{"product_id":"ashtanga-yoga-gregor-maehle-9781577316060","title":"Ashtanga Yoga: Practice and Philosophy","description":"\u003ci\u003eAshtanga Yoga: Practice and Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e is the first book of its kind, presenting a comprehensive guide to all eight limbs of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Join author Gregor Maehle, a seasoned yogi and compassionate teacher, as he guides you through the history and lineage of yoga; the fundamentals of breath, \u003ci\u003ebandhas\u003c\/i\u003e (energy locks within the body), \u003ci\u003edrishti\u003c\/i\u003e (the focal point of the gaze), and \u003ci\u003evinyasa\u003c\/i\u003e (sequential movement); a detailed breakdown of the \u003ci\u003easanas\u003c\/i\u003e of the Ashtanga Primary Series, following the traditional \u003ci\u003evinyasa\u003c\/i\u003e count; a lively and authentic rendering of the complete \u003ci\u003eYoga Sutra\u003c\/i\u003e of Patanjali, yoga's ancient sacred text; and a glossary of yoga terminology. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the \u003ci\u003easana\u003c\/i\u003e section, Maehle describes each posture with clear, meticulous instructions, photographs, anatomical illustrations, and practical tips. Information on the mythological background and yogic context of specific postures brings further insight to the practice. In the philosophy section, Maehle illuminates the \u003ci\u003eYoga Sutra\u003c\/i\u003e using the major ancient commentaries as well as his own insights. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis volume makes the entire path of Ashtanga Yoga accessible to modern practitioners. Both practical guide and spiritual treatise, \u003ci\u003eAshtanga Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e is an excellent introduction to the eight limbs of yoga and an invaluable resource for any yoga teacher or practitioner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Gregor Maehle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1577316061\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781577316060\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e New World Library\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/28\/2007\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 320\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.87lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.84h x 8.20w x 0.78d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eReference and Research Bk News\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2008 pg. 270","brand":"Gregor Maehle","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44051686883583,"sku":"9781577316060","price":30.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d7af1544-2031-4601-bf79-2c2b541adbdf.jpg?v=1685014575","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/ashtanga-yoga-gregor-maehle-9781577316060","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}