This is the definitive guide to the practice of this ancient art' Natural Health. This is a comprehensive and highly illustrated guide which offers a unique insight into yoga.
B.S. Iyengar, the world's leading teacher, outlines the philosophy and ideas behind this ancient practise and details effective therapeutic yoga programmes for alleviating over 80 ailments from asthma to stress-related headaches. Appropriate for every level of ability, age and physical condition, there are detailed instructions for beginners, intermediate and advanced students. A special section introduces the author's innovative use of props, enabling beginners or the less flexible to practice yoga more easily and effectively. Clearly illustrated with step-by-step sequences and a 360 degree view of the final pose, showing exactly how to position each part of the body it's as good as having your own yoga teacher.