Yoga for women / by Karin Björkegren ; [translation: Monika Romare].

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ISBN:

9781616082604

Personal Author:

Björkegren, Karin, 1964-

Publication Information:

New York : Skyhorse Pub., [2011]

Physical Description:

143 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm

General Note:

"Gain strength and flexibility ; Ease PMS symptoms ; Relieve stress ; Stay fit through pregnancy ; Age gracefully"--Cover.

Contents:

Yoga and I -- What is Yoga? -- The breath -- learn to stay present -- Bandhas, the body's energy levels -- Sun salutations -- begin your day saluting the sun -- Menstruation issues and the days before your period -- The young woman: 20s-30s ; Pregnancy and after childbirth -- The woman in her 40s -- Menopause -- The woman in her 50s-60s-Plus -- Fit Yoga into your daily routine.

Summary:

" ... 'Yoga for Women' is an introduction to this ancient practice tailored especially for women at all stages of life. Beginning with a presentation of the eight basic foundations of yoga and several breathing exercises ... this book contains fifty poses and flows from hatha and ashtanga yoga. Each section addresses the various needs women have throughout their lifetime, from aches and pains to life changes ..."--P. [4] of cover.

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Language Note:

Translated from the Swedish.

OCLC Number:

ocn668194107

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