Editorial Reviews:
Synopsis
divThe author of Yoga Journal's most-read column presents the first holistic guide to yogabrbrA user-friendly guide illustrated with 240 two-color photographs and illustrations, iYoga Mind, Body Spirit/i sets forth the tenets of this gentle yet rigorous exercise as no other book has. Integrating the teachings of every tradition, internationally renowned yoga instructor Donna Farhi reveals how yoga enhances the connections between the mind, body, and spirit. She outlines the seven simple movement principles that underlie all human motion and provides exercises to help readers understand how they can achieve all yoga postures. She also discusses the ten ethical precepts that are the foundation of all yoga teachings and explains how to incorporate them into a spiritually and emotionally rewarding inner practice.brbrAt the heart of iYoga Mind, Body Spirit/i are more than seventy-five yoga asanas or postures. Each is one pictured and described in detail, and they are arranged into related groups--including standing postures, sitting postures, arm balances, and breathing practices--or easy reference. A selection of yoga practices of varying lengths and levels of difficulty provides challenges and inspiration for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students.brbrA huge resurgence of interest in yoga is sweeping the country. With its broad scope and holistic approach, iYoga Mind, Body Spirit/i is the ideal book for today's mainstream audience. br/div
Amazon.com Review
As the physical practice of yoga has become popular in the West, many of the spiritual aspects have been lost. There is much more to yoga than reducing stress, increasing flexibility, looking great, and remaining youthful. Yoga is an ancient, integrated system designed to educate and unite body, mind, and spirit and teach the practitioner how to be present both on and off the mat.p In IYoga Mind, Body Spirit: A Return to Wholeness/I, Donna Farhi, IYoga Journal/I columnist, author of IThe Breathing Book/I, and internationally recognized yoga teacher, shows yoga students of all levels and traditions how to use yoga as spiritual practice and a vehicle to connect body and mind.p Most of IYoga Mind, Body Spirit/I is devoted to the Iasanas/I (yoga postures) and the practices of breathing and meditation. More than 240 photographs and line drawings show how to do the various poses and exercises. Postures are accompanied by benefits and effects, cautions, tips, and prenatal suggestions. Numerous inquiries are spread through the text to help the reader explore the body-mind-spirit connection. Farhi also explains what yoga is, summarizes the living principles (wise characteristics and codes for living soulfully), discusses the seven moving principles of yoga, and explores the body's organ systems. If you are ready to take your yoga practice to the next level, IYoga Mind, Body Spirit/I is an excellent guide to help you connect with everything yoga has to offer. I--Ellen Albertson/I
