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Light on Yoga: The Definitive Guide to Yoga Practice
$13.99
The definitive work by B.K.S. Iyengar, the world’s most respected yoga teacher.
B.K.S. Iyengar has devoted his life to the practice and study of yoga. It was B.K.S. Iyengar’s unique teaching style, bringing precision and clarity to the practice, as well as a mindset of ‘yoga for all’, which has made it into the worldwide phenomenon it is today.
‘Light on Yoga’ is widely called ‘the bible of yoga’ and has served as the source book for generations of yoga students around the world. It is the classic text for all serious students of yoga.
B.K.S. Iyengar’s own photo-illustrated, step-by-step guides to every yoga routine.Week-by-week development plan – with a total of 300 weeks to allow gradual progression from novice to advanced technique.B.K.S. Iyengar’s unique and inspired guide to Pranayama – yoga breathing techniques.B.K.S. Iyengar’s yoga philosophy for life and an introduction to the spiritual aspects of yoga.Yoga sequences and asanas to help heal a range of specific illnesses and conditions.
ASIN : B09WK1DZ1M
Publisher : Thorsons (May 5, 2022)
Publication date : May 5, 2022
Language : English
File size : 148764 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 493 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : B00AXJUZEE
amy & tim –
every line is important
This is a required reading for ytt, but it is so informative. Nothing extra- every word is important. Lots of great photos and explanations. About to reread.
tara –
Fabulous book – a must for all levels of yoga practitioner!
This book has a wealth of information for any practitioner of yoga, from beginner to advanced. The content is concise and practical, and the poses are sequenced in a way that allows for a gradual and safe progression in the practice. There are also dozens of practice sequences given for both improvement and how to treat common ailments through yoga. The introduction is especially valuable, as it offers a no fluff in-depth commentary on the philosophical thought behind the asana practice. I pick it up again and again and am still referring to it after nearly 15 years of owning it. My copy is dog eared and loved, and was well worth every penny.An earlier reviewer mentioned that the photos and layout were not user friendly, and only gave the book two stars, which is a shame. This book was first printed in the mid 1960’s – over 40 years ago! It was the first yoga book of it’s kind to ever be printed, and it’s content is timeless and as relevant today as ever. Mr. Iyengar even had to struggle with his then publisher to be allowed to include so many photos, as it was so expensive in those days to print such a book. I say hats off to the man who brought yoga to the west long before it was ready. He’s a pioneer and a virtuoso of his craft, and his marvelous work should never be over overlooked just because it doesn’t come in some glossy package fit for the masses.
Pravin Pathak –
Very helpful book.
B K S Iyengar is very well know Yoga Guru. This book is very detailed. It explains each ‘asanas’ in great details. Introduction is long and really good. The copy takes very long to arrive and print is not very good. But it is ok and readable. It is a large book.
happy woman –
Thank you BKS Iyengar!
Purchased this book in 1986, when I started my yoga practice. I feel so fortunate to have begun with the real thing!!! Recently checked out available popular YouTube videos and was so surprised to see that the poses are rarely held longer than 5 seconds, they’re often missing important features and/or altered significantly, and breathing instruction is minimal if at all.I recommend this book to all who still have the patience to read these very well-delivered instructions. If not though, I’d recommend an online visit to the Iyengar Institute of San Francisco, where classes are available. Whatever the case, the book is a very valuable reference for form, plus offers so much towards a more comprehensive understanding of the yoga tradition.
TS –
Highly recommend
This book is a thorough treatment of yoga positions.
Dinky –
Wonder yoga guide
Very educational
SBA –
Great presentation for a fabulous book!
This is my fourth copy of light on yoga by BKS Iyengar. The way this book is laid out is much preferable to the older and first few editions that were published. Trust me, just buy it, youâll be glad you did.
Kindle Customer –
Great book with great pictures!
I am new to Yoga and “Light on Yoga” is just what I needed. Not only does Iyengar do a wonderful job of explaining Yoga for beginners, he also presents a nice and easy plan to get started and it lasts for 300 weeks! This is such a great book for those that have been to Yoga classes before and are interested in furthering their practice outside of a group class.
Yoga Elements –
A must have if you want to broaden your knowledge of yoga beyond performing asanas.This book is beautifully written and includes all essential elements to deepen your practice.
Vipin –
The book is very good for yoga practitioners. Sh. BKS iyanger showed a lot of poses which helped to understand the asana better. “>Also it has the vast knowledge about who should