Yoga for Transformation: Ancient Teachings and Practices for Healing the Body, Mind,and Heart

Yoga is often thought of as a workout, but its older purpose reaches much further. Gary Kraftsow, who founded the American Viniyoga Institute, shows how the tradition can work on the feelings, thoughts and inner life of a person as well as on the muscles and joints. Readers are led through practices for regulating breath and energy, disciplines for focusing and sharpening the mind, and meditation methods aimed at deeper self-knowledge. The goal is to nurture the whole person, bringing body, mind and spirit into one balanced practice. Hundreds of black-and-white photographs illustrate the postures and techniques, making the material approachable for beginners and experienced students alike.