Mindful Yoga

By VIVIENNE STERLING

"Mindful Yoga" invites you to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and holistic well-being through the practice of yoga infused with mindfulness principles. This book serves as your guide to harnessing the power of yoga to cultivate greater awareness, inner peace, and resilience in your daily life.

Integrating Mindfulness and Yoga: Explore the synergistic relationship between mindfulness and yoga, discovering how the fusion of these practices enhances the mind-body connection and fosters a deeper sense of presence and tranquility.

Gentle Yoga Practices: Immerse yourself in a collection of gentle yoga sequences designed to promote relaxation, flexibility, and balance, regardless of your level of experience or physical abilities.

Breath Awareness Techniques: Learn breath-centered mindfulness techniques that serve as anchors for your yoga practice, helping you cultivate greater focus, calmness, and vitality both on and off the mat.

Embodied Presence: Cultivate a profound sense of embodied presence as you mindfully move through each yoga posture, connecting with the sensations, thoughts, and emotions that arise with curiosity and compassion.

Stress Reduction and Resilience: Discover how the mindful practice of yoga can help alleviate stress, anxiety, and tension while fostering greater emotional resilience, allowing you to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and equanimity.

Lifestyle Integration: Receive guidance on integrating mindfulness and yoga into your daily life, empowering you to cultivate mindfulness in everyday activities and nurture a sustainable and holistic approach to well-being.

?‍♀️ Embark on a journey of self-discovery, inner exploration, and holistic well-being with "Mindful Yoga." Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this book offers invaluable tools, practices, and insights to help you deepen your connection with yourself and the world around you. Step onto the mat, breathe, and embrace the transformative power of mindful yoga today! ?

• Language: English
• Publisher: VIVIENNE STERLING
• Release date: Jun 18, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224756247

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Vivienne Sterling

Mindful Yoga: A Beginner’s Guide

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Contents

Mindful Yoga: A Beginner’s Guide

CHAPTER ONE: Introduction to Yoga

Principles of Yoga

A Brief History of Yoga

The Eight-Limbed Path of Yoga

Types of Yoga

Benefits of Yoga

The Weight Loss Benefits of Yoga: Body

The Weight Loss Benefits of Yoga: Mind

CHAPTER TWO: Two-Week Yoga Training Plan for Beginners (Week One)

Week 1

Monday: Easy Pose and Corpse Pose

Corpse Pose (Savasana):

Tuesday: Mountain Pose (Tadasana)

Wednesday: Warrior Pose (Virabhadrasana)

Thursday: Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

Friday: Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)

Saturday: Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)

Sunday: Week 1 Review and Child’s Pose

Week 1 Review

Child’s Pose (Balasana)

Chapter Three: Two Week Yoga Training Plan for Beginners - Week Two

Monday: Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

Tuesday: Upward Facing Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana)

Wednesday: Seated Twist (Ardha