Synopses & Reviews
YOGA / BODYWORK
“Carol Mitchell has done a superb job of weaving ancient tradition with modern innovation. A must-read for all yoga enthusiasts!”
Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D., author of Meditation As Medicine
“Yoga on the Ballcombines the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern techniques to create a unique approach to building strength and flexibility. A fun, simple, and healthy way to fitness.”
Judith Hanson Lasater, PH.D., P.T.,author of Relax and Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Times
“I recommend this book to anyone looking for a new way to practice yoga.”
Richard Usatine, M.D.,author of Yoga Rx
“At last! A new program that merges the ancient art of yoga with the modern science of exercise physiology. In an easy-to-use format Yoga on the Ballprovides it all--training for flexibility, strength, and endurance of body, mind, and spirit.”
Sam Dworkis, author of Recovery Yoga
“A clear, comprehensive, and user-friendly book that facilitates a deeper understanding of yoga and its benefits while traveling an unconventional path. The yoga practices are equally accessible to beginners and skilled practitioners, providing useable knowledge for every reader. Highly recommended.”
Leigh Crews, national spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise
Medical exercise specialist Carol Mitchell offers an innovative new workout that combines the science of yoga with the technology of the exercise ball. Executing yoga postures while using the exercise ball is true “meditation in motion.”It allows you to engage several muscle groups simultaneously while challenging your balance and spatial awareness in order to create a total-body workout. With only a slight roll of the ball, the deep yoga stretches can be altered to target different areas of the muscles, allowing each yoga posture to be as beneficial as possible.
Yoga on the Ballpresents 67 postures--from introductory to advanced poses--detailed in step-by-step instructions and accompanied by more than 225 photographs. You can customize your practice, choosing between sculpting your muscles with toning and strengthening poses or relaxing your body and mind with stretching and breathing exercises. The author also offers three progressive yoga workouts for all levels of ability.
CAROL MITCHELL is a certified medical exercise specialist and international fitness trainer whose work has been featured in the Canadian Medical Journal. She is the educational director for the International Society of Yoga Education and teaches seminars on mind-body fitness to corporations, yoga and fitness practitioners, coaches, and health practitioners worldwide. She lives in Ontario.
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andquot;I highly recommend this fabulous guide for enhancing your own yoga practice.andquot;
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and#8220;A clear, comprehensive, and user-friendly book that facilitates a deeper understanding of yoga and its benefits while traveling an unconventional path. The yoga practices are equally accessible to beginners and skilled practitioners, providing useable knowledge for every reader. Highly recommended.and#8221;
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and#8220;Carol Mitchell has done a superb job of weaving ancient tradition with modern innovation. A must-read for all yoga enthusiasts!and#8221;
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and#8220;andlt;Iandgt;Yoga on the Ballandlt;/Iandgt; combines the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern techniques to create a unique approach to building strength and flexibility. A fun, simple, and healthy way to fitness.and#8221;
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and#8220;I recommend this book to anyone looking for a new way to practice yoga.and#8221;
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and#8220;At last! A new program that merges the ancient art of yoga with the modern science of exercise physiology. In an easy-to-use format andlt;Iandgt;Yoga on the Ballandlt;/Iandgt; provides it all--training for flexibility, strength, and endurance of body, mind, and spirit.and#8221;
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“At last! A new program that merges the ancient art of yoga with the modern science of exercise physiology. In an easy-to-use format Yoga con Balón provides it all--training for flexibility, strength, and endurance of body, mind, and spirit.” < b=""> Sam Dworkis <> , author of < i=""> Recovery Yoga <>
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"I highly recommend this fabulous guide for enhancing your own yoga practice." < b=""> Sasha Reyes <> , < i=""> Natural Beauty & Health <> , October 2003
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“Carol Mitchell has done a superb job of weaving ancient tradition with modern innovation. A must-read for all yoga enthusiasts!” < b=""> Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D <> ., author of < i=""> Meditation <>
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“Yoga on the Ball combines the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern techniques to create a unique approach to building strength and flexibility. A fun, simple, and healthy way to fitness.” < b=""> Judith Hanson Lasater, PH.D., P.T., <> author of < i=""> Relax and Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Times <>
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“I recommend this book to anyone looking for a new way to practice yoga.” < b=""> Richard Usatine, M.D <> ., author of < i=""> Yoga Rx <>
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“At last! A new program that merges the ancient art of yoga with the modern science of exercise physiology. In an easy-to-use format Yoga on the Ball provides it all--training for flexibility, strength, and endurance of body, mind, and spirit.” < b=""> Sam Dworkis <> , author of < i=""> Recovery Yoga <>
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“A clear, comprehensive, and user-friendly book that facilitates a deeper understanding of yoga and its benefits while traveling an unconventional path. The yoga practices are equally accessible to beginners and skilled practitioners, providing useable knowledge for every reader. Highly recommended.” < b=""> Leigh Crews <> , national spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise
Synopsis
Blends the ancient science of yoga with the unique training possibilities of the exercise ball to create an innovative and effective workout.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;and#8226; A unique combination of Hatha Yoga asanas and ball work that builds lean muscles while providing natural stress relief. andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;and#8226; Includes a comprehensive workout adaptable to the needs of the beginner and those with a more advanced practice.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Written by Certified Medical Exercise Specialist Carol Mitchell, andlt;iandgt;Yoga on the Ballandlt;/iandgt; combines the science of yoga with the technology of the exercise ball to create a workout that can be tailored to all fitness levels. Moving through yoga postures while using the exercise ball is meditation in motion. It allows you to engage several muscle groups simultaneously to create a total body workout and to lose weight naturally as your metabolism increases with special breathing techniques. The exercise ball provides a soft and cushioning base for the strong stretches and graceful movements of the yoga exercises, and with only a slight roll of the ball, the deep stretches can be altered to target different areas of the muscles.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;The complete workout lets you choose between sculpting your muscles with cardiovascular and muscle-toning exercises or relaxing your body and mind with stretching and breathing exercises. andlt;iandgt;Yoga on the Ballandlt;/iandgt; pairs breathing and movement to create a rejuvenating flow of energy that will realign your mind and body, leaving you feeling calm, strong, and centered.
About the Author
Carol Mitchell (1959-2006) was a Certified Medical Exercise Specialist and international fitness trainer whose methods have been featured on television and radio and in newspapers and the andlt;Iandgt;Canadian Medical Journalandlt;/Iandgt;. She released two videos and was known for her seminars on creating mind-body fitness, which she presented to corporations, yoga and fitness practitioners, coaches, and other health practitioners in both the United States and Canada.andnbsp;
Table of Contents
andlt;Bandgt; andlt;BRandgt;Introduction andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;andnbsp;andnbsp; Yoga: Tradition and Innovation andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;1. Yoga and the Ball--A Dynamic Duet andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;2. The Body and the Breath andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;andlt;Iandgt;Breath Check andbull; Diaphragmatic Breathing andbull; Modified Child Pose (Mudhasana) andbull; Prana Power andbull; Prayer Breath andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Iandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;3. Finding Postural Ease with Yoga Ball Asanas andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;andlt;Iandgt;Postural Setup: Ideal Alignment andbull; Tummy Compressions andbull; Half Plank with Uddiyana Bhanda andbull; Abdominal Squeeze (Akunchan Prasarana) andbull; Meditative Yogi andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Iandgt;andlt;Bandgt;4. That All-Important Warm-Up Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;5. Yoga Asanas-Striking the Balance Between Strength and Flexibility andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;andlt;Iandgt;Standing Forward Fold (Uttanasana) andbull; Seated Forward Fold andbull; Cobra (Bhujangasana) andbull; Down Dog (Adhomukha Svanasana) andbull; Reverse, or Inclined, Plank (Purvottanasana) andbull; Camel Pose (Ustrasana) andbull; Forward Fold with Spinal Twist (Prasarita Padottanasana 1) andbull; Yoga Chair Pose (Uktatasana) andbull; Bow Pose (Dhanurasana) andbull; Crow Pose (Kakasana) andbull; Modified Locust Pose (Salabhasana) andbull; Side Plank or Arm Balance (Vashishthasana)andbull; Boat Pose (Paripurna Navasana) andbull; Bridge Pose (Sethu Bhandasana) andbull; Warrior 1 (Virabhadrasana 1) andbull; Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2) andbull; Extended Side Angle (Parshvakonasana) andbull; Warrior 1 with Prayer Twist andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Iandgt;andlt;Bandgt;6. Body Balance, Mind Balance andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;andlt;Iandgt;Knee Lift andbull; Tree Pose (Vrikshasana) andbull; Eagle Pose (Garudasana) andbull; Side Plank (Vashishthasana) andbull; Half Moon (Ardha Chandrasana) andbull; Hand to Big Toe Posture (Utthita hasta Padangusthasana) andbull; King Dancer (Natarajasana) andbull; Candle Pose (Vaparita Karani Mudra) andbull; Warrior 3 (Virabhadrasana 3) andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Iandgt;andlt;Bandgt;7. The Advanced Posturesandlt;/Bandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Iandgt;Supine Straight Leg Spinal Twist andbull; Yoga Chair Pose with Squat andbull; Balancing Yogi andbull; Yoga Plank with Arm Work andbull; Yoga Plank with Push-Ups andbull; Advanced Prayer Roll Out andbull; Advanced Bridge with Roll Out andbull; Advanced Bridge with Roll Out and Leg Raise andbull; Side-LyingPlank andbull; Side-Lying Plank with Twist andbull; Advanced Down Dog andbull; Yoga Plank Hover andbull; Rolling Tabletop andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Iandgt;andlt;Bandgt;8. Relaxation and Restorationandlt;/Bandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Iandgt;Modified Fish (Matsyasana) andbull; Yoga Side Stretch andbull; Standing Cat (Bidalasana) andbull; Lion Pose (Simhasana) andbull; Neck Stretch andbull; Spinal Twist (Maricyasana) andbull; Kneeling Cat (Bidalasana) andbull; Thread the Needle andbull; Pigeon Pose (Raja Kapotasana) andbull; Reclined Hamstring Stretch (Supta Padangusthasana) andbull; Cobbler Pose (Baddha Konasana) andbull; Reclining Spinal Twist andbull; Rocking Child Pose andbull; Rocking Child Pose with Neck Massage andbull; Hip Lift andbull; Modified Corpse Pose (Shavasana) andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Iandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;9. Putting It All Together andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;Appendix andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;andnbsp;andnbsp; Major Muscles and Their Functions andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;Resources andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;Ball and Video Ordering Information andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;Acknowledgments andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;