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In this step by step program Swami Rama Outlines the basic physical exercise mental discipline and ethical commitments of Raja Yoga the Royal Path to self transfromation and enlightmen.

Yoga is hotter than ever, influencing everything from music and entertainment to the latest fashions. For the millions of stylish young women everywhere who are rolling out their yoga mats, breathing deeply, and chanting Om, theres YOGA CHICK. Its portable calm in a fashionable format, and a welcome break from every day stress and drama. YOGA CHICK offers six complete yoga practices, each addressing a different need (stress relief, energy boosting, muscle building, and more). It also includes tips on getting the most out of a workout, health and wellness advice, recipes for smoothies and teas, and journaling exercises. Lively sidebars explore aspects of the yoga lifestyle, such as the chakras, gems, aromatherapy, and much more, while charming two-color illustrations depict poses and embellish pages throughout.

Leza Lowitz is a much-published writer and director of Sun and Moon Yoga Studio in Tokyo.

“A must-have for anyone who is new and serious about exporing the subject further. Also recommended for advanced practitioners who may want to ‘brush-up’ on their Sanskrit.” — Yoga Magazine UK

“This slim volume is a lot more than its title lets on.” — The Asian Reporter

“…A joy to read: it has accuracy in its translations, beauty in its presentation, and conveys the spiritual richness of the yogic tradition. It will definitely enrich the life of many yoga teachers and students.” — Ascent Magazine

Joseph Campbell called Sanskrit “the great spiritual language of the world.” Designed by ancient Indian holy men to express the states of enlightened consciousness through syllabic sounds, Sanskrit is widely used in the West during yoga practice to channel spiritual pathways and to discuss important meditative and philosophical concepts. This book introduces 180 Sanskrit words (including chakra, karma, om, namaste, veda, nirvana) with Devanagari scripts, pronunciations, chants and brief cultural/historic explanations. A practical reference that makes an excellent gift book for any student of yoga, meditation or Eastern religion.

This highly original book introduces a fascinating new approach to yoga and Torah by combining the practice of classic yoga postures with traditional and mystical Jewish wisdom. Each chapter begins by presenting a central Jewish spiritual concept that engages readers of all faiths on a personal level. It offers an in-depth exploration of the concept, quoting and commenting on sacred Jewish texts from the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses) and other sources. It then guides its readers with mastery and clarity through a meditation and a set of fundamental yoga postures–clearly illustrated by beautiful photographs–for both beginning and advanced yoga students. The Torah concept is actualized and experienced through the practice of these postures. Torah Yoga helps to heighten awareness of body, mind, and spirit it illuminates the heart of Jewish wisdom. Includes more than 100 photographs.(192 Pages)

As interest in yoga continues to grow ever more broadly in the U.S., more and more Americans are trying out yoga and discovering its benefits. At the same time, millions of people who already practice yoga are finding that it can play many different roles in their life—from physical release to spiritual growth—and wonder how to unlock that potential fully. The Yoga Mind offers a bridge between yoga as a physical practice and yoga as a spiritual inquiry. A wide-ranging, considered investigation of the deep mind-body connection yoga promotes, it includes the best work of great yoga teachers and philosophers, as well as contemporary yoga teachers and practitioners who draw wisdom and insight from their practice. Selections include writings by Patanjali, B. K. S. Iyenger, Judith Lasater, Margot Anand, Stephen Cope, Geeta Iyengar, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Erich Schiffman, and many others. The Yoga Mind is for people who want to explore yoga’s deepest potential to change and enhance their lives on the physical, emotional, and spiritual planes.