An ever-increasing number of people depend on computers for both work and entertainment, which means an ever-increasing number of hours spent slumped in a chair — and an ever-increasing number of hand, wrist, neck, and shoulder injuries. Yoga for Computer Users offers a new kind of preventive self-care. It contains 23 illustrated poses and exercises, plus breathing and relaxation techniques, that increase circulation and range of motion, prevent injuries to the upper body, improve posture, and avert energy stagnation. They can be performed regardless of age or yoga experience and are combined in sequences ranging from quick five-minute stretching breaks that can be done while at the computer to more intensive 30-minute sessions designed for morning energy and evening relaxation. A special “Everyday Yoga” section presents lifestyle tips that help readers learn to alternate mouse hands, strengthen their core, stretch throughout the day, and schedule time for joy.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Anyone with use of their arms and a modicum of common sense will benefit from this book!
May 9, 2010
By Robyn Scherr
Format:Paperback
I'm a craniosacral and massage therapist, and recommend this book to nearly all my clients, young and old, active and sedentary. Every one of them who uses it has seen benefits, and I notice that they all have longer pain- and kink-free stretches of time between sessions.
Sandy Blaine writes in a clear, engaging voice. Her instructions are precise, and still very easy to follow. The beauty and genius of this book is that the poses are geared directly to the symptoms people get with longterm computer use, they can be done nearly anywhere with very little equipment, anyone with use of their arms and a modicum of common sense can perform them well, and the protocols are flexible time-wise, fitting in to busy schedules.
Anyone who spends time in a chair, with their hands out in front of them (think dental hygienists, quilters, cyclists, teachers...) can benefit from this yoga program. Folks who stand with their arms out (avid cooks and bakers...) also see great benefits.
I rehabbed an injured knee with Sandy's Yoga for Healthy Knees, so I know firsthand that her work is excellent.
Sandy Blaine writes in a clear, engaging voice. Her instructions are precise, and still very easy to follow. The beauty and genius of this book is that the poses are geared directly to the symptoms people get with longterm computer use, they can be done nearly anywhere with very little equipment, anyone with use of their arms and a modicum of common sense can perform them well, and the protocols are flexible time-wise, fitting in to busy schedules.
Anyone who spends time in a chair, with their hands out in front of them (think dental hygienists, quilters, cyclists, teachers...) can benefit from this yoga program. Folks who stand with their arms out (avid cooks and bakers...) also see great benefits.
I rehabbed an injured knee with Sandy's Yoga for Healthy Knees, so I know firsthand that her work is excellent.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book has some great moves you can do sitting at your desk. I can't do all of them because I'm not that flexible yet, but it's a goal! With fibromyalgia, I need to stretch my muscles to relieve some of the pain. This offers easy exercises for us "regular" people.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By C. Chafer
Format:Paperback
This is a great book for anyone who spends a lot of time at a computer, or just at a desk. Even if you have never done yoga before, this book will make your body feel better after a session in front of the screen. It's also a great reminder (and a good excuse!) to take breaks. Practical and clearly explained, this book should be required buying for every Human Resources department across the land. It will save companies a ton of lost employee time - and as they know, prevention is a whole lot better (and cheaper) than cure!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great book to pass on to friends and family members
This book was full of great ways that people who are sitting in front of a computer or sitting behind the wheel of a vehicle can avoid a lot of discomfort while on the job.
Published 3 days ago by jsapena
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspiring and practical
Sandy Blaine's "Yoga for Computer Users" is both inspiring and practical, in an age when almost everyone spends huge amounts of time sitting at a computer, a desk, or working on... Read more
Published on October 31, 2010 by Gemma Whelan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent and Easy Self-Care for Computer Users
With several hours a day at the computer and recently healed from neck and shoulder problems, this book is a sigh of relief. Read more
Published on August 31, 2010 by Kate O'Shea
2.0 out of 5 stars
Very thin book; a lot of words; few poses!
This book has the same yoga poses all the books and DVDs push, downward dog, mountain pose, etc.. If you have ever seen a yoga dvd or book, then you don't need this one. Read more
Published on April 14, 2010 by Reader2008
5.0 out of 5 stars
For Anybody and Everybody
I received this book as a gift and I was relieved to find out you don't have to be an experienced yoga practitioner to do the exercises. Read more
Published on April 6, 2010 by LilyMaeJones
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must have for everyone!
Another great book from Sandy Blaine. Her first book, Yoga for Healthy Knees, was such a help, that I'm not suprised at how great this book is. Read more
Published on April 8, 2008 by M. J. Perona
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