Synopses & Reviews
Astanga works by synchronizing the breath with set sequences of postures, producing internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The benefits are improved circulation, a strong, supple body, and a calm mind. In Total Astanga, yoga teacher Tara Fraser takes readers through each posture of the primary series (the first set of Astanga postures) one step at a time and shows how to develop a workout that is safe but always challenging and suitable for any level of ability and lifestyle. The core of the book presents the Sun Salutations (Astangas warm-ups), the primary series, and finishing sequence more than 60 postures in all. 200 color photographs guide readers through the movements. Special boxes offer additional information or insight into a posture or explain how to adapt a posture if necessary.
Synopsis
Astanga is one of the most popular and energetic styles of yoga: it produces an internal heat and purifying sweat that detoxify muscles and organs. Thanks to yoga teacher Tara Fraser, almost anyone can learn astangas techniques and experience its benefits, from improved circulation to increased strength and suppleness. With the help of 200 color photographs, she carefully guides aspiring practitioners through more than 60 basic poses: the Sun Salutations to warm-up; each posture in the primary series; and a finishing sequence to cool down gently. Along the way, she demonstrates how to develop a workout that is safe, always challenging, and suitable for any level. Special boxes offer additional insight into a posture or how to adapt it, if necessary.