Yoga for Body, Breath, and Mind: A Guide to Personal Reintegration [Paperback]

Lorenz Books (Author), Kathaleen Miller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 26, 1995

A breath-oriented approach for relaxation and well-being. Over 300 illustrations and photographs.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An extraordinary Hatha manual . . . one you can read, savor, and refer to again and again as your practice unfolds. It is distinguished from its peers by its emphasis on individualized therapy and its translation of the philosophy of the yoga sutras into everyday practice."— Yoga Journal

"Offers much for both beginner and expert to experience a new depth in their yoga practice."— NAPRA Review --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

A. G. Mohan studied with Sri T. Krishnamacharya for eighteen years until the master’s death in 1989. He is the author of numerous books. He lives in Chennai, India, with his wife, Indra, and son, Ganesh. The Mohans also teach workshops in the United States, India, and Europe. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 230 pages
• Publisher: Rudra Press; Revised edition (April 26, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0915801515
• ISBN-13: 978-0915801510
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,784,762 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

A. G. Mohan is a renowned yoga teacher, yoga therapist, and co-founder of Svastha Yoga & Ayurveda. He was a personal student of Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya for 18 years, between 1971 and 1989. Krishnamacharya (1888-1989), best known as the "father of modern yoga," was a legendary yoga master, ayurvedic healer, and scholar of the last century who modernized the practice of yoga and whose students dramatically popularized yoga in the West. For more information, visit: www.svastha.net.

Customer Reviews

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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finding Balance in an Unbalanced World, October 22, 2002

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Vina Shah (Sydney, NSW Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Yoga for Body, Breath, and Mind: A Guide to Personal Reintegration (Paperback)

The beauty of this book is its comprehensive approach to the subject of Yoga. While this book's focus is on Asana and Pranayama, the reader is left in no doubt that there is more to Yoga than that. It has a direct approach and economy of language which makes it ideal for beginners. However, the essence of the subject is never lost so that serious students of Yoga can read it many times over and still see something new in the old. What is special about this book is its systematic, logical approach with its emphasis on adaptation for individual needs. Two key components of this approach are the importance of correct breathing and developing the right balance of strength and flexibility. This book also has a chapter on meditation which may be a revelation even for some experienced Yoga practitioners. These days there seem to be very few of them who are aware that the ultimate aim of a Yoga practice is meditation. This book makes it clear that the practice of Yoga in its broadest sense provides us all with the tools we need to stay physically and mentally balanced in the face of a rapidly changing world.

26 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely worthwhile, esp for the integration of philosophy, March 22, 1998

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John W. Kepner - See all my reviews

This review is from: Yoga for Body, Breath, and Mind: A Guide to Personal Reintegration (Paperback)

This is one of the very best yoga books for those interested in a comprehensive and integrated view of yoga philosophy, asana practice and pranayama as a classical means of personal development and transformation still relevant for today. Mohan was a long time student of Krishnamacharya.