A Beginners Guide to Yoga

Introduction ................................................. 6

What is Yoga?..............................................11

What Yoga Isn’t .........................................13

The Essence of Yoga ...................................14

Yoga and Physical Health.............................15

Why is Yoga Beneficial?.................................18

The Mind-Body Connection ..........................21

Physical Benefits ........................................22

Psychological Benefits .................................23

Supporting a Healthy Lifestyle ......................23

Emotional Benefits......................................27

Pain Management Benefits ...........................27

Real People, Real Benefits ...........................29

Different Kinds of Yoga .................................29

Six Major Types .........................................31

Hatha Yoga ...............................................32

Raja Yoga .................................................33

Karma Yoga...............................................34

Karma Yoga...............................................35

Jnana Yoga................................................36

Tantra Yoga...............................................37

Advice for Beginners ...................................38

Final Note on Consistency ............................42

Yoga Equipment & Accessories .......................42

Yoga Mats .................................................44

Yoga Towel................................................45

Yoga Bags .................................................45

Yoga Straps...............................................46

Yoga Sandbags and Bolsters ........................46

Yoga Medication Cushions, Chairs, Benches, and Pillows ......................................................46

Yoga Balls .................................................47

Yoga Blocks ...............................................47

Yoga Videos/DVDs ......................................48

Yoga Music ................................................48

Yoga Clothing ............................................49

Conclusion ..................................................49