{"product_id":"9780804856447-yoga-basics","title":"Yoga Basics","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Basic Poses and Routines you Need to be Healthy and Relaxed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith this yoga guide, you can delve into a sport as good for your mind as it is for your body—and become a part of the vast (and continually growing) yoga community in the US and beyond.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDating back to the 11th century Vedic Indian tradition, the practice of yoga didn't gain prominence in the Western world until the 20th century. Fast forward to the present day, and yoga communities are huge—and still showing steady growth. Yoga is as good for the mind as it is for the body, and its benefits include flexibility, weight loss, stress reduction, pain relief, and spiritual growth. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis yoga book for beginners covers the origins of yoga including its philosophy, history, and the various styles of yoga schools as they apply to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Simpkins, neuroscience professionals with over 40 years teaching experience, address the curiosities and concerns of the beginning student, such as:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Where do I begin?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How do I find a teacher?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How do I prepare for my first class?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What do the unfamiliar terms mean?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e And much, much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoga Basics\u003c\/i\u003e focuses on the yoga essentials of breathing, balance, and the yoga poses themselves. Meditation and relaxation techniques are also discussed to complement your yoga exercises or yoga workouts. This accessible and comprehensive introduction is everything you need to learn yoga with confidence and success.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56540713681270,"sku":"9780804856447","price":4.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_28702877.jpg?v=1761668591","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9780804856447-yoga-basics","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}