ci\u003eis\u003c\/i\u003e meant for every body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePlus-size women who want to enjoy yoga tailored to their body; also for yoga teachers or other fitness professionals who work with bigger women.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Set for Success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Start With Confidence!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Get Your Gear\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Get Moving\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Warming Up and Breathing Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Seated and Kneeling Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Reclined Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Restorative Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Make a Plan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Creating a Home Practice Plan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Energizing Practices\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Relaxing Practices\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLaura Burns\u003c\/b\u003e is a Yoga Alliance Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 200) and a certified provider of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education hours. She holds a certification with Curvy Yoga and is a certified instructor with Accessible Yoga and Punk Rock Hoops. She is a community partner with the Yoga and Body Image Coalition and the creator of the HoopAsana and Radical Body Love yoga philosophies and practices.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Burns is a leader in the world of plus-size yoga and has studied with a number of recognized experts in the field of size-inclusive yoga, including Anna Guest-Jelley (Curvy Yoga) and Abby Lentz (HeavyWeight Yoga). In addition to training with these mentors, she continues to attend workshops and trainings on a variety of yoga disciplines, teaching techniques, and innovations in props and support. She has been interviewed for or authored a number of magazine articles, blog posts, podcasts, and television spots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Burns believes that every woman deserves to respect and honor the body she has today. Her personal mission is to help people be more present in their bodies and more loving toward themselves, moving forward toward advocating for themselves and living the life they deserve.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Laura Burns is the kind of inspiration and role model we need more than ever! Bold and bright, Laura is unapologetic about taking up space and encourages plus-size women to do the same.\u003c\/i\u003e Big \u0026amp; Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman \u003ci\u003eis a clarion call for confidence building through yoga for EVERY body. No exceptions. No bars to entry.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Melanie Klein, MA,\u003c\/b\u003e Professor of Sociology and Gender\/Women's Studies, Coeditor of \u003ci\u003eYoga and Body Image\u003c\/i\u003e, Cofounder of the Yoga and Body Image Coalition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As a fat woman, I have often felt like certain spaces don’t or won’t accommodate the needs of my body. Movement activities can often be rife with anxiety and uncertainty. When I look around mainstream yoga media and spaces, it is clear that they are created for thin, able-bodied people. Laura’s book recognized all my fears and offered useful information to move forward with a yoga practice that works for me. As a person with chronic pain, I know the benefits of yoga are immense—not only for my body but for my mental well-being as well. Thank you, Laura, for creating a space that centers on the experiences and abilities of folks in larger bodies; it is truly a blessing to have this book in the world.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Summer Michaud-Skog,\u003c\/b\u003e Author and Founder of Fat Girls Hiking\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/camel-pose-ustrasana\"\u003eCamel pose (Ustrasana)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/deep-relaxation-pose-savasana\"\u003eDeep-relaxation pose (Savasana)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/explore-common-myths-of-yoga-practice\"\u003eExplore common myths of yoga practice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/you-are-the-boss-of-your-body\"\u003eYou are the boss of your body\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose.jpg?v=1741345945\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose.jpg?v=1741345945\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741345979\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741345979\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose.jpg?v=1741346014\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose.jpg?v=1741346014\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741346048\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741346048\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Laura Burns","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":32673695825994,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/1a2bf7947468f023aa7905a776f3b1ef_24ae5b26-d48b-4e3b-8ace-5d1dacb6aa51.jpg?v=1779868873"},{"product_id":"big-bold-yoga-for-the-plus-size-woman","title":"Big \u0026 Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDespite what you may think, yoga is for \u003ci\u003eevery\u003c\/i\u003e body! Larger women can experience freedom, comfort, strength, and mobility in their bodies through the practice of yoga, and \u003ci\u003eBig \u0026amp; Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides clear instructions for safely performing 43 poses (asanas) in a variety of seated, kneeling, standing, reclined, and restorative positions. Poses feature multiple options for body positioning and prop usage, so you can choose the variations and make the adjustments that work best for your body, without forcing it into a potentially dangerous position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are new to the world of yoga or simply seeking guidance on practicing in the comfort of your own home, the sample sequences—including clear examples on how to assemble the poses and breathing exercises for maximum benefits—are invaluable. Sequences targeting specific objectives are also provided, with four energizing practices and four relaxing practices organized as 10-, 30-, and 60-minute practices. You’ll also find recommendations for comfortable clothing and learn how to get creative with yoga props to add some fun to your practice and make poses more comfortable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout the book, author Laura Burns shares her story of how she developed a love of yoga, discovering how it can be an empowering and wonderful way to move your body and celebrate what it can do at any size. With \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBig \u0026amp; Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, you will find the guidance, motivation, and inspiration to experience all the physical and mental benefits yoga has to offer. Yoga \u003ci\u003eis\u003c\/i\u003e meant for every body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePlus-size women who want to enjoy yoga tailored to their body; also for yoga teachers or other fitness professionals who work with bigger women.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Set for Success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Start With Confidence!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Get Your Gear\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Get Moving\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Warming Up and Breathing Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Seated and Kneeling Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Reclined Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Restorative Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Make a Plan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Creating a Home Practice Plan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Energizing Practices\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Relaxing Practices\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLaura Burns\u003c\/b\u003e is a Yoga Alliance Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 200) and a certified provider of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education hours. She holds a certification with Curvy Yoga and is a certified instructor with Accessible Yoga and Punk Rock Hoops. She is a community partner with the Yoga and Body Image Coalition and the creator of the HoopAsana and Radical Body Love yoga philosophies and practices.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Burns is a leader in the world of plus-size yoga and has studied with a number of recognized experts in the field of size-inclusive yoga, including Anna Guest-Jelley (Curvy Yoga) and Abby Lentz (HeavyWeight Yoga). In addition to training with these mentors, she continues to attend workshops and trainings on a variety of yoga disciplines, teaching techniques, and innovations in props and support. She has been interviewed for or authored a number of magazine articles, blog posts, podcasts, and television spots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Burns believes that every woman deserves to respect and honor the body she has today. Her personal mission is to help people be more present in their bodies and more loving toward themselves, moving forward toward advocating for themselves and living the life they deserve.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Laura Burns is the kind of inspiration and role model we need more than ever! Bold and bright, Laura is unapologetic about taking up space and encourages plus-size women to do the same.\u003c\/i\u003e Big \u0026amp; Bold: Yoga for the Plus-Size Woman \u003ci\u003eis a clarion call for confidence building through yoga for EVERY body. No exceptions. No bars to entry.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Melanie Klein, MA,\u003c\/b\u003e Professor of Sociology and Gender\/Women's Studies, Coeditor of \u003ci\u003eYoga and Body Image\u003c\/i\u003e, Cofounder of the Yoga and Body Image Coalition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“As a fat woman, I have often felt like certain spaces don’t or won’t accommodate the needs of my body. Movement activities can often be rife with anxiety and uncertainty. When I look around mainstream yoga media and spaces, it is clear that they are created for thin, able-bodied people. Laura’s book recognized all my fears and offered useful information to move forward with a yoga practice that works for me. As a person with chronic pain, I know the benefits of yoga are immense—not only for my body but for my mental well-being as well. Thank you, Laura, for creating a space that centers on the experiences and abilities of folks in larger bodies; it is truly a blessing to have this book in the world.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Summer Michaud-Skog,\u003c\/b\u003e Author and Founder of Fat Girls Hiking\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/camel-pose-ustrasana\"\u003eCamel pose (Ustrasana)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/deep-relaxation-pose-savasana\"\u003eDeep-relaxation pose (Savasana)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/explore-common-myths-of-yoga-practice\"\u003eExplore common myths of yoga practice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/you-are-the-boss-of-your-body\"\u003eYou are the boss of your body\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose.jpg?v=1741345945\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose.jpg?v=1741345945\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741345979\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bound_angle_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741345979\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose.jpg?v=1741346014\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose.jpg?v=1741346014\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741346048\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Five_pointed_star_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741346048\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Laura Burns","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":32673695858762,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/ef5f2f4f627f1b461e5d736cc59a8972_b969fb25-805e-431a-b6d3-164da76e9aa7.jpg?v=1777333391"},{"product_id":"yoga-for-runners-2nd-edition-epub","title":"Yoga for Runners 2nd Edition epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou already know that running can be invigorating, therapeutic, fun, and challenging. And you are likely painfully aware that it can lead to stiffness, muscle imbalances, and overuse injuries such as knee pain, shin splints, sciatica, and hamstring and groin strains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga for Runners\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e show you how to incorporate yoga and breathing techniques into your workouts, help you eliminate chronic aches and pains, and keep you running stronger and longer. Each of the featured yoga poses was exclusively selected for runners and is described in detail to ensure correct execution and improve strength, mobility, and flexibility. Every part of the body is addressed to help you strengthen the spine, core, upper body, hips, hamstrings, knees, and feet and ankle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccompanied by full-color photos, the poses are also arranged into 13 yoga sequences to address specific areas of concern such as core stability, strengthening and lengthening the hamstrings, increasing mobility of the hip joint, speeding up the recovery process after a practice run or race, and loosening the neck and shoulders, which is particularly beneficial for runners who sit much of the day. Anatomical illustrations and descriptions explain how the poses and sequences decrease your risk of acute or chronic injury as well as why they are beneficial to your training regimen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga for Runners\u003c\/i\u003e also features breathing and mindfulness techniques to help you become more alert to the signs of a possible injury developing and to know when you can push your body a bit harder.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow is the perfect time to start a yoga program that will help your endurance, strength, breathing, and mental sharpness and make your running experience more productive, pain free, and enjoyable for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eRunners of any distance, coaches and other fitness professionals who work with runners, and yoga teachers.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The Running–Yoga Connection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Fit Body and Mind\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Breathing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Prevent Injury\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Healthy Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Core Strength\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Upper Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Hips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Hamstrings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Knees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Feet and Ankles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Restore and Recover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga Sequences\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga Off the Mat\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e With an extensive history as a long-distance runner and yoga instructor, \u003cb\u003eChristine Felstead\u003c\/b\u003e has married her twin passions into a pioneering program for runners. She teaches yoga classes and workshops for runners and endurance athletes and is continually evolving her program to bring the best to runners—most recently expanding the strength component and incorporating functional mobility. Felstead’s Yoga for Runners teacher training program offers certification to instructors working in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Felstead presents regularly at international conferences and has produced two best-selling DVDs on yoga for runners and a six-episode educational series. She has been featured in numerous publications, including \u003ci\u003eRunner’s World\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWomen’s Running\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWomen’s Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSweat Equity\u003c\/i\u003e, and Canada’s \u003ci\u003eNational Post\u003c\/i\u003e. She resides in Toronto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/90-90-lunge-hover-pose\"\u003e90\/90 Lunge Hover pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/address-muscular-imbalances-with-yoga\"\u003eAddress muscular imbalances with yoga\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/finding-the-gluteus-medius\"\u003eFinding the gluteus medius\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/flexibility-versus-mobility\"\u003eFlexibility versus mobility\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high.jpg?v=1741383023\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high.jpg?v=1741383023\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high_continued.jpg?v=1741383058\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high_continued.jpg?v=1741383058\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hastrings_quads_and_gluets_trio.jpg?v=1741383092\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hastrings_quads_and_gluets_trio.jpg?v=1741383092\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hamstrings_curls_quadruped.jpg?v=1741383127\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hamstrings_curls_quadruped.jpg?v=1741383127\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Christine Felstead","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":39267236053066,"sku":null,"price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/411e79c478382e2d28edaa2b1b9624a3.jpg?v=1779899582"},{"product_id":"yoga-for-runners-2nd-edition","title":"Yoga for Runners-2nd Edition","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou already know that running can be invigorating, therapeutic, fun, and challenging. And you are likely painfully aware that it can lead to stiffness, muscle imbalances, and overuse injuries such as knee pain, shin splints, sciatica, and hamstring and groin strains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga for Runners\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e show you how to incorporate yoga and breathing techniques into your workouts, help you eliminate chronic aches and pains, and keep you running stronger and longer. Each of the featured yoga poses was exclusively selected for runners and is described in detail to ensure correct execution and improve strength, mobility, and flexibility. Every part of the body is addressed to help you strengthen the spine, core, upper body, hips, hamstrings, knees, and feet and ankles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccompanied by full-color photos, the poses are also arranged into 13 yoga sequences to address specific areas of concern such as core stability, strengthening and lengthening the hamstrings, increasing mobility of the hip joint, speeding up the recovery process after a practice run or race, and loosening the neck and shoulders, which is particularly beneficial for runners who sit much of the day. Anatomical illustrations and descriptions explain how the poses and sequences decrease your risk of acute or chronic injury as well as why they are beneficial to your training regimen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga for Runners\u003c\/i\u003e also features breathing and mindfulness techniques to help you become more alert to the signs of a possible injury developing and to know when you can push your body a bit harder.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow is the perfect time to start a yoga program that will help your endurance, strength, breathing, and mental sharpness and make your running experience more productive, pain free, and enjoyable for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eRunners of any distance, coaches and other fitness professionals who work with runners, and yoga teachers.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The Running–Yoga Connection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Fit Body and Mind\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Breathing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Prevent Injury\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Healthy Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Core Strength\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Upper Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Hips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Hamstrings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Knees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Feet and Ankles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Restore and Recover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga Sequences\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga Off the Mat\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e With an extensive history as a long-distance runner and yoga instructor, \u003cb\u003eChristine Felstead\u003c\/b\u003e has married her twin passions into a pioneering program for runners. She teaches yoga classes and workshops for runners and endurance athletes and is continually evolving her program to bring the best to runners—most recently expanding the strength component and incorporating functional mobility. Felstead’s Yoga for Runners teacher training program offers certification to instructors working in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Felstead presents regularly at international conferences and has produced two best-selling DVDs on yoga for runners and a six-episode educational series. She has been featured in numerous publications, including \u003ci\u003eRunner’s World\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWomen’s Running\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWomen’s Health\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSweat Equity\u003c\/i\u003e, and Canada’s \u003ci\u003eNational Post\u003c\/i\u003e. She resides in Toronto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/90-90-lunge-hover-pose\"\u003e90\/90 Lunge Hover pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/address-muscular-imbalances-with-yoga\"\u003eAddress muscular imbalances with yoga\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/finding-the-gluteus-medius\"\u003eFinding the gluteus medius\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/flexibility-versus-mobility\"\u003eFlexibility versus mobility\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high.jpg?v=1741383023\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high.jpg?v=1741383023\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high_continued.jpg?v=1741383058\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Lunges_low_kneeling_and_high_continued.jpg?v=1741383058\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hastrings_quads_and_gluets_trio.jpg?v=1741383092\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hastrings_quads_and_gluets_trio.jpg?v=1741383092\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hamstrings_curls_quadruped.jpg?v=1741383127\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Hamstrings_curls_quadruped.jpg?v=1741383127\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Christine Felstead","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":39267236118602,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/21b1bd4da4f9147ce69d42a346759743_619ae479-b609-4f53-82cb-94bc912988d1.jpg?v=1777419675"},{"product_id":"yoga-anatomy-3rd-edition-epub","title":"Yoga Anatomy 3rd Edition epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e With more than a million copies sold, \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e has become an invaluable resource for yoga practitioners, enthusiasts, and instructors around the world. Expanded and updated, the third edition of \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e will provide you with an even deeper understanding of yoga and of the structures and principles underlying each movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Building on the success of its predecessors, this revamped edition features new content to further augment your yoga practice: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new chapter offering history and context for the idea that anatomy is a story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated chapters on the skeletal and muscular systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new chapter on the nervous system that outlines its key functions and roles in the body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly expanded breathing and spine chapters to address disc anatomy and damage as well as back pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly added Cueing Callouts to provide tips and advice on teaching or performing a pose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew stick figure icons to simply depict the alignment of each pose for quick reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Breathing Inquiry section with each asana to illuminate the connection between breathing and a movement practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e This beautifully illustrated resource sorts yoga poses into six sections—standing, sitting, kneeling, supine, prone, and arm supports—and provides an inside look into each pose to offer a better understanding of the interactions of the muscles, joints, and nervous system that we use to create movement and breathing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Authors Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews, both internationally respected specialists in yoga and breath anatomy, offer a solid grounding in the principles of physical practice common to many systems of yoga. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have been practicing for years, Yoga Anatomy will be an invaluable resource—one that allows you to see each movement in an entirely new light.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga enthusiasts, yoga instructors, and other fitness professionals; reference for health and medical professionals and for physical education, kinesiology, and anatomy students.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Anatomy as a Story\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Skeletal System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Muscular System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Nervous System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga and the Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Dynamics of Breathing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Inside the Asana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Sitting Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Kneeling Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Supine Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Prone Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Arm Support Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Asana Indexes\u003cbr\u003e Joint Index\u003cbr\u003e Muscle Index\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLeslie Kaminoff\u003c\/b\u003e is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar, one of the world’s foremost authorities on the individualized, breath-centered application of yoga for healing. Leslie is the founder of The Breathing Project, a New York City nonprofit organization dedicated to the educational enrichment of the yoga, movement, and embodiment communities. An internationally recognized specialist with over four decades of experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy, Kaminoff has led workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools, and training programs worldwide. He has also produced and helped to organize international conferences and has actively participated in the ongoing national debate regarding certification standards for yoga teachers and yoga therapists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Kaminoff is the founder of the highly respected yoga blog e-Sutra and creator of a wealth of digital content, including the highly successful online courses at yogaanatomy.net. Leslie and his work and life partner, Lydia Mann, travel and teach together; they reside in both New York City and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmy Matthews\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching movement workshops and courses in the United States and internationally since 1994. Integrating experiential anatomy, kinesiology, embryology, and developmental movement with inquiries into pedagogy, educational philosophy, and movement practices, she has taught on somatic certification programs and in a variety of university and studio settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Amy is a Body-Mind Centering teacher, an Infant Developmental Movement Educator, a Certified Movement Analyst, and a movement therapist and yoga teacher. She cofounded Babies Project with Sarah Barnaby, and with Leslie Kaminoff she created the advanced studies program for The Breathing Project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e She is currently based in Maine and New York City.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/nose-breathing-versus-mouth-breathing\"\u003eNose breathing versus mouth breathing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stability-starts-with-gravity\"\u003eStability starts with gravity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/the-myth-of-diaphragmatic-breathing\"\u003eThe myth of diaphragmatic breathing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382482\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382482\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382517\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382517\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382552\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382552\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Leslie Kaminoff,Amy Matthews","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":39349349351498,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/8cc76ebdff33b6aad35e4195e8f81ab6_aff958f6-3714-4871-86ce-3e9ed835dde5.jpg?v=1777419257"},{"product_id":"yoga-anatomy-3rd-edition","title":"Yoga Anatomy-3rd Edition","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e With more than a million copies sold, \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e has become an invaluable resource for yoga practitioners, enthusiasts, and instructors around the world. Expanded and updated, the third edition of \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e will provide you with an even deeper understanding of yoga and of the structures and principles underlying each movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Building on the success of its predecessors, this revamped edition features new content to further augment your yoga practice: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new chapter offering history and context for the idea that anatomy is a story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated chapters on the skeletal and muscular systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new chapter on the nervous system that outlines its key functions and roles in the body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly expanded breathing and spine chapters to address disc anatomy and damage as well as back pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly added Cueing Callouts to provide tips and advice on teaching or performing a pose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew stick figure icons to simply depict the alignment of each pose for quick reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Breathing Inquiry section with each asana to illuminate the connection between breathing and a movement practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e This beautifully illustrated resource sorts yoga poses into six sections—standing, sitting, kneeling, supine, prone, and arm supports—and provides an inside look into each pose to offer a better understanding of the interactions of the muscles, joints, and nervous system that we use to create movement and breathing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Authors Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews, both internationally respected specialists in yoga and breath anatomy, offer a solid grounding in the principles of physical practice common to many systems of yoga. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have been practicing for years, Yoga Anatomy will be an invaluable resource—one that allows you to see each movement in an entirely new light.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga enthusiasts, yoga instructors, and other fitness professionals; reference for health and medical professionals and for physical education, kinesiology, and anatomy students.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Anatomy as a Story\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Skeletal System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Muscular System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Nervous System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga and the Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Dynamics of Breathing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Inside the Asana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Sitting Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Kneeling Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Supine Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Prone Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Arm Support Poses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Asana Indexes\u003cbr\u003e Joint Index\u003cbr\u003e Muscle Index\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLeslie Kaminoff\u003c\/b\u003e is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar, one of the world’s foremost authorities on the individualized, breath-centered application of yoga for healing. Leslie is the founder of The Breathing Project, a New York City nonprofit organization dedicated to the educational enrichment of the yoga, movement, and embodiment communities. An internationally recognized specialist with over four decades of experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy, Kaminoff has led workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools, and training programs worldwide. He has also produced and helped to organize international conferences and has actively participated in the ongoing national debate regarding certification standards for yoga teachers and yoga therapists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Kaminoff is the founder of the highly respected yoga blog e-Sutra and creator of a wealth of digital content, including the highly successful online courses at yogaanatomy.net. Leslie and his work and life partner, Lydia Mann, travel and teach together; they reside in both New York City and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmy Matthews\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching movement workshops and courses in the United States and internationally since 1994. Integrating experiential anatomy, kinesiology, embryology, and developmental movement with inquiries into pedagogy, educational philosophy, and movement practices, she has taught on somatic certification programs and in a variety of university and studio settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Amy is a Body-Mind Centering teacher, an Infant Developmental Movement Educator, a Certified Movement Analyst, and a movement therapist and yoga teacher. She cofounded Babies Project with Sarah Barnaby, and with Leslie Kaminoff she created the advanced studies program for The Breathing Project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e She is currently based in Maine and New York City.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/nose-breathing-versus-mouth-breathing\"\u003eNose breathing versus mouth breathing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stability-starts-with-gravity\"\u003eStability starts with gravity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/the-myth-of-diaphragmatic-breathing\"\u003eThe myth of diaphragmatic breathing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382482\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Halasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382482\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382517\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose.jpg?v=1741382517\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382552\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Anantasana_pose_continued.jpg?v=1741382552\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Leslie Kaminoff,Amy Matthews","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":39350845866058,"sku":null,"price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/348d774698f200126ce5e0e8eeb0e140_9e95b327-4059-460c-8c6d-1db32b7211b0.jpg?v=1777419342"},{"product_id":"pilates-3rd-edition-epub","title":"Pilates 3rd Edition epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eA comprehensive guide to Pilates for all experience levels.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The most acclaimed, comprehensive guide for Pilates is back with \u003cb\u003eall-new photos\u003c\/b\u003e and more variations, modifications, and progressions than ever before.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003ci\u003ePilates, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e world-renowned Pilates expert Rael Isacowitz draws on \u003cb\u003eover four decades of experience\u003c\/b\u003e to offer you a path to total health and well-being through the Pilates method. 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After the mat work, \u003ci\u003ePilates \u003c\/i\u003egoes on to apply the same depth of instruction and photos to the full range of Pilates apparatus: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Reformer \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cadillac \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Wunda chair \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ladder barrel, also known as the high barrel \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Step barrel, also known as the spine corrector \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ped-a-pul \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Arm chair (F2 chair) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Magic circle \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e There are \u003cb\u003emore than 200 exercises\u003c\/b\u003e, categorized by body region. The exercises include difficulty ratings, recommended resistance ranges, and explanations of not only how to perform the movements but also how practitioners will benefit from them. \u003cb\u003eNew variations, modifications, and progressions\u003c\/b\u003e for many of those exercises offer additional options for tailoring the exercises based on ability, skill, or preference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The book includes a purposeful grouping of exercises into programs that work all regions of the body and progress from the fundamental level through the intermediate and advanced levels to challenge you at all stages of Pilates practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pilates is a holistic approach to well-being that offers a bridge between mind and body, between everyday life and optimal performance, and between rehabilitation and healthy movement. When used to its full potential, it can enhance every aspect of life. So whether you are young or old, are able-bodied or live with restricted mobility, \u003ci\u003ePilates \u003c\/i\u003ecan improve your balance, concentration, coordination, posture, muscle tone, core strength, flexibility, and overall well-being.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eIntermediate to advanced Pilates practitioners and Pilates teachers.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Enhancing the Mind and Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Alignment, Posture, and Movement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Powerful Pilates Practice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Mat Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Universal Reformer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Cadillac\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Wunda Chair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Barrels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Ped-a-Pul\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e F2 Chair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Magic Circle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Sample Exercise Routines\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRael Isacowitz\u003c\/b\u003e received his bachelor of education degree from the Wingate Institute in Israel, where he was later invited to join the faculty, and his master of arts degree in dance from the University of Surrey in England. He worked extensively as a professional dancer and dance educator in Israel, England, Australia, and the United States. Rael was introduced to Pilates in the late 1970s and has since been practicing and teaching Pilates throughout the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1989, Rael founded BASI (Body Arts and Science International) Pilates, a comprehensive Pilates educational organization spanning the globe. Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, BASI Pilates is represented in more than 50 countries. Over 50,000 students have experienced the BASI teacher training programs, Learn From the Leaders conferences, and other advanced workshops and continuing education courses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRael spearheaded the development of BASI Interactive, a one-of-a-kind elearning platform, and he designed the original concepts for BASI Systems Pilates equipment. Rael has written two bestselling books that have been translated into multiple languages: \u003ci\u003ePilates\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics) and \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics), the latter of which was coauthored by Karen Clippinger. He has published a series of comprehensive workbooks that serve as a road map for professionals. With over 1,000 pages of content, these workbooks (which are used in the BASI Legacy Program) cover everything from the basics to the most advanced repertoire. In the early 2000s, Rael was featured in a series of DVDs that remain universally popular today. He was a founding board member of Pilates Method Alliance. He has written for, and been featured in, professional publications such as \u003ci\u003ePilates Style\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, for which he was the Q\u0026amp;A expert for over seven years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRael is honored to be part of the great legacy of Pilates teachers and mentors. He has studied from, and taught with, luminaries of the Pilates world, including several first-generation Pilates teachers. Among these Pilates elders was Kathy Grant, who Rael regards as his greatest teacher and mentor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRael’s myriad contributions to Pilates as a teacher, author, and innovator are recognized and respected internationally. Passion, compassion, and excellence guide Rael in all he does. Creativity and commitment permeate his work and his daily practice. Rael brings to Pilates a unique athleticism—a synthesis of body, mind, and spirit.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“Rael draws from his vast experience and expertise to provide a clear, comprehensive, creative, and inspiring presentation of the Pilates repertoire for the mat and apparatus. His keen descriptions of the technique and the benefits allow readers to experience the depth of the Pilates method as well as make appropriate exercise selections and modifications for both themselves and clients.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Karen Clippinger, MSPE,\u003c\/b\u003e Professor Emerita of California State University at Long Beach and Lecturer for BASI Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The two Pilates books I refer to most often are Joseph Pilates’\u003c\/i\u003e Return to Life Through Contrology \u003ci\u003eand Rael Isacowitz’s\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates\u003ci\u003e. They are must-have reference works for Pilates teachers, students, and clients. I have known Rael for many years. In this book you will meet Rael, the multitalented and knowledgeable man and teacher. He presents his approach to Pilates with simplicity and love, and he inspires you to do your best. Bravo, Rael!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Lolita San Miguel, PMA, CPT,\u003c\/b\u003e First-Generation Pilates Teacher Certified by Joseph Pilates and Carola Trier\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/adapting-exercises-while-preserving-the-legacy-of-pilates\"\u003eAdapting exercises while preserving the legacy of Pilates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/front-support-pilates-exercise\"\u003eFront support Pilates exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/placement-of-the-head-in-pilates\"\u003ePlacement of the head in Pilates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stabilizing-the-trunk-and-pelvis\"\u003eStabilizing the trunk and pelvis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Alignment_posture_and_movement.jpg?v=1741367548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Alignment_posture_and_movement.jpg?v=1741367548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Roll_Down_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Roll_Down_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Pelvic_Curl_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367617\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Pelvic_Curl_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367617\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Parallel_Heels.jpg?v=1741367651\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Parallel_Heels.jpg?v=1741367651\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Rael Isacowitz","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":39434781524042,"sku":null,"price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/e18e1b004333bbc0b2fc74170f280eb5_35be2643-18f2-4b94-b5d4-102a00b97574.jpg?v=1779886444"},{"product_id":"pilates-3rd-edition","title":"Pilates-3rd Edition","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eA comprehensive guide to Pilates for all experience levels.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The most acclaimed, comprehensive guide for Pilates is back with \u003cb\u003eall-new photos\u003c\/b\u003e and more variations, modifications, and progressions than ever before.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003ci\u003ePilates, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e world-renowned Pilates expert Rael Isacowitz draws on \u003cb\u003eover four decades of experience\u003c\/b\u003e to offer you a path to total health and well-being through the Pilates method. Whether you are a beginner, a teacher using Pilates in a therapeutic setting, or a veteran instructor working with athletes, this resource will help you tap into the potential of the mind–body connection to gain the elusive edge in training.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePilates \u003c\/i\u003estarts with the foundation for all the exercises by presenting an in-depth treatment of mat work, including photos, imagery, and detailed instruction on breathing to help you perform the movements correctly. After the mat work, \u003ci\u003ePilates \u003c\/i\u003egoes on to apply the same depth of instruction and photos to the full range of Pilates apparatus: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Reformer \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cadillac \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Wunda chair \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ladder barrel, also known as the high barrel \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Step barrel, also known as the spine corrector \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ped-a-pul \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Arm chair (F2 chair) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Magic circle \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e There are \u003cb\u003emore than 200 exercises\u003c\/b\u003e, categorized by body region. The exercises include difficulty ratings, recommended resistance ranges, and explanations of not only how to perform the movements but also how practitioners will benefit from them. \u003cb\u003eNew variations, modifications, and progressions\u003c\/b\u003e for many of those exercises offer additional options for tailoring the exercises based on ability, skill, or preference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The book includes a purposeful grouping of exercises into programs that work all regions of the body and progress from the fundamental level through the intermediate and advanced levels to challenge you at all stages of Pilates practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pilates is a holistic approach to well-being that offers a bridge between mind and body, between everyday life and optimal performance, and between rehabilitation and healthy movement. When used to its full potential, it can enhance every aspect of life. So whether you are young or old, are able-bodied or live with restricted mobility, \u003ci\u003ePilates \u003c\/i\u003ecan improve your balance, concentration, coordination, posture, muscle tone, core strength, flexibility, and overall well-being.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eIntermediate to advanced Pilates practitioners and Pilates teachers.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Enhancing the Mind and Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Alignment, Posture, and Movement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Powerful Pilates Practice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Mat Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Universal Reformer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Cadillac\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Wunda Chair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Barrels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Ped-a-Pul\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e F2 Chair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Magic Circle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Sample Exercise Routines\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRael Isacowitz\u003c\/b\u003e received his bachelor of education degree from the Wingate Institute in Israel, where he was later invited to join the faculty, and his master of arts degree in dance from the University of Surrey in England. He worked extensively as a professional dancer and dance educator in Israel, England, Australia, and the United States. Rael was introduced to Pilates in the late 1970s and has since been practicing and teaching Pilates throughout the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1989, Rael founded BASI (Body Arts and Science International) Pilates, a comprehensive Pilates educational organization spanning the globe. Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, BASI Pilates is represented in more than 50 countries. Over 50,000 students have experienced the BASI teacher training programs, Learn From the Leaders conferences, and other advanced workshops and continuing education courses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRael spearheaded the development of BASI Interactive, a one-of-a-kind elearning platform, and he designed the original concepts for BASI Systems Pilates equipment. Rael has written two bestselling books that have been translated into multiple languages: \u003ci\u003ePilates\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics) and \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics), the latter of which was coauthored by Karen Clippinger. He has published a series of comprehensive workbooks that serve as a road map for professionals. With over 1,000 pages of content, these workbooks (which are used in the BASI Legacy Program) cover everything from the basics to the most advanced repertoire. In the early 2000s, Rael was featured in a series of DVDs that remain universally popular today. He was a founding board member of Pilates Method Alliance. He has written for, and been featured in, professional publications such as \u003ci\u003ePilates Style\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, for which he was the Q\u0026amp;A expert for over seven years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRael is honored to be part of the great legacy of Pilates teachers and mentors. He has studied from, and taught with, luminaries of the Pilates world, including several first-generation Pilates teachers. Among these Pilates elders was Kathy Grant, who Rael regards as his greatest teacher and mentor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRael’s myriad contributions to Pilates as a teacher, author, and innovator are recognized and respected internationally. Passion, compassion, and excellence guide Rael in all he does. Creativity and commitment permeate his work and his daily practice. Rael brings to Pilates a unique athleticism—a synthesis of body, mind, and spirit.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“Rael draws from his vast experience and expertise to provide a clear, comprehensive, creative, and inspiring presentation of the Pilates repertoire for the mat and apparatus. His keen descriptions of the technique and the benefits allow readers to experience the depth of the Pilates method as well as make appropriate exercise selections and modifications for both themselves and clients.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Karen Clippinger, MSPE,\u003c\/b\u003e Professor Emerita of California State University at Long Beach and Lecturer for BASI Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The two Pilates books I refer to most often are Joseph Pilates’\u003c\/i\u003e Return to Life Through Contrology \u003ci\u003eand Rael Isacowitz’s\u003c\/i\u003e Pilates\u003ci\u003e. They are must-have reference works for Pilates teachers, students, and clients. I have known Rael for many years. In this book you will meet Rael, the multitalented and knowledgeable man and teacher. He presents his approach to Pilates with simplicity and love, and he inspires you to do your best. Bravo, Rael!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Lolita San Miguel, PMA, CPT,\u003c\/b\u003e First-Generation Pilates Teacher Certified by Joseph Pilates and Carola Trier\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/adapting-exercises-while-preserving-the-legacy-of-pilates\"\u003eAdapting exercises while preserving the legacy of Pilates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/front-support-pilates-exercise\"\u003eFront support Pilates exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/placement-of-the-head-in-pilates\"\u003ePlacement of the head in Pilates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/stabilizing-the-trunk-and-pelvis\"\u003eStabilizing the trunk and pelvis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Alignment_posture_and_movement.jpg?v=1741367548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Alignment_posture_and_movement.jpg?v=1741367548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Roll_Down_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Roll_Down_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Pelvic_Curl_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367617\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Pelvic_Curl_Exercise.jpg?v=1741367617\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Parallel_Heels.jpg?v=1741367651\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Parallel_Heels.jpg?v=1741367651\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Rael Isacowitz","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":39434781655114,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/0557c9f5976731f3e2a1ac632e9978ce.jpg?v=1777382318"},{"product_id":"total-body-beautiful","title":"Total Body Beautiful","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e A woman's mind and body change as she goes through life, and so should her outlook on what it means to be healthy and fit. If you're a woman over age 35, you need fitness and wellness advice that's uniquely tailored to your needs so you can look and feel your best. You need \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith combined decades of experience and dozens of fitness certifications and credentials, the expert team of authors, Andrea Orbeck, Desi Bartlett, and Nicole Stuart, have worked with hundreds of celebrities, supermodels, and ordinary women to develop workout and wellness solutions to stay active and feel good in their own skin—and they can do the same for you. These authors understand the complexities of women's bodies and the changes that occur as women age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore than an exercise guide, \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e explores the changes that women experience during and after pregnancy, during perimenopause, and during and after menopause. You’ll learn how hormones affect your physical body and emotional wellness, the effects of exercise on the brain, and how nutrition affects the way you look and feel. You'll find insider tips and client stories from celebrities and clients who the authors have worked with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll get practical and research-backed advice on improving strength, mobility, flexibility, and aerobic fitness. You’ll learn how to choose fitness activities based on your goals—both now and when your life priorities change. With 100 different exercises—spanning yoga, Pilates, and strength exercises—you'll have plenty of options to choose from when creating your workouts build, no matter what life stage you are in. Sample plans help you consider your needs when creating daily and weekly workout schedules, or you can choose from over two dozen predesigned yoga, Pilates, strength and cardio, and combination workouts for instant variety and effectiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMovement in many forms is the key to building and maintaining a healthy body and mind at any age. Get a renewed outlook on what it means to be fit with \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units! \u003c\/b\u003eA continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eWomen over age 35 who want to embrace a consistent fitness plan; personal trainers and other fitness professionals who work with women over age 35.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. What’s Going On Inside\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Changes    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Mental Shifts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Emotional Adjustments\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Fitness Activities and Exercises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Strength Training and Aerobic Fitness\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Plan for Consistency\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Create Your Plan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Activity-Specific Workouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Combined Workouts\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAndrea Orbeck\u003c\/b\u003e has been credited for sculpting some of the world’s most beautiful bodies, including Julia Roberts, Gigi Hadid, Kimora Lee Simmons, and supermodels Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova, and Doutzen Kroes. But it is her work with everyday women that drives her passion as a fitness expert. Orbeck studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary and is certified for intracellular physiology, postural assessment, and myofascial release therapy. She is certified as a pregnancy fitness specialist by the American Fitness Professionals Association (AFPA) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrbeck has been featured in publications such as \u003ci\u003eDepartures\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eElle\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSelf\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlamour\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFitness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAllure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOK Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLA Confidential\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e. She was invited to participate in the 2013 TED Conference to educate attendees on kinetics and ergonomics in their corporate environment. She shares recipes, videos, and other valued advice through social media. Orbeck is the creator and star of the bestselling DVDs \u003ci\u003eSupermodel Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePregnancy Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e, and she has appeared on major television networks in the United States, Canada, and Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesi Bartlett MS, CPT E-RYT,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching health and wellness for over 25 years. She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought after international presenter and spokesperson. Bartlett earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology and her master's degree in corporate fitness, and she is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in exercise science. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and group fitness. She is a continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers. She has worked with the U.S. Navy and several large companies, including Manduka, Gaiam, Equinox, YogaWorks, Mattel, and ConsumerTrack. Over the years, her roster of private clients has included Alicia Silverstone, Adam Levine, Kate Hudson, Shailene Woodley, Emma Roberts, Ashley Tisdale, Yael Braun, and many more high profile executives. Bartlett has been featured on networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. She starred in 10 yoga, fitness, and dance DVDs, including \u003ci\u003eBetter Belly Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLatin Groove\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePrenatal Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, which have been distributed in the United States, Latin America, and Europe. She guides women in a full offering of prenatal and postnatal yoga practices through Beachbody on Demand. She has worked as a product director for Gaiam, group fitness manager for Equinox Santa Monica, and executive and global ambassador for Manduka. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eYour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy\u003c\/i\u003e, an informative and inspiring guide for pregnancy and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicole Stuart\u003c\/b\u003e is a top celebrity trainer, actress, and writer based in West Hollywood, California. Trained by Pilates guru Mari Winsor, Stuart practices a creative style of Pilates that blends dance moves, yoga, stretching, and cross-training. She drew from her 14 years of studying various forms of dance, including jazz, modern jazz, ballet, and tap in developing this unique, fun, but challenging workout style. She has celebrity endorsements from Kate Hudson, Ashley Benson, Anna Faris, Tracey Edmonds, and Julia Ormond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStuart has appeared in numerous magazines, including \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eW Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eRedbook\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eInStyle\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCosmopolitan\u003c\/i\u003e. She has also appeared with Faith Ford as part of the \u003ci\u003eMind, Body, Balance\u003c\/i\u003e web series.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Working with Desi is one of my favorite things. Anytime my anxiety is high, she helps bring me back to the present moment through yoga. I met her through my doula and have been working with her since being pregnant. Her practice is amazing, and her visualization meditations ground me. I always feel amazing after a session with her! I'm so lucky to have her in my life; she is a gift to this world!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ashley Tisdale, \u003c\/b\u003eActress and Founder of Frenshe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nicole helped me sculpt my body and get in tip-top shape for \u003c\/i\u003eHouse Bunny\u003ci\u003e.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Anna Faris\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Andrea is a great trainer and very educated about the body. She motivated me and made it fun to train with her in 2009 after the birth of my daughter.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Heidi Klum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"The most humbling transformation occurred in me when I made the decision to dedicate time to my body in a loving way through Pilates. Not only did my physical body transform into the lithe, dancer’s shape I’d always dreamed of (yet thought was beyond my grasp), I also realized that inherent in this practice was a key to calming my overactive mind and returning wholly to my body. One of the greatest gifts I have ever given myself was committing to show up and see what my body was capable of.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Scout Willis,\u003c\/b\u003e Musician and Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Andrea brings an optimism and variety to my workouts that I've never before experienced with a trainer. Her deep knowledge of the body—applied specifically to my goals and life—has changed the way I view fitness and what is possible.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kimora Lee Simmons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"During the shutdowns in 2020 I started working out with Desi, Nicole, and Andy online. I love the workouts and continue to enjoy them. An unexpected benefit was learning more about meditation techniques. Using the mantra ‘peace’ helped me through handling my own experience with COVID-19. One night my ability to breath was getting worse, and I began to panic that I wouldn't be able to breath. As my heart rate started to increase, I began to repeat the mantra ‘peace’ over and over and, by using meditation, I was able to slow down my heart rate and control my breathing immensely. Meditation helped me not only that night but many times during my experience with COVID-19. It was a blessing.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jaime Catmull, \u003c\/b\u003eForbes Contributor, Your Money Champion Columnist for GOBankingRates.com, and Vice President of Partnerships at ConsumerTrack\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nicole is the most incredible person and Pilates teacher. Through Nicole, my husband Nick and I discovered Pilates in the truest form as taught by Joseph Pilates. I have been so inspired by Nicole and her wonderful teaching. We will always be so grateful to Nicole.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Susie Cave, \u003c\/b\u003eFounder of The Vampire's Wife\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Desi not only changed my pregnancy, but she changed my life. Her warm, kind, grounding, intuitive love encouraged me to be respectful of what my body needed in such a tender time. She encouraged me to listen to myself, to trust myself, and to make decisions for my baby and me. I will never forget training with her about a year after my daughter Hart was born. I was debating whether or not it was time to finish nursing, and I knew this was probably my last time breastfeeding. I was so confused and emotional. Desi suggested we meditate to end our session, and when we got up she held my hand and just said, ‘it’s OK to be done.’ I cried as I hugged her and thanked her for giving me the permission I didn’t know I was looking for. Of course, the workouts and yoga were unequivocally beneficial to my pregnancy, but really it was the emotional love, support, and grounding that Desi gave me that will stay with me for a lifetime.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Yael Cohen, \u003c\/b\u003eCofounder of F*** Cancer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I met Nicole Stuart after I had my third child and was over 40. I had a big job as the first woman copresident of a major talent agency. Two of my clients gifted me 10 sessions with Nicole, and we have been working together ever since. When we first started, my muscles were very tight, and I couldn’t get close to getting my legs over my head, but now I do it easily. I consider my weekly Pilates sessions a key part of my anti-aging regimen.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Nancy Josephson, \u003c\/b\u003ePartner at WME Talent Agency\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Depleted. That’s how I felt when I was introduced to Desi Bartlett. I had just gone through seven rounds of fertility treatments before and during the pandemic to conceive my second child and had been diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease during my postpartum season. I was utterly exhausted and gearing up to return to my full-time career. As a seasoned creative executive, I had mastered my professional life but had neglected my body and spirit. Before meeting Desi, I had tried every fitness class, trainer, app, and trend you can imagine and still felt a lack of routine, progress, and impact—internally and externally. After meeting Desi, for the first time in my life I felt I found what I was looking for in a workout: a workout that starts from the inside out. I am being restored and strengthened by the tools, exercises, and practices that Desi has created for me. Desi is my ultimate coach, trainer, and friend. She has helped me connect within to be ever strong on the outside. Whether I am navigating my career, my family, or the world, I now feel rooted and capable to focus on what I value and what will nourish my whole being. There is no one like Desi! Read her book and you will unlock the strategies to live a more connected approach to well-being. Desi will take you deeper to transform your heart, soul, and body to become unstoppable!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Gabrielle Raymond McGee, \u003c\/b\u003eChief Operating Officer of Tory Burch Foundation and Board Member of Mission Blue\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/consistency-in-workout-routines-and-achieving-goals\"\u003eConsistency in Workout Routines and Achieving Goals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/four-reasons-to-exercise-in-your-30s-and-beyond\"\u003eFour Reasons to Exercise in Your 30s and Beyond\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/how-to-establish-healthy-boundaries-for-emotional-health\"\u003eHow to Establish Healthy Boundaries for Emotional Health\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Families_of_yoga_postures.jpg?v=1741379241\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Families_of_yoga_postures.jpg?v=1741379241\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Benefits_of_yoga_pose_families.jpg?v=1741379276\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Benefits_of_yoga_pose_families.jpg?v=1741379276\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose.jpg?v=1741379310\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose.jpg?v=1741379310\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose_variation.jpg?v=1741379345\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose_variation.jpg?v=1741379345\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Andrea Orbeck,Desi Bartlett,Nicole Stuart","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":39520784220234,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/22541bda3feed4e16b2c831b89c6dabc.jpg?v=1777998751"},{"product_id":"total-body-beautiful-epub","title":"Total Body Beautiful epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA woman's mind and body change as she goes through life, and so should her outlook on what it means to be healthy and fit. If you're a woman over age 35, you need fitness and wellness advice that's uniquely tailored to your needs so you can look and feel your best. You need \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith combined decades of experience and dozens of fitness certifications and credentials, the expert team of authors, Andrea Orbeck, Desi Bartlett, and Nicole Stuart, have worked with hundreds of celebrities, supermodels, and ordinary women to develop workout and wellness solutions to stay active and feel good in their own skin—and they can do the same for you. These authors understand the complexities of women's bodies and the changes that occur as women age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore than an exercise guide, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e explores the changes that women experience during and after pregnancy, during perimenopause, and during and after menopause. You’ll learn how hormones affect your physical body and emotional wellness, the effects of exercise on the brain, and how nutrition affects the way you look and feel. You'll find insider tips and client stories from celebrities and clients who the authors have worked with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll get practical and research-backed advice on improving strength, mobility, flexibility, and aerobic fitness. You’ll learn how to choose fitness activities based on your goals—both now and when your life priorities change. With 100 different exercises—spanning yoga, Pilates, and strength exercises—you'll have plenty of options to choose from when creating your workouts build, no matter what life stage you are in. Sample plans help you consider your needs when creating daily and weekly workout schedules, or you can choose from over two dozen predesigned yoga, Pilates, strength and cardio, and combination workouts for instant variety and effectiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement in many forms is the key to building and maintaining a healthy body and mind at any age. Get a renewed outlook on what it means to be fit with \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eWomen over age 35 who want to embrace a consistent fitness plan; personal trainers and other fitness professionals who work with women over age 35.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. What’s Going On Inside\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Changes    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Mental Shifts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Emotional Adjustments\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Fitness Activities and Exercises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Strength Training and Aerobic Fitness\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Plan for Consistency\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Create Your Plan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Activity-Specific Workouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Combined Workouts\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAndrea Orbeck\u003c\/b\u003e has been credited for sculpting some of the world’s most beautiful bodies, including Julia Roberts, Gigi Hadid, Kimora Lee Simmons, and supermodels Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova, and Doutzen Kroes. But it is her work with everyday women that drives her passion as a fitness expert. Orbeck studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary and is certified for intracellular physiology, postural assessment, and myofascial release therapy. She is certified as a pregnancy fitness specialist by the American Fitness Professionals Association (AFPA) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrbeck has been featured in publications such as \u003ci\u003eDepartures\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eElle\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSelf\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlamour\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFitness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAllure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOK Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLA Confidential\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e. She was invited to participate in the 2013 TED Conference to educate attendees on kinetics and ergonomics in their corporate environment. She shares recipes, videos, and other valued advice through social media. Orbeck is the creator and star of the bestselling DVDs \u003ci\u003eSupermodel Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePregnancy Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e, and she has appeared on major television networks in the United States, Canada, and Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesi Bartlett MS, CPT E-RYT,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching health and wellness for over 25 years. She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought after international presenter and spokesperson. Bartlett earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology and her master's degree in corporate fitness, and she is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in exercise science. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and group fitness. She is a continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers. She has worked with the U.S. Navy and several large companies, including Manduka, Gaiam, Equinox, YogaWorks, Mattel, and ConsumerTrack. Over the years, her roster of private clients has included Alicia Silverstone, Adam Levine, Kate Hudson, Shailene Woodley, Emma Roberts, Ashley Tisdale, Yael Braun, and many more high profile executives. Bartlett has been featured on networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. She starred in 10 yoga, fitness, and dance DVDs, including \u003ci\u003eBetter Belly Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLatin Groove\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePrenatal Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, which have been distributed in the United States, Latin America, and Europe. She guides women in a full offering of prenatal and postnatal yoga practices through Beachbody on Demand. She has worked as a product director for Gaiam, group fitness manager for Equinox Santa Monica, and executive and global ambassador for Manduka. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eYour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy\u003c\/i\u003e, an informative and inspiring guide for pregnancy and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicole Stuart\u003c\/b\u003e is a top celebrity trainer, actress, and writer based in West Hollywood, California. Trained by Pilates guru Mari Winsor, Stuart practices a creative style of Pilates that blends dance moves, yoga, stretching, and cross-training. She drew from her 14 years of studying various forms of dance, including jazz, modern jazz, ballet, and tap in developing this unique, fun, but challenging workout style. She has celebrity endorsements from Kate Hudson, Ashley Benson, Anna Faris, Tracey Edmonds, and Julia Ormond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStuart has appeared in numerous magazines, including \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eW Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eRedbook\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eInStyle\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCosmopolitan\u003c\/i\u003e. She has also appeared with Faith Ford as part of the \u003ci\u003eMind, Body, Balance\u003c\/i\u003e web series.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Working with Desi is one of my favorite things. Anytime my anxiety is high, she helps bring me back to the present moment through yoga. I met her through my doula and have been working with her since being pregnant. Her practice is amazing, and her visualization meditations ground me. I always feel amazing after a session with her! I'm so lucky to have her in my life; she is a gift to this world!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ashley Tisdale, \u003c\/b\u003eActress and Founder of Frenshe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nicole helped me sculpt my body and get in tip-top shape for \u003c\/i\u003eHouse Bunny\u003ci\u003e.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Anna Faris\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Andrea is a great trainer and very educated about the body. She motivated me and made it fun to train with her in 2009 after the birth of my daughter.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Heidi Klum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"The most humbling transformation occurred in me when I made the decision to dedicate time to my body in a loving way through Pilates. Not only did my physical body transform into the lithe, dancer’s shape I’d always dreamed of (yet thought was beyond my grasp), I also realized that inherent in this practice was a key to calming my overactive mind and returning wholly to my body. One of the greatest gifts I have ever given myself was committing to show up and see what my body was capable of.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Scout Willis,\u003c\/b\u003e Musician and Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Andrea brings an optimism and variety to my workouts that I've never before experienced with a trainer. Her deep knowledge of the body—applied specifically to my goals and life—has changed the way I view fitness and what is possible.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kimora Lee Simmons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"During the shutdowns in 2020 I started working out with Desi, Nicole, and Andy online. I love the workouts and continue to enjoy them. An unexpected benefit was learning more about meditation techniques. Using the mantra ‘peace’ helped me through handling my own experience with COVID-19. One night my ability to breath was getting worse, and I began to panic that I wouldn't be able to breath. As my heart rate started to increase, I began to repeat the mantra ‘peace’ over and over and, by using meditation, I was able to slow down my heart rate and control my breathing immensely. Meditation helped me not only that night but many times during my experience with COVID-19. It was a blessing.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jaime Catmull, \u003c\/b\u003eForbes Contributor, Your Money Champion Columnist for GOBankingRates.com, and Vice President of Partnerships at ConsumerTrack\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Nicole is the most incredible person and Pilates teacher. Through Nicole, my husband Nick and I discovered Pilates in the truest form as taught by Joseph Pilates. I have been so inspired by Nicole and her wonderful teaching. We will always be so grateful to Nicole.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Susie Cave, \u003c\/b\u003eFounder of The Vampire's Wife\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Desi not only changed my pregnancy, but she changed my life. Her warm, kind, grounding, intuitive love encouraged me to be respectful of what my body needed in such a tender time. She encouraged me to listen to myself, to trust myself, and to make decisions for my baby and me. I will never forget training with her about a year after my daughter Hart was born. I was debating whether or not it was time to finish nursing, and I knew this was probably my last time breastfeeding. I was so confused and emotional. Desi suggested we meditate to end our session, and when we got up she held my hand and just said, ‘it’s OK to be done.’ I cried as I hugged her and thanked her for giving me the permission I didn’t know I was looking for. Of course, the workouts and yoga were unequivocally beneficial to my pregnancy, but really it was the emotional love, support, and grounding that Desi gave me that will stay with me for a lifetime.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Yael Cohen, \u003c\/b\u003eCofounder of F*** Cancer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I met Nicole Stuart after I had my third child and was over 40. I had a big job as the first woman copresident of a major talent agency. Two of my clients gifted me 10 sessions with Nicole, and we have been working together ever since. When we first started, my muscles were very tight, and I couldn’t get close to getting my legs over my head, but now I do it easily. I consider my weekly Pilates sessions a key part of my anti-aging regimen.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Nancy Josephson, \u003c\/b\u003ePartner at WME Talent Agency\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Depleted. That’s how I felt when I was introduced to Desi Bartlett. I had just gone through seven rounds of fertility treatments before and during the pandemic to conceive my second child and had been diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease during my postpartum season. I was utterly exhausted and gearing up to return to my full-time career. As a seasoned creative executive, I had mastered my professional life but had neglected my body and spirit. Before meeting Desi, I had tried every fitness class, trainer, app, and trend you can imagine and still felt a lack of routine, progress, and impact—internally and externally. After meeting Desi, for the first time in my life I felt I found what I was looking for in a workout: a workout that starts from the inside out. I am being restored and strengthened by the tools, exercises, and practices that Desi has created for me. Desi is my ultimate coach, trainer, and friend. She has helped me connect within to be ever strong on the outside. Whether I am navigating my career, my family, or the world, I now feel rooted and capable to focus on what I value and what will nourish my whole being. There is no one like Desi! Read her book and you will unlock the strategies to live a more connected approach to well-being. Desi will take you deeper to transform your heart, soul, and body to become unstoppable!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Gabrielle Raymond McGee, \u003c\/b\u003eChief Operating Officer of Tory Burch Foundation and Board Member of Mission Blue\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/consistency-in-workout-routines-and-achieving-goals\"\u003eConsistency in Workout Routines and Achieving Goals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/four-reasons-to-exercise-in-your-30s-and-beyond\"\u003eFour Reasons to Exercise in Your 30s and Beyond\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/how-to-establish-healthy-boundaries-for-emotional-health\"\u003eHow to Establish Healthy Boundaries for Emotional Health\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Families_of_yoga_postures.jpg?v=1741379241\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Families_of_yoga_postures.jpg?v=1741379241\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Benefits_of_yoga_pose_families.jpg?v=1741379276\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Benefits_of_yoga_pose_families.jpg?v=1741379276\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose.jpg?v=1741379310\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose.jpg?v=1741379310\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose_variation.jpg?v=1741379345\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Camel_pose_variation.jpg?v=1741379345\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Andrea Orbeck,Desi Bartlett,Nicole Stuart","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":39520784253002,"sku":null,"price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/578f8c65d50e3ebd1a427d7c63965c6a.jpg?v=1777533214"},{"product_id":"physiology-of-yoga-the","title":"The Physiology of Yoga","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile many people practice yoga simply because it helps them feel good, the physiological basis for yoga’s effects on the body and mind is often unknown or misunderstood. Understanding these physiological concepts can help to deepen your yoga practice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Physiology of Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e separates speculation from fact by examining how the body responds and adapts to yoga within many systems of the body: musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, endocrine, reproductive, and digestive. Straightforward explanations guide you in sorting through conflicting information about what yoga really can help you achieve and in evaluating whether certain yoga methods provide benefits to any or all of those systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can experiment with concepts through Try It Yourself sidebars, which focus on mindful movement, meditation, and breathing. The 14 Myth or Fact sidebars explore popular claims about yoga, such as whether a shoulder stand can stimulate the thyroid or if twists can detoxify the liver. You’ll get the most current research to determine the validity of various claims so you can avoid practices that could be harmful or counterproductive and can decide for yourself what works for your practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, experience firsthand how yoga affects your physiology by exploring specific yoga poses and four sequences. Each sequence explains which of the physiological principles from the earlier chapters may be most prevalent in that sequence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eThe Physiology of Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, you or your students can navigate all the conflicting views and opinions about the impact of yoga and learn to practice yoga while fully enjoying the benefits of mindful movement.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga teachers in training as well as current yoga instructors and enthusiasts.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Musculoskeletal System\u003cbr\u003eBone\u003cbr\u003eJoints\u003cbr\u003eMuscles\u003cbr\u003eCartilage\u003cbr\u003eTendons, Ligaments, and Aponeuroses\u003cbr\u003eFascia\u003cbr\u003eThe Science of Stretching and Flexibility\u003cbr\u003ePathologies, Injuries, and Conditions\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Nervous System\u003cbr\u003eCells of the Nervous System\u003cbr\u003eCentral Nervous System\u003cbr\u003ePeripheral Nervous System\u003cbr\u003eNervous System Conditions\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Respiratory System\u003cbr\u003eAnatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory System\u003cbr\u003eThe Biomechanics of Quiet Breathing\u003cbr\u003eAll About the Diaphragm\u003cbr\u003eForced Exhalation and Inhalation\u003cbr\u003eAtmospheric Air and Expelled Air\u003cbr\u003eGood, Wholesome Oxygen?\u003cbr\u003eUjjayi Breathing\u003cbr\u003eNose Breathing and Mouth Breathing\u003cbr\u003eThe Psychological and Physiological Effects of Pranayama and Slow Breathing\u003cbr\u003ePathologies and Conditions of the Respiratory System\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Cardiovascular System\u003cbr\u003eBlood\u003cbr\u003eHeart\u003cbr\u003eCirculation\u003cbr\u003eRole of the Cardiovascular System in Maintaining Homeostasis\u003cbr\u003eResting Heart Rate and Cardiac Output\u003cbr\u003eHeart Rate Variability\u003cbr\u003eBlood Pressure\u003cbr\u003eCardiovascular Conditions\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Lymphatic and Immune Systems\u003cbr\u003eLymphatic System\u003cbr\u003eImmune System\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Endocrine System\u003cbr\u003eWhat Is a Hormone?\u003cbr\u003eCortisol: The Master Hormone\u003cbr\u003eInsulin\u003cbr\u003eThyroid Hormones\u003cbr\u003eEndorphins: Our Body’s Morphine\u003cbr\u003eDopamine\u003cbr\u003ePathologies\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Reproductive System\u003cbr\u003eFemale Reproductive System Anatomy\u003cbr\u003eFemale Reproductive System Physiology\u003cbr\u003eMale Reproductive System\u003cbr\u003eReproductive System Conditions\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Digestive System\u003cbr\u003eAnatomy and Physiology of the Digestive System\u003cbr\u003eDiet and the Digestive System\u003cbr\u003ePathologies and Gastrointestinal Problems\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Practice With Confidence\u003cbr\u003eStrong, Dynamic Practice\u003cbr\u003eSlow Hatha Practice\u003cbr\u003eChair Yoga Practice\u003cbr\u003eRestorative Yoga Practice\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAndrew McGonigle\u003c\/b\u003e has been practicing yoga and meditation for over 15 years and teaching yoga since 2009. He teaches anatomy and physiology in many yoga teacher training courses and leads his own international workshops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough McGonigle studied anatomy in great detail during medical school, he learned to look at it from a different angle and create ways to make it relevant to yoga. He enrolled in hands-on dissection classes focused on fascia and spent his spare time rereading anatomy books, listening to podcasts, and talking about anatomy with anyone who would listen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMcGonigle previously contributed a monthly article to \u003ci\u003eOm Yoga \u0026amp; Lifestyle\u003c\/i\u003e magazine (“360° Yoga With Doctor Yogi”) and wrote two chapters for \u003ci\u003eYoga Teaching Handbook: A Practical Guide for Yoga Teachers and Trainees\u003c\/i\u003e. He is also the author of \u003ci\u003eSupporting Yoga Students With Common Injuries and Conditions\u003c\/i\u003e. McGonigle resides in Los Angeles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMatthew Huy\u003c\/b\u003e (pronounced “hooey”) has been teaching yoga since 2005. He teaches anatomy and physiology in many teacher training courses in addition to providing mentoring and professional development workshops to yoga teachers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile studying biology in college, Huy discovered the joy of movement when he enrolled in a dance class and then a yoga class. A few years later, he changed tack and went on to complete a bachelor of arts degree in dance from California State University at Long Beach and completed teacher training courses in yoga, Pilates mat work, TRX, and Thai yoga massage. In 2021, he completed a master of science degree in sport, health, and exercise science at Brunel University at London, where he focused on exercise physiology and pain science. His master’s research centered on the impact of yoga teachers’ language on their students. Huy resides near London in the United Kingdom.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e“This is the book I didn’t know I was waiting for! There are lots of books on yoga and anatomy but very few on yoga and physiology. This book beautifully meets the need. It is extensive and yet very accessible. I am pleased to add it to my library.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Bernie Clark, \u003c\/b\u003eYoga Teacher and Author of the Your Body, Your Yoga Trilogy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“At last! A thorough, evidence-based resource (complete with much-needed myth busting!) about the many systems of the body and how a yoga practice interacts with and influences them.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jenni Rawlings, E-RYT, \u003c\/b\u003eCofounder of Strength for Yoga and Cohost of the \u003ci\u003eYoga Meets Movement Science\u003c\/i\u003e Podcast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Every now and then, in the 40-odd years I’ve been practising yoga, I come across a book that makes an invaluable contribution to some aspect of my understanding of yoga. \u003c\/i\u003eThe Physiology of Yoga\u003ci\u003e is just such a book. I give this book my highest recommendation; it’s an essential study guide and reference source for serious students and teachers, and it should be on the recommended reading list of every yoga teacher training program.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Richard Rosen,\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga Teacher and Author\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“This title fills a long-standing gap in the essential reading lists for yoga teacher training programs. Hopefully, it will prevent yoga teachers from repeating some of the most commonly held myths and misconceptions about the physiological effects of yoga practice.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Leslie Kaminoff, \u003c\/b\u003eCoauthor of \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Matthew and Andrew are world-class leaders in the field of yoga anatomy and physiology. Their clear and articulate perspective about the practice is matched only by their passion and undeniable service to teachers and dedicated practitioners worldwide. In the modern era of the yoga practice, it is reassuring to know that we have their work to guide us forward.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Michael James Wong, \u003c\/b\u003eAuthor, Educator, and Founder of Just Breathe and Krama Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Andrew and Matthew have done the work so we can do what we do better. A physiology book for anyone with a keen interest in the body. Full of detailed descriptions, clear illustrations, and beautiful images to inspire you to keep moving.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Naomi Annand, \u003c\/b\u003eYoga Teacher and Author of \u003ci\u003eYoga: A Manual for Life and Yoga for Motherhood\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Physiology of Yoga \u003ci\u003esheds light upon the latest scientific research on how yoga affects—or doesn't affect—our bodies. It is a must for the modern yoga teacher or practitioner who seeks to learn more about yoga and anatomy from a fresh perspective.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Tatiana Avila Bouru, \u003c\/b\u003eYoga Teacher and Cofounder of Yoga With Alex and Tatiana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Physiology of Yoga \u003ci\u003eis a truly evidence-based resource that busts many myths. It delves into some big questions about movement that would be hard to answer accurately on Google! An essential guide for all yoga teachers—new and old—packed full of useful tips and practices.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kate Brandon, \u003c\/b\u003e“The Physio Yogi,” Physiotherapist and Yoga Educator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“What a brilliant, witty book! I really loved the dispelling of myths sections and the clear and concise illustrations. It was a sheer pleasure to read. I certainly learned a tremendous amount to update myself on the latest research and current principles of physiology. This book is sure to be a constant companion for an academic doing research in yoga and the avid yogi or yogi in training who wants to take a deeper dive into how yoga affects the body.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Indira Subramanian, MD, \u003c\/b\u003eClinical Professor in the UCLA Department of Neurology\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/can-exercise-like-yoga-boost-immunity\"\u003eCan Exercise Like Yoga Boost Immunity?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/can-yoga-help-to-relieve-persistent-stress-and-anxiety\"\u003eCan Yoga Help to Relieve Persistent Stress and Anxiety?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/the-goldilocks-principle-and-injury\"\u003eThe Goldilocks Principle and Injury\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Use_eccentric_training_to_your_advantage.jpg?v=1741367318\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Use_eccentric_training_to_your_advantage.jpg?v=1741367318\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Myth_or_fact__Yin_yoga_targets_the_fascia.jpg?v=1741367352\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Myth_or_fact__Yin_yoga_targets_the_fascia.jpg?v=1741367352\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Parasympathetic_and_sympathetic_nervous_systems.jpg?v=1741367387\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Parasympathetic_and_sympathetic_nervous_systems.jpg?v=1741367387\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Dont_forget_to_breathe.jpg?v=1741367421\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Dont_forget_to_breathe.jpg?v=1741367421\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"Andrew McGonigle,Matthew Huy","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":39586145763402,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/83b151fa2386160f44d08ecce531ab80.jpg?v=1777472959"},{"product_id":"yoga-anatomy-3rd-edition-spiral","title":"Yoga Anatomy 3rd Edition-Spiral","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e This spiral-bound version of \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e lays flat to make it easy for instructors and practitioners to reference during their yoga class or in-home practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith more than a million copies sold, \u003ci\u003eYoga Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e has become an invaluable resource for yoga practitioners, enthusiasts, and instructors around the world. 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Desikachar, one of the world’s foremost authorities on the individualized, breath-centered application of yoga for healing. Leslie is the founder of The Breathing Project, a New York City nonprofit organization dedicated to the educational enrichment of the yoga, movement, and embodiment communities. An internationally recognized specialist with over four decades of experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatomy, Kaminoff has led workshops for many of the leading yoga associations, schools, and training programs worldwide. He has also produced and helped to organize international conferences and has actively participated in the ongoing national debate regarding certification standards for yoga teachers and yoga therapists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKaminoff is the founder of the highly respected yoga blog e-Sutra and creator of a wealth of digital content, including the highly successful online courses at yogaanatomy.net. 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If you work with women over age 35, you need to provide fitness and wellness advice that's uniquely tailored to their needs to help them look and feel their best. You need \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With combined decades of experience and dozens of fitness certifications and credentials, the expert team of authors, Andrea Orbeck, Desi Bartlett, and Nicole Stuart, have worked with hundreds of women—celebrities, supermodels, stay-at-home moms, professionals, athletes—to develop workout and wellness solutions to stay active and feel good in their own skin, and they can help you do the same. These authors understand the complexities of women's bodies and the changes that occur as women age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e More than an exercise guide, \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e explores the changes that women experience during and after pregnancy, during perimenopause, and during and after menopause. You’ll learn how hormones affect physical and emotional wellness, the effects of exercise on the brain, and how nutrition affects the way a woman looks and feels. You'll find insider tips and client stories from celebrities and clients who the authors have worked with.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You'll get practical and research-backed advice on improving strength, mobility, flexibility, and aerobic fitness. You’ll learn how to choose fitness activities based on client goals and how to adjust activities as life priorities change. With 100 different exercises—spanning yoga, Pilates, and strength exercises—you'll have plenty of options to choose from when creating workouts. There are sample plans for daily and weekly workout schedules, or you can choose from over two dozen predesigned yoga, Pilates, strength and cardio, and combination workouts for instant variety and effectiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e After reading the ebook, certified professionals can take the companion CE exam to earn continuing education credits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Identify how hormones evolve with age and how they affect muscle mass, body fat, and strength. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Recognize the four main phases of the menstrual cycle and summarize what happens during each. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Recognize the six life stages and summarize what happens during each. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Discuss the role of exercise in mental health and the impact of genetic, biological, and psychosocial factors. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Demonstrate behaviors and practices that have a positive impact on mental health. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Differentiate the behaviors associated with the seven emotions. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Practice behaviors for establishing healthy boundaries. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Describe breathing exercises that can encourage mindfulness and positive mood management. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Explain the benefits of yoga and Pilates for full body fitness and mental health. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Identify ways to change metabolism through strength training and aerobic fitness. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Name the hormones that directly affect muscle growth. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Name the areas of the body affected by cardio and summarize the impact on each. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Summarize the four chronotypes and how to optimize each. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Demonstrate exercises for yoga, Pilates, resistance training, and cardiovascular exercise. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePersonal trainers, strength and conditioning professionals, and other certified fitness professionals who work with women over age 35.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Foreword by Kate Hudson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. What’s Going On Inside\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Changes    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Mental Shifts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Emotional Adjustments\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Fitness Activities and Exercises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Strength Training and Aerobic Fitness\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Plan for Consistency\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Create Your Plan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Activity-Specific Workouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Combined Workouts\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAndrea Orbeck\u003c\/b\u003e has been credited for sculpting some of the world’s most beautiful bodies, including Julia Roberts, Gigi Hadid, Kimora Lee Simmons, and supermodels Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova, and Doutzen Kroes. But it is her work with everyday women that drives her passion as a fitness expert. Orbeck studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary and has expertise in intracellular physiology, postural assessment, and myofascial release therapy. She is certified as a pregnancy fitness specialist by the American Fitness Professionals Association (AFPA) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrbeck has been featured in publications such as \u003ci\u003eDepartures\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eElle\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSelf\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlamour\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFitness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAllure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOK Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLA Confidential\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e. She was invited to participate in the 2013 TED Conference to educate attendees on kinetics and ergonomics in their corporate environment. She shares recipes, videos, and other valued advice through social media. Orbeck is the creator and star of the bestselling DVDs \u003ci\u003eSupermodel Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePregnancy Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e, and she has appeared on major television networks in the United States, Canada, and Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesi Bartlett MS, CPT E-RYT,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching health and wellness for over 25 years. She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought after international presenter and spokesperson. Bartlett earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology and her master's degree in corporate fitness, and she is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in exercise science. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and group fitness. She is a continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers. She has worked with the U.S. Navy and several large companies, including Manduka, Gaiam, Equinox, YogaWorks, Mattel, and ConsumerTrack. Over the years, her roster of private clients has included Alicia Silverstone, Adam Levine, Kate Hudson, Shailene Woodley, Emma Roberts, Ashley Tisdale, Yael Cohen, and many more high-profile executives. Bartlett has been featured on networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. She starred in 10 yoga, fitness, and dance DVDs, including \u003ci\u003eBetter Belly Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLatin Groove\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePrenatal Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, which have been distributed in the United States, Latin America, and Europe. She guides women in a full offering of prenatal and postnatal yoga practices through Beachbody on Demand. She has worked as a product director for Gaiam, group fitness manager for Equinox Santa Monica, and executive and global ambassador for Manduka. She is the author of Y\u003ci\u003eour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy\u003c\/i\u003e, an informative and inspiring guide for pregnancy and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicole Stuart\u003c\/b\u003e is a top celebrity trainer, actress, and writer based in West Hollywood, California. Trained by Pilates guru Mari Winsor, Stuart practices a creative style of Pilates that blends dance moves, yoga, stretching, and cross-training. She drew from her 14 years of studying various forms of dance, including jazz, modern jazz, ballet, and tap in developing this unique, fun, but challenging workout style. She has celebrity endorsements from Kate Hudson, Ashley Benson, Anna Faris, Tracey Edmonds, and Julia Ormond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStuart has appeared in numerous magazines, including \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eW Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eRedbook\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eInStyle\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCosmopolitan\u003c\/i\u003e. She has also appeared with Faith Ford as part of the \u003ci\u003eMind, Body, Balance\u003c\/i\u003e web series.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Online Exam With Ebook","offer_id":40075328684106,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/196da5723bdea1a5483767364da1111f.jpg?v=1779896847"},{"product_id":"total-body-beautiful-online-ce-exam-without-book","title":"Total Body Beautiful Online CE Exam Without Book","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eNOTE: The book \u003ci\u003eTotal Body Beautiful\u003c\/i\u003e is required for successful completion of this exam but is not included with this purchase. Purchase this Online CE Exam Without Book only if you already own the book or ebook.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsisting of 75 multiple-choice and true-false questions, this continuing education exam is designed to be taken after reading Total Body Beautiful. The exam will test your knowledge of the information presented in the book so you can help clients maintain mind and body health as they age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you pass the exam, you can print a certificate for continuing education credits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify how hormones evolve with age and how they affect muscle mass, body fat, and strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize the four main phases of the menstrual cycle and summarize what happens during each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize the six life stages and summarize what happens during each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the role of exercise in mental health and the impact of genetic, biological, and psychosocial factors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate behaviors and practices that have a positive impact on mental health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferentiate the behaviors associated with the seven emotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice behaviors for establishing healthy boundaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe breathing exercises that can encourage mindfulness and positive mood management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain the benefits of yoga and Pilates for full body fitness and mental health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify ways to change metabolism through strength training and aerobic fitness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName the hormones that directly affect muscle growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName the areas of the body affected by cardio and summarize the impact on each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummarize the four chronotypes and how to optimize each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate exercises for yoga, Pilates, resistance training, and cardiovascular exercise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePersonal trainers, strength and conditioning professionals, and other certified fitness professionals who work with women over age 35.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAndrea Orbeck\u003c\/b\u003e has been credited for sculpting some of the world’s most beautiful bodies, including Julia Roberts, Gigi Hadid, Kimora Lee Simmons, and supermodels Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova, and Doutzen Kroes. But it is her work with everyday women that drives her passion as a fitness expert. Orbeck studied kinesiology at the University of Calgary and has expertise in intracellular physiology, postural assessment, and myofascial release therapy. She is certified as a pregnancy fitness specialist by the American Fitness Professionals Association (AFPA) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrbeck has been featured in publications such as \u003ci\u003eDepartures\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eElle\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSelf\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlamour\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFitness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAllure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOK Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLA Confidential\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e. She was invited to participate in the 2013 TED Conference to educate attendees on kinetics and ergonomics in their corporate environment. She shares recipes, videos, and other valued advice through social media. Orbeck is the creator and star of the bestselling DVDs \u003ci\u003eSupermodel Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePregnancy Sculpt\u003c\/i\u003e, and she has appeared on major television networks in the United States, Canada, and Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesi Bartlett MS, CPT E-RYT,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching health and wellness for over 25 years. She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought after international presenter and spokesperson. Bartlett earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology and her master's degree in corporate fitness, and she is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in exercise science. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and group fitness. She is a continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers. She has worked with the U.S. Navy and several large companies, including Manduka, Gaiam, Equinox, YogaWorks, Mattel, and ConsumerTrack. Over the years, her roster of private clients has included Alicia Silverstone, Adam Levine, Kate Hudson, Shailene Woodley, Emma Roberts, Ashley Tisdale, Yael Cohen, and many more high-profile executives. Bartlett has been featured on networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. She starred in 10 yoga, fitness, and dance DVDs, including \u003ci\u003eBetter Belly Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLatin Groove\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePrenatal Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, which have been distributed in the United States, Latin America, and Europe. She guides women in a full offering of prenatal and postnatal yoga practices through Beachbody on Demand. She has worked as a product director for Gaiam, group fitness manager for Equinox Santa Monica, and executive and global ambassador for Manduka. She is the author of Y\u003ci\u003eour Strong, Sexy Pregnancy\u003c\/i\u003e, an informative and inspiring guide for pregnancy and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicole Stuart\u003c\/b\u003e is a top celebrity trainer, actress, and writer based in West Hollywood, California. Trained by Pilates guru Mari Winsor, Stuart practices a creative style of Pilates that blends dance moves, yoga, stretching, and cross-training. She drew from her 14 years of studying various forms of dance, including jazz, modern jazz, ballet, and tap in developing this unique, fun, but challenging workout style. She has celebrity endorsements from Kate Hudson, Ashley Benson, Anna Faris, Tracey Edmonds, and Julia Ormond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStuart has appeared in numerous magazines, including \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eW Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eRedbook\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShape\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUs Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eInStyle\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCosmopolitan\u003c\/i\u003e. She has also appeared with Faith Ford as part of the \u003ci\u003eMind, Body, Balance\u003c\/i\u003e web series.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Online Exam Without Book","offer_id":40075328815178,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/473c47d720f491f9d1dbbd59f9403550.jpg?v=1779896889"},{"product_id":"rocket-yoga","title":"Rocket® Yoga","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreak free from the limitations of classical ashtanga yoga with the progressive and dynamic practice of Rocket® yoga. This modern style of yoga is rooted in traditional ashtanga but allows for more freedom of movement based on individual anatomy and fosters empowerment through creativity, endurance, and rhythm. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRocket\u003c\/i\u003e®\u003ci\u003eYoga: Your Guide to Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e presents the beauty and benefits of Rocket yoga—from its history and philosophy to the sequences and practices unique to its style. You’ll begin your journey with nine guided activities to prepare for your practice, covering aspects of yoga such as drishtis, bandhas, breathing techniques, and mudras. Then explore the asana library, packed with hundreds of stunning color photographs and detailed instructions for more than 90 poses, consisting of standing, seated, inversion, and rest postures. Nearly every pose includes modifications to adapt the movements to your body—making Rocket yoga ideal for your personal needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNext, move through the traditional ashtanga series before adding a new dimension to your practice with five Rocket yoga series. Each Rocket yoga series has guiding photo sequences and a targeted focus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket I: hip openers, forward bends, and core strengthening exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket II: backbends, spinal twists, arm balances, and inversions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket arms and Rocket legs: poses that build strength and endurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket III: expansion of Rocket I and Rocket II, with twists, forward folds, and balances added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the sequences, you’ll find additional activities and suggestions for customizing your practice, as well as teaching tips especially for yoga instructors. The benefits of practicing Rocket yoga are as diverse and numerous as the poses. The poses work on every part of the body, making Rocket yoga ideal for relieving stress; building strength, balance, and flexibility; and stimulating increased consciousness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eRocket Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, you’ll join the thousands of devoted practitioners who use this fast-paced and stimulating form of yoga to transform their experiences of life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga instructors training to teach the Rocket yoga method; also, yoga practitioners interested in ashtanga yoga, power yoga, or Rocket yoga.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. The Progressive Ashtanga Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The History and Philosophy of Rocket Yoga\u003cbr\u003eThe History of Ashtanga Yoga\u003cbr\u003eThe Birth of Rocket Yoga\u003cbr\u003eThe Rocket Philosophy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e The Fundamentals\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction to the Tristhana Method\u003cbr\u003eDaily Cleansing Rituals\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e The Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa Method\u003cbr\u003eIntroducing the Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003eIncorporating Creativity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Asana Library\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Postures\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Seated Postures (Primary Series)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Seated Postures (Intermediate Series)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Inversion and Rest Postures (Finishing Series)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. The Sequences\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Classical Ashtanga Series\u003cbr\u003eSun Salutations\u003cbr\u003eStanding Series\u003cbr\u003eModified Primary Series\u003cbr\u003eFull Primary Series\u003cbr\u003eIntermediate Series\u003cbr\u003eFinishing Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Original Rocket Yoga Series\u003cbr\u003eRocket I\u003cbr\u003eRocket II\u003cbr\u003eRocket Arms and Legs\u003cbr\u003eRocket III\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. Make the Practice Your Own\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Create Your Practice Plan\u003cbr\u003eScheduling Your Practice\u003cbr\u003eCommitting to Your Practice\u003cbr\u003eFulfilling Your Minimum Daily Requirements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Customize Your Practice\u003cbr\u003eSoftening the Practice\u003cbr\u003eAdding Challenging Variations or Transitions\u003cbr\u003ePracticing Drills for Skills\u003cbr\u003ePracticing Yoga During Pregnancy\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDavid Kyle, RYT-500, CMT-1000,\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga School and is the director of all progressive ashtanga teacher trainings and intensives. He was a dedicated student of Larry Schultz, private yoga instructor for the Grateful Dead and the creator of Rocket yoga. Kyle is the highest-trained student of Larry Schultz in both primary series modifications and the Rocket series, and he is the sole owner and operator of trainings and international relations in Rocket®.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith over 20 years of yoga experience and over 30 years in body movement and the healing arts, Kyle has offered advanced yoga trainings worldwide, including the United States, Canada, South America, Mexico, China, and Europe. Rooted in the traditional ashtanga method, he makes use of the fundamental strengths of the practice while allowing for students and teachers to find empowerment in their practice through creativity, endurance, and rhythm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/committing-to-your-practice\"\u003eCommitting to Your Practice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/drills-for-improving-handstands\"\u003eDrills for Improving Handstands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/the-sleeping-yogi-pose\"\u003eThe Sleeping Yogi Pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-makes-rocket-yoga-unique\"\u003eWhat Makes Rocket Yoga Unique?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bandhas_or_Energetic_Locks.jpg?v=1741370478\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bandhas_or_Energetic_Locks.jpg?v=1741370478\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/The_Chakras.jpg?v=1741370513\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/The_Chakras.jpg?v=1741370513\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Adho_Mukha_Vrksasana.jpg?v=1741370548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Adho_Mukha_Vrksasana.jpg?v=1741370548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Padmasana.jpg?v=1741370582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Padmasana.jpg?v=1741370582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"David Kyle","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":40216652513354,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/520ab2760a54270af8ae355f6a3e8400.jpg?v=1780411008"},{"product_id":"rocket-yoga-epub","title":"Rocket® Yoga epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreak free from the limitations of classical ashtanga yoga with the progressive and dynamic practice of Rocket® yoga. This modern style of yoga is rooted in traditional ashtanga but allows for more freedom of movement based on individual anatomy and fosters empowerment through creativity, endurance, and rhythm.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRocket\u003c\/i\u003e®\u003ci\u003eYoga: Your Guide to Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e presents the beauty and benefits of Rocket yoga—from its history and philosophy to the sequences and practices unique to its style. You’ll begin your journey with nine guided activities to prepare for your practice, covering aspects of yoga such as drishtis, bandhas, breathing techniques, and mudras. Then explore the asana library, packed with hundreds of stunning color photographs and detailed instructions for more than 90 poses, consisting of standing, seated, inversion, and rest postures. Nearly every pose includes modifications to adapt the movements to your body—making Rocket yoga ideal for your personal needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNext, move through the traditional ashtanga series before adding a new dimension to your practice with five Rocket yoga series. Each Rocket yoga series has guiding photo sequences and a targeted focus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket I: hip openers, forward bends, and core strengthening exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket II: backbends, spinal twists, arm balances, and inversions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket arms and Rocket legs: poses that build strength and endurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket III: expansion of Rocket I and Rocket II, with twists, forward folds, and balances added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the sequences, you’ll find additional activities and suggestions for customizing your practice, as well as teaching tips especially for yoga instructors. The benefits of practicing Rocket yoga are as diverse and numerous as the poses. The poses work on every part of the body, making Rocket yoga ideal for relieving stress; building strength, balance, and flexibility; and stimulating increased consciousness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eRocket Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e, you’ll join the thousands of devoted practitioners who use this fast-paced and stimulating form of yoga to transform their experiences of life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eYoga instructors training to teach the Rocket yoga method; also, yoga practitioners interested in ashtanga yoga, power yoga, or Rocket yoga.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. The Progressive Ashtanga Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The History and Philosophy of Rocket Yoga\u003cbr\u003eThe History of Ashtanga Yoga\u003cbr\u003eThe Birth of Rocket Yoga\u003cbr\u003eThe Rocket Philosophy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e The Fundamentals\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction to the Tristhana Method\u003cbr\u003eDaily Cleansing Rituals\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e The Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa Method\u003cbr\u003eIntroducing the Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003eIncorporating Creativity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Asana Library\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Postures\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Seated Postures (Primary Series)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Seated Postures (Intermediate Series)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Inversion and Rest Postures (Finishing Series)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. The Sequences\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Classical Ashtanga Series\u003cbr\u003eSun Salutations\u003cbr\u003eStanding Series\u003cbr\u003eModified Primary Series\u003cbr\u003eFull Primary Series\u003cbr\u003eIntermediate Series\u003cbr\u003eFinishing Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Original Rocket Yoga Series\u003cbr\u003eRocket I\u003cbr\u003eRocket II\u003cbr\u003eRocket Arms and Legs\u003cbr\u003eRocket III\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. Make the Practice Your Own\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Create Your Practice Plan\u003cbr\u003eScheduling Your Practice\u003cbr\u003eCommitting to Your Practice\u003cbr\u003eFulfilling Your Minimum Daily Requirements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Customize Your Practice\u003cbr\u003eSoftening the Practice\u003cbr\u003eAdding Challenging Variations or Transitions\u003cbr\u003ePracticing Drills for Skills\u003cbr\u003ePracticing Yoga During Pregnancy\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDavid Kyle, RYT-500, CMT-1000,\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder of Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga School and is the director of all progressive ashtanga teacher trainings and intensives. He was a dedicated student of Larry Schultz, private yoga instructor for the Grateful Dead and the creator of Rocket yoga. Kyle is the highest-trained student of Larry Schultz in both primary series modifications and the Rocket series, and he is the sole owner and operator of trainings and international relations in Rocket®.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith over 20 years of yoga experience and over 30 years in body movement and the healing arts, Kyle has offered advanced yoga trainings worldwide, including the United States, Canada, South America, Mexico, China, and Europe. Rooted in the traditional ashtanga method, he makes use of the fundamental strengths of the practice while allowing for students and teachers to find empowerment in their practice through creativity, endurance, and rhythm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-excerpt\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/committing-to-your-practice\"\u003eCommitting to Your Practice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/drills-for-improving-handstands\"\u003eDrills for Improving Handstands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/the-sleeping-yogi-pose\"\u003eThe Sleeping Yogi Pose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"alsoAvailableAs\" href=\"\/blogs\/excerpt\/what-makes-rocket-yoga-unique\"\u003eWhat Makes Rocket Yoga Unique?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bandhas_or_Energetic_Locks.jpg?v=1741370478\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Bandhas_or_Energetic_Locks.jpg?v=1741370478\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/The_Chakras.jpg?v=1741370513\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/The_Chakras.jpg?v=1741370513\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Adho_Mukha_Vrksasana.jpg?v=1741370548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Adho_Mukha_Vrksasana.jpg?v=1741370548\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-fancybox class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Padmasana.jpg?v=1741370582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"sample-content-thumbnail img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/Padmasana.jpg?v=1741370582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabExcerpt--\u003e","brand":"David Kyle","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":40216652546122,"sku":null,"price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/f60bde6ff1ff8c095769ffb94a93d489.jpg?v=1779888960"},{"product_id":"dynamic-alignment-through-imagery-3rd-edition-online-ce-exam-with-ebook","title":"Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery 3rd Edition Online CE Exam With Ebook","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e This package includes the following:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eDynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e ebook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnline continuing education exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eIn Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e Eric Franklin—an internationally renowned teacher, dancer, and choreographer who has been sharing his imagery techniques for more than 35 years—teaches the use of imagery to increase self-awareness, improve body image, and apply anatomical and biomechanical principles for more efficient movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFranklin expertly guides readers through foundational concepts of posture, dynamic alignment, and imagery; explores different types of imagery and guidelines for using them; and delves into biomechanical and anatomical principles, including the body’s center and gravity, the laws of motion and force systems, and joint and muscle function. More than 600 anatomical imagery exercises, covering every area of the body from head to toe, aid in improving posture and body alignment, releasing excess tension, and preventing injury. Over 500 full-color illustrations help with visualizing exercises and understanding contexts for use. Four supplemental audio files contain guided imagery exercises led by Franklin and set to music. The book closes with two critical chapters on defining dynamic alignment and on integrating dynamic alignment exercises into workouts and programs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e allows professionals to help their athletes, dancers, and yoga and Pilates students better understand the biomechanical and anatomical principles that foster more efficient movement. After reading the book, certified professional can take the companion CE exam to earn continuing education credits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore imagery through the context of biomechanics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummarize the mechanisms by which imagery enhances movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferentiate postural model theories in terms of their principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply principles of neuroplasticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate movement patterns in support of dynamic alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnable improved energy flow through development of imaging techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop a template for effective cueing of imagery and kinesthetic awareness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain biomechanics and anatomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply laws of physics as they relate to dynamic alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoreograph exercises cued through imagery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify the mechanisms by which the lower body enables total body movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain integration of the upper body through movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the concepts of stability as they relate to center of gravity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate competence in the application of holistic alignment principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrate exercise techniques aimed at lessening tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice and revise applied imagery tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eA continuing education course for certified fitness professionals working with dancers, athletes, and yoga and Pilates practitioners.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/b\u003e How I Came to Use Imagery\u003cbr\u003eReinforcing What You Want\u003cbr\u003ePurpose and Will\u003cbr\u003eUsing Imagery for Alignment\u003cbr\u003eUsing the Audio Files\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Posture and Dynamic Alignment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Roots of Imagery for Alignment\u003cbr\u003eA Brief Look at Imagery Throughout History\u003cbr\u003eAlignment in History and Art\u003cbr\u003eImagery and Ideas of Ideal Posture\u003cbr\u003eSomatic Disciplines\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Postural Models and Dynamic Alignment\u003cbr\u003ePostural Habits\u003cbr\u003eDynamically Aligning\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Foundations of Mental Imagery\u003cbr\u003eBrain, Consciousness, and Imagery\u003cbr\u003eNervous System\u003cbr\u003eThe World in the Brain: Neuroplasticity and Imagery\u003cbr\u003eDevelopmental Patterns\u003cbr\u003eDeveloping Mind: The Role of Imagery\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e The Art of Change Through Imagery\u003cbr\u003eFour Steps in the Art of Change\u003cbr\u003eA Closer Look at the Four Steps for Change\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Imagery’s Five Ws: What, Who, When, Where, and Why\u003cbr\u003eWhat?\u003cbr\u003eWho?\u003cbr\u003eWhen?\u003cbr\u003eWhere?\u003cbr\u003eWhy?\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e General Guidelines for How to Use Imagery\u003cbr\u003eFactors That Influence Successful Imagery\u003cbr\u003eModulating and Adapting Images and Metaphors\u003cbr\u003eSequencing the Imagery\u003cbr\u003eProblems and Opportunities When Cuing Imagery\u003cbr\u003eResting Positions for Imagery Practice\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Biomechanical and Anatomical Principles and Exercises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Befriending Gravity and Finding Your Center\u003cbr\u003eGravity\u003cbr\u003eForces\u003cbr\u003eAnatomical Terminology for Location and Direction\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Laws of Motion and Force Systems\u003cbr\u003eNewton’s Laws of Motion\u003cbr\u003eForce Systems\u003cbr\u003eLever Systems\u003cbr\u003eEnergy Conservation\u003cbr\u003eAbility of Materials to Resist Force\u003cbr\u003eDynamic Stability\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Joint, Bone, Muscle, and Fascia\u003cbr\u003eJoint Types\u003cbr\u003eBones\u003cbr\u003eMuscles\u003cbr\u003eConnective Tissue and Fascia\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Exercises for Anatomical Imagery\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Pelvis, Hip Joint, and Company\u003cbr\u003ePelvic Arches\u003cbr\u003eBalancing the Pelvis\u003cbr\u003eMotion of the Pelvic Halves\u003cbr\u003eCounterrotation and Three-Dimensional Alignment\u003cbr\u003ePelvic Powerhouse\u003cbr\u003eHip Joint and Femur\u003cbr\u003eIliopsoas and Piriformis\u003cbr\u003eThe Fascia of the Thigh and Leg\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Knee, Lower Leg, and Foot\u003cbr\u003eGet to Know Your Knee\u003cbr\u003eFascia of the Lower Limb\u003cbr\u003eTibia, Fibula, and Ankle\u003cbr\u003eFoot\u003cbr\u003eInteraction of Fasciae, Muscles, and Ligaments of the Leg and Foot\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Spine and Body Wall\u003cbr\u003eVertebrae\u003cbr\u003eIntervertebral Discs\u003cbr\u003eThe Spine’s Curved Design\u003cbr\u003eSacrum and Pelvis\u003cbr\u003eSpinal Ligaments\u003cbr\u003eMusculature of the Abdomen and Back\u003cbr\u003eAbdominal Wall\u003cbr\u003eAbdominal Muscles and the Concept of Core Stability\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Shoulders, Arms, and Hands\u003cbr\u003eSuspension of the Shoulder Girdle\u003cbr\u003eGlenohumeral Joint\u003cbr\u003eHumeroscapular Rhythm\u003cbr\u003eElbow\u003cbr\u003eWrist and Hand\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Head and Neck\u003cbr\u003eAtlas and Axis\u003cbr\u003eFasciae of the Neck\u003cbr\u003eSkull\u003cbr\u003eFasciae of the Head and Face\u003cbr\u003eSuboccipitals\u003cbr\u003eMandible\u003cbr\u003eHyoid and Tongue\u003cbr\u003eEyes\u003cbr\u003eNose and Mouth\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Rib Cage, Breath, and Organs\u003cbr\u003eRib Cage\u003cbr\u003eBreath\u003cbr\u003eSupport and Breathing for Abdominal Organs\u003cbr\u003eHeart\u003cbr\u003eSkin as an Organ\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. Returning to Holistic Alignment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16.\u003c\/b\u003e Definitions of Dynamic Alignment\u003cbr\u003ePlumb Line\u003cbr\u003eMedian Alignment\u003cbr\u003eDefining Ideal Alignment\u003cbr\u003eDynamic Versus Static Alignment\u003cbr\u003eDynamic and Static Stability\u003cbr\u003ePulling Up and Ideal Alignment\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17\u003c\/b\u003e. Integrating Dynamic Alignment Exercises\u003cbr\u003eAlignment in Supine Positions\u003cbr\u003eAlignment in Sitting Positions\u003cbr\u003eStanding and Walking Alignment\u003cbr\u003eReleasing Excess Tension\u003cbr\u003eContinuing Imagery Exercises\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eEric Franklin\u003c\/b\u003e is director and founder of the Institute for Franklin Method in Wetzikon, Switzerland. He has more than 35 years of experience as a dancer and choreographer, and he has shared imagery techniques in his teaching since 1986.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter earning his bachelor of science degree at the University of Zurich and his bachelor of fine arts degree at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, Eric Franklin worked for many years as a dancer and choreographer. He developed his groundbreaking Franklin Method based on this training and his teaching experiences, and he has gone on to teach it at numerous universities and schools around the world, including the Juilliard School in New York, Rutgers University, the University of Vienna, the Royal Ballet School and the Laban Dance Center in London, the Zurich Neurological Institute, New York University, the Royal Danish Ballet, the Ballet School of the Zurich Opera, and the American Dance Festival.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFranklin has presented at numerous scientific conferences, including the Interdisciplinary World Congress on Low Back and Pelvic Pain; the International Fascia Research Congress; the British Fascia Symposium; and the conferences of the Pilates Method Alliance, International Association for Dance Medicine \u0026amp; Science, and the National Dance Education Organization. He is the author of numerous books, such as \u003ci\u003eConditioning for Dance\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eDance Imagery for Technique and Performance\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eInner Focus Outer Strength\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003ePelvic Power\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eRelax Your Neck, Liberate Your Shoulders\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eBreathing for Peak Performance\u003c\/i\u003e; and \u003ci\u003eFascia Release and Balance\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreated in 1994, the Franklin Method combines dynamic science-based imagery, touch, anatomical embodiment, and educational skills to create lasting positive change in the body and mind as well as improvements in posture, movement, and focus. The Franklin Method uses the Dynamic Neurocognitive Imagery (DNI)™ method for movement and postural control retraining. Eric Franklin’s books and workshops are available in many languages, as are his teacher certifications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor more on how you can learn the Franklin Method, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/franklinmethod.com\"\u003ehttps:\/\/franklinmethod.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Online Exam With Ebook","offer_id":40220472442954,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/d44e2d4dbd852664250ad6f8b43a46df.jpg?v=1780409333"},{"product_id":"dynamic-alignment-through-imagery-3rd-edition-online-ce-exam-without-book","title":"Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery 3rd Edition Online CE Exam Without Book","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eNOTE: The book \u003ci\u003eDynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e is required for successful completion of this exam but is not included with this purchase. Purchase this Online CE Exam Without Book only if you already own the book or ebook.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsisting of 100 multiple-choice and true-false questions, this continuing education exam is designed to be taken after reading \u003ci\u003eDynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition\u003c\/i\u003e. The exam will test your knowledge of the information presented in the book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you pass the exam, you can print a certificate for continuing education credits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore imagery through the context of biomechanics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummarize the mechanisms by which imagery enhances movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferentiate postural model theories in terms of their principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply principles of neuroplasticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate movement patterns in support of dynamic alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnable improved energy flow through development of imaging techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop a template for effective cueing of imagery and kinesthetic awareness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain biomechanics and anatomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply laws of physics as they relate to dynamic alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoreograph exercises cued through imagery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify the mechanisms by which the lower body enables total body movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain integration of the upper body through movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the concepts of stability as they relate to center of gravity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate competence in the application of holistic alignment principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrate exercise techniques aimed at lessening tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice and revise applied imagery tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eA continuing education course for certified fitness professionals working with dancers, athletes, and yoga and Pilates practitioners.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Online Exam Without Book","offer_id":40220472672330,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/f29c999bd6d35b9e4dbc539b76809f1a.jpg?v=1780405488"},{"product_id":"pilates-anatomy-2nd-edition-online-ce-exam-with-ebook","title":"Pilates Anatomy 2nd Edition Online CE Exam With Ebook","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e This package includes the following:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy, Second Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e ebook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnline continuing education exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eTake a detailed look at Pilates with the superbly illustrated exercises in \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e. Choose from 46 exercises to target a particular body region and delve deeper to stretch, strengthen, and finely coordinate specific muscles. See which key muscles are activated, how variations and minor adjustments can influence effectiveness, and how breathing, alignment, and movement are all fundamentally linked.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the Personalize Your Practice section for each exercise to vary your clients’ practice and customize workouts to fit their needs. Here you’ll find modifications to make each exercise more accessible when there are limitations such as tight hamstrings or underdeveloped core strength. Variations provide variety, and progressions are offered to add more challenge to each exercise and serve as valuable stepping stones on the journey to a more advanced Pilates practice. Also included are techniques for breathing, concentration, and self-awareness, providing a unique exercise experience that enhances the body and mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter reading the ebook, certified professionals can take the companion CE exam to earn continuing education credits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eList the six principles of Pilates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the relationship between breathing and Pilates practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eList the three key ways that breathing is controlled in Pilates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eList the muscles of the trunk involved in mat work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe the proper cues for maintaining body alignment in mat positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify a safe and effective basic mat program for a beginner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003ePilates instructors, personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and other certified fitness professionals.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Six Key Principles of Pilates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Spine, Core, and Body Alignment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Muscles, Movement Analysis, and Mat Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Foundation for a Mat Session\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Abdominal Work for Movement and Stabilization\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Fine Articulation for a Flexible Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Bridging for a Functional Spine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Side Exercises for an Effective Core\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Extensions for a Strong Back\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Customizing Your Pilates Program\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRael Isacowitz\u003c\/b\u003e is a world-renowned practitioner and teacher of Pilates. With over four decades of Pilates practice and achievement, he is a prominent lecturer and teacher at symposia, universities, colleges, and studios around the globe. He received his bachelor’s degree and teaching credentials from Israel's prestigious Wingate Institute, where he subsequently joined the teaching faculty. He later earned a master’s degree in dance from the University of Surrey in England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsacowitz has mastered all levels of the Pilates repertoire and is noted in the industry for his unique athleticism; synthesis of body, mind, and spirit; and passion for teaching. In 1989, he founded Body Arts and Science International (BASI) Pilates, which has developed into one of the foremost Pilates education organizations in the world. BASI Pilates is currently represented in more than 120 host locations spanning over 40 countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsacowitz has authored the definitive book on Pilates (\u003ci\u003ePilates\u003c\/i\u003e, Human Kinetics), published a series of workbooks on Pilates apparatus, produced DVDs, conceived designs of equipment manufactured by BASI Systems, and created the groundbreaking Pilates software BASI Interactive. He was a founding board member of the Pilates Method Alliance and is a regular contributor to several industry publications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Clippinger\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor emerita at California State University–Long Beach, where she taught for 19 years. Her courses included functional anatomy for dance, body placement, and Pilates. She also taught anatomy and kinesiology courses at other prestigious universities such as UCLA and Scripps College, as well as Pilates teacher training programs for Body Arts and Science International (BASI).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClippinger holds a master’s degree in exercise science from the University of Washington. Before joining academia, she worked as a clinical kinesiologist for 20 years at Loma Linda University Medical Center and several sports medicine clinics in Seattle. She has worked with a wide range of clients and consulted for the U.S. Weightlifting Federation, the U.S. race walking team, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the Danish Wounded Warrior Project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClippinger is a highly respected international speaker who has given over 400 presentations, including at conferences for BASI Pilates, Balanced Body, Pilates Alliance of Australasia, and Pilates Method Alliance. Clippinger was an exercise columnist for Shape magazine for four years and has authored numerous other articles, several book chapters, and the textbook \u003ci\u003eDance Anatomy and Kinesiology\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Online Exam With Ebook","offer_id":40276255244362,"sku":null,"price":62.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/55ec292e4ef63afcdcd91c61ef6f79b3.jpg?v=1780410589"},{"product_id":"pilates-anatomy-2nd-edition-online-ce-exam-without-book","title":"Pilates Anatomy 2nd Edition Online CE Exam Without Book","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eNOTE: The book \u003ci\u003ePilates Anatomy, Second Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e is required for successful completion of this exam but is not included with this purchase. 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