Beyond Power Yoga
presents and explores the
complete
journey of the classical
astanga yoga
system, from power yoga to meditation and liberation. Bender Birch’s first book, the groundbreaking
Power Yoga,
introduced one level of
to mainstream America—a high-heat, high-energy mind/body workout. Now,
presents all eight levels, or limbs, of this ancient method—a total practice for body and soul.
Drawing a parallel between
astanga yoga'
s eight limbs and the mind/body energy centers
(chakras)
of Eastern philosophy, Bender Birch shows us how we can balance and heal our body, focus and relax our mind, amplify and direct our energy
(prana),
and ultimately reclaim our spiritual connection to Universal Consciousness. Each chapter offers specific practices to help the reader uncover and experience the insights of the
journey.
The YAMAS: Exploring the Fundamentals
The NIYAMAS: Doing the Work
ASANA: Practicing the Postures
PRANAYAMA: Breathing Mindfully
PRATYAHARA: Turning Inward
DHARANA: Developing Concentration
DHYANA: Experiencing Meditation
SAMADHI: Living Joyfully
Presented in the down-to-earth illuminating style and inspiring voice of the author, illustrated with easy-to-follow photos, plus a special
wall
chart of the
asana
sequences,
offers a short form of the dynamic mind/body power yoga method, then journeys through the deeper levels of spiritual practice.