Complete Yoga (Good Housekeeping)

An essential, step-by-step illustrated guide for those interested and those taking part in Yoga. Every element is covered from breathing skills and exercises to preparing a body for birth to the prevention of arthritis and other disorders. This book is for both beginners and those more advanced. This comprehensive illustrated guide covers everything you need to know about yoga, whether you're just starting out or have been practising for years. Stella Weller explains the philosophy behind yoga in a practical, down-to-earth way and tells you everything you need to know to get started: When and where to practise / How to warm up and cool down / How to practise during pregnancy / The importance of breathing. In addition, the book includes over 50 postures, each of them fully illustrated, with clear, step-by-step instructions. A 68 page section on yoga for good health includes an A--Z reference chart that will tell you exactly which postures you should use to treat over 80 specific ailments, from acne to wrinkles.