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Yoga is not just a physical exercise, nor is it a religion. Yoga is a philosophy of life and a systematic science that enables us to realize our true nature and experience our union with the Divine. Inner Quest weaves together hundreds of answers to the questions that well up from within our heart as we travel the spiritual path, including reincarnation, relationships, karma, death and dying, understanding the mind and more. To help us on our quest for self-realization, Pandit Tigunait draws on the knowledge he has gathered from the scriptures, from accomplished teachers, and from his own spiritual findings as well as his experiences with other seekers and students on the path.

Pandit Rajmani Tigunait
Piritual head of the Himalayan Institute, Pandit Rajmani Tigunait is the successor of Sri Swami Rama. He holds two doctorates, one from the University of Allahabad in India and the other from the University of Pennsylvania. He is a regular contributor to Yoga International magazine, the author of numerous books including the best-selling, At the Eleventh Hour and the force behind Sacred Link-The Healing Revolution.

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Book: How To Maximize The Power Of Yoga by Wings of Success
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Yoga is both philosophy and science. As a philosophy it deals with the astral body, as a science it deals with the physical body to keep it in perfect health. Although yoga practice in general is preventive, it can also be used to correct common disorders of the physical body. It is a living science in the sense that within its general fame work it is possible to adopt the practice to be therapeutic. The therapy is inherently slow and requires faith and persistence. On the other hand it costs nothing and can be done in the privacy of one’s own home without any side effects generally associated with modern medicines.

What does The Yoga Therapy cover?

The description says yoga is both a philosophy and a science. As a philosophy it deals with what it calls the astral body, and as a science it deals with the physical body.

What does the description say about yoga as therapy?

The description says yoga practice is generally preventive but can also be used to correct common disorders of the physical body. It also says the therapy is slow, needs faith and persistence, costs nothing and can be done at home “without any side effects generally associated with modern medicines”. These are the description’s own claims and are not confirmed here; anyone with a medical condition should ask a doctor before relying on them.

This summary of the book description is not medical advice.

What does the word “therapy” mean in yoga?

“Yoga therapy” is used in different ways. It may mean a gentle class designed around a condition, a one-to-one session with a trained practitioner or simply a book’s way of describing exercises. It is not the same as medical treatment, and qualifications vary. Ask about training and experience, as the NCCIH guidance on yoga advises for any instructor.

The same page summarises research suggesting yoga may help with stress, mood, sleep and balance, may relieve neck pain and headaches in some people, and may help people with chronic conditions manage symptoms. Those are possible benefits with caveats, and the results depend on the style and the person.

A book that says yoga is both philosophy and science is describing a view. Medicine does not work like that: always have a new or ongoing symptom checked by a doctor, and tell them about any exercise programme you use.

Related on this blog: Yoga and Type 2 Diabetes: What the Research Shows and How to Practice Safely and Yoga for Stress: How It Works and Why So Many People Try It

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A yoga book for beginners with special emphasis for people who are overweight, sedentary or both. The book features simple line drawings, straightforward instruction and a simple plan for regaining your flexibility and mobility.

What topics does it cover?

It lists simple line drawings, straightforward instruction and a simple plan for regaining flexibility and mobility.

Who is Yoga for Fat Guys meant for?

The description calls it a yoga book for beginners, with special emphasis on people who are overweight, sedentary or both.

This summary of the book description is not medical advice. The description is short, so check the Amazon page for the full contents.

What should I know about being overweight and starting to move?

Starting from a larger body, a long period of inactivity or both is common, and it is a good reason to begin gently. The MedlinePlus page on exercise for older adults says to start slowly, build up to your goal and check with your provider if you have not been active. The NHLBI healthy weight page describes a healthy weight as part of heart-healthy living and links it to eating and physical activity.

Simple, low-impact movements, chair work and slow breathing are reasonable starting points. Focus on what you can do today, not what you could not do last year. The NIDDK page on the health risks of overweight and obesity describes the health risks linked with overweight and obesity, which is one reason to plan changes with a professional instead of alone.

Consult a doctor before beginning, especially if you have joint pain, diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnea. Weight stigma is real and unhelpful; look for classes where you feel welcome. Short, regular sessions of a few minutes are easier to keep up than one long effort. Rest days are part of progress, not a failure. Celebrate small gains, such as walking an extra block.

More on this blog: Before You Start Yoga: Warm-Up, Breathing and Listening to Your Body and A Ten-Minute Yoga Routine for Low-Energy Days: Six Simple Moves

Book: Yoga for Fat Guys by John J. Gillies
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A wonderful step on your journey to improved wellness with yoga Yogini dharmananda

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Please consult your primary or specialty medical provider for your health care issues. The author and
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Bio:
Yogini dharmananda(Heather Johnstone) found the healing effects of water with yoga as part of her own
work with her yin deficiency pattern. She has been working with yoga since childhood and finds it to be
an integral part of her being.

What is Water Yoga about?

The description calls it “a wonderful step on your journey to improved wellness with yoga”. It also says the information is not medical advice and is not meant to replace medical care, and asks readers to consult their own medical provider.

Who is behind Water Yoga?

The title credits Yogini Dharmananda (Heather Johnstone), who the description says found the healing effects of water with yoga as part of her own work with her yin deficiency pattern, and has worked with yoga since childhood as the author.

Summary of the book description only, not medical advice. The description is brief, so look at the Amazon page for the full contents.

What are the benefits and cautions of exercising in water?

Water supports body weight, so many people find exercising in a pool gentler on joints than on land. That makes it popular for older adults, for people recovering from injury, and for anyone who wants to move without impact. The NIA exercise page lists the types of exercise that benefit older adults, and water classes can include all three.

Practical points: use a pool with a lifeguard or with others present, stay hydrated even though you do not feel sweaty, and keep within the depth where you can stand comfortably. Warm pools can raise body temperature, so leave if you feel dizzy.

The author’s own note says the information is not medical advice, and that is good guidance. Speak with your doctor first if you have heart disease, low blood pressure, open wounds, a pacemaker, epilepsy or are pregnant. Report chest pain, breathlessness or faintness immediately.

More on this blog: Can Yoga Cure Illness? What Yoga Can and Cannot Do, and How Athletes Use It and Yoga and Type 2 Diabetes: What the Research Shows and How to Practice Safely

Book: Water Yoga by Yogini Dharmananda
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