Yoga for Dummies Book

Foreword.

Introduction.

PART I: Off to a Good Start with yoga.

Chapter 1: Yoga 101: What You Need to Know.

Chapter 2: Ready, Set, Yoga!

PART II: Getting in Shape for yoga.

Chapter 3: Prep Before Pep.

Chapter 4: Relaxed Like a Noodle: The Fine Art of Letting Go of Stress.

Chapter 5: Breath and Movement Simplified.

PART III: Postures for Health Maintenance and Restoration.

Chapter 6: What to Do When -- The Importance of Sequencing.

Chapter 7: Sitting Made Easy.

Chapter 8: Standing Tall.

Chapter 9: Steady as a Tree: Mastering Balance.

Chapter 10: Absolutely Abs.

Chapter 11: Looking at the World Upside Down.

Chapter 12: Easy 'Round the Bends.

Chapter 13: Twist But Don't Shout.

Chapter 14: Dynamic Posture: The Sun Salutation.

Chapter 15: Recommended Routines.

PART IV: Creative yoga.

Chapter 16: Designing Your Own Yoga Program.

Chapter 17: "Prop Art" -- The Why and How of Simple Props.

PART V: Yoga as a Lifestyle.

Chapter 18: Yoga Throughout the Day.

Chapter 19: Sex and Yoga Make Good Bedfellows.

Chapter 20: Meditation and the Higher Reaches of Yoga.

Chapter 21: Yoga for Special Situations.

PART VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 22: Ten Tips for a Great Yoga Practice.

Chapter 23: Ten Great Places in the U.S.A. to Discover Yoga.

Chapter 24: Ten Good Reasons to Practice Yoga.

Appendix: Additional yoga Resources.

Index.

Book Registration Information.