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Llewellyn Publications
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Unite the body, mind, and spirit with Yoga Tarot.
Traditional yoga blends seamlessly within the confines of Tarot, resulting in a wealth of evocative figures and scenes ideal for meditation. Organic watercolor images, not unlike luminescent stained glass, invite us to sip from a wellspring of physical health and spiritual well being.
Deluxe edition (41/2 x 67/10) includes 78 full-color cards, instructions, and an embroidered velvet bag
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Ballantine Books
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (For all levels) 『This is a great book to get back to the basics of strengthening your core and working on stretching. There are a lot of photos, and the explanations of exercises are very informative and easily understood. Great introduction. This book is particularly good for dancers at all levels』
(Emphasis on ballet over Pilates and yoga, but well done) 『I've been aware of this book since it came out. Molly Weeks was one of the participants on the original Method show several years ago, and I was not surprised that she, too, had developed an exercise system that combined yoga, Pilates and ballet as Jennifer Kries did a few years ago. When this came out, I only briefly skimmed it and it didn't grab me, so I didn't read it very carefully. However, a few days ago I decided to give this one a chance, and now I am impressed.
Unlike most of the other Pilates-writers out there, Weeks' does not have a background in performance. Her exposure to ballet is through classes- the way most of her readers might hope to be exposed as well. The same can be said of her yoga experience, although she is a fully certified Pilates teacher, through Romana no less. In other words, she has the credentials to come up with a system.
The system itself is Warm Up, Core Pilates, Stretching, Hips and Buttocks, Floor Ballet, Back, Standing Ballet, Ballet Combinations, Hatha Yoga and Cool Down. As you can see, the majority of the work is influenced by ballet, although the Hips and Buttocks and Floor Ballet segments combine techniques from the other disciplines as well. Although all of the segments are well-thought out and illustrated, the ones that I found most helpful were the Floor Ballet and Ballet Combinations. I have not seen many of the exercises from the Floor Ballet segments elsewhere, and I find them to be really effective. The Ballet Combinations were both new and inspirational. Although I wouldn't go so far as to say that I felt like a dancer doing them, these exercises did provide that element that I've been looking for in my own exercise routine, and I look forward to doing them again.
This is a great supplement to your other workout regimens, but I feel it can also stand on its own.』 『BalleCore is unique in that it combines three tried-and-true disciplines into one optimal workout. Pilates strengthens and stretches the major muscles, activates your core (the band of muscles below your chest), and energizes your body. Hatha yoga helps quiet the mind through breath, fortifies the nervous system, builds stamina, and produces mental equilibrium. Ballet increases blood flow, develops poise, promotes good posture, and improves balance.
Fitness dynamo and faculty member of the Boston Ballet for the past seven years, Molly Weeks is the woman behind BalleCore. She has chosen an array of effective exercises from each of these three disciplines to create a fulfilling workout that can easily be done in your own homeandin under an hour. The results?
• Reduce backaches and stress • Develop stature, support the spine, and feel steady on your feet • Sculpt your arms, legs, hips, and core–and look trimmer than ever • Loosen those tight spots in the shoulders, neck, and joints • Gain an incredible sense of ease throughout your body • Experience inner calm, self-confidence, and renewed optimism
With step-by-step instructions and profusely illustrated with helpful photographs,The BalleCore Workout®is the ultimate path to good health, longevity, and mind/body wellness. Remember: 50 minutes a day can change your life!』
『Shuffle up your routine with this classic yoga card deck. YOGA CARDS will help you develop routines appropriate to your individual needs. Fully updated to include today's most popular postures, YOGA CARDS include an introduction to the techniques of yoga, plus clear illustrations and instructions for getting into, sustaining, and getting out of fifty-seven postures. Included is a CD with soothing sounds to put you into a meditative state of mind.』
IPhone 3G used's review (Learn techniques to master your mind, body, spirit) 『Reviewed by Paige Lovitt for Reader Views (3/07)
"Japanese Yoga: the Way of Dynamic Meditation" introduces the form of Shin-shin-toitsu-do, which means "the way of mind and body unification." The author describes it as "the direct investigation of universal principles for living." He believes that we can transform our lives by following this practice. It was created by Dr. Nakamara Tempu, also a sensei, when he went to India in the early 1900's to study yoga. In developing Shin-shin-toistuo-do Dr. Tempu incorporated his knowledge of martial arts, western medicine and psychology, and healing into this form.
Shin-shin-toistu-do is different from Indian yoga. It uses a variety of stretching exercises, breathing methods, methods of seated and moving meditation, massage-like healing techniques, auto-suggestion techniques, and mind and body coordination drills. Included are also principles for the unification of the mind and body. This practice is very practical and can be used in our everyday life.
We are encouraged to use this practice because it will teach us to transcend our bodies and it places a higher importance on mental and physical health over material wealth. In reading and learning about this practice, I appreciated the humbleness of Mr. Davey. He encourages the reader to look inside ourselves to find truth, not at him.
I think that this is a great book for anyone interested in meditation and healing techniques. I think that people with a passion for the Japanese martial arts will really benefit from the training. It is in no way difficult to follow and Mr. Davey keeps it very interesting. He also provides resources to accessing instruction and supplies, and a glossary for quick reference.
My personal interests lie in Japanese martial arts and healing. I am pursuing my third degree black belt in karate and have been attuned to mastery level in Reiki. I was very excited to read "Japanese Yoga," because I felt that in addition to assisting me with my everyday life, it will also help me to achieve my next levels of training in the other art forms. Physically and mentally, I will benefit, especially as I feel myself physically aging. I also think that incorporating something new into my life will bring an additional excitement to my training.
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(Leading life in a positive way) 『One of the key principles of Japanese Yoga or shin-shin toitsu do is being and staying positive. When you stay positive, the ki or the energy starts to flow in you. When you turn negative, the ki stops flowing. It is as simple as that! H. E. Davey writes in a simple and most effective manner to instill in one this simple principle.
If you are practicing Yoga for some time, you will know that Yoga is not all postures. Living life to its maximum is yoga; letting that universal energy flow through you uninterrupted is yoga. The author writes about the teachings of his master - Nakamura sensei. While acknowledging the roots of Japanese Yoga lies in the ancient practice from India, Nakamura sensei went on to form the foundations of Japanese yoga through his own interpretations and experiences.
As with staying positive, concentration of the mind is a big part of the book. There are several exercises/techniques (candle gazing, listening to the fading of the ringing bells to eternity) explained in the book and how, with such exercises once can connect to the universal energy. The exercise with a pendant is a simple and profound way to illustrate the effects of the mind on the body. You will find the many gentle stretching and ki stimulating exercises easy to learn and practice. This is one of the yoga books that I could read through without the express need to 'know' the steps of postures, the sequences and combinations of different categories of postures, etc, etc.
I found the book to be simple and devoid of the numerous asanas that one needs to learn to 'practice' yoga. You need to read quite a bit of the book to get a sense of what Dynamic Meditation is. That's how this book is different. If Yoga were to be condensed into a two-page booklet readied for a crash course, then there wouldn't be so many books on the subject. Each author and each way of yoga uses a different and often unique way to get the message across. H. E. Davey speaks from his own experience and practice in writing this book and in it you will find a different and welcome way of practicing yoga. This book will be a unique addition to your Yoga library.』
(The connection between the Body and Mind) 『`Japanese Yoga' is comparatively an easy book to read and to follow. The author has a good gasp of Japanese culture and its philosophies. His explanations are relatively easy to follow. I think the paradox of Japanese is that they don't say much as most of their communication is through their actions and Davey has managed to explain many of demonstrated action into simple words. Although the book has fewer illustrations of yoga techniques which was rather disappointing but the explanation behind `Japanese Yoga' concept was well handled by the author. I will certainty recommend this book to any student who is keen to understand the basic principles and the source behind various exercises discussed in the book and those who are keen to understand the primary connection between the body and mind.』
(affects you daily life from DAY ONE....) 『'Japanese Yoga' is a surprising book that affects your daily life from day one that you practice it. The fact that i keep on practicing it everyday is a solid proof that the exercises are helpful in many ways.
The author H.E. DAVEY reveals in a clear and instructive way the teachings of NAKAMURA TEMPU SENSEI. Both the psychological and spiritual background of his method are written in a down-to-earth way and without acting as a 'guru'. Each of the principles has a PRACTICAL pendant as an exercise or test to make you really feel what is meant. In this way these principles are not mere assumptions, but become true and real, here and now. For example : the principle that the mind moves and controls the body : the author includes several tests and exercises to make you find out for yourself what is meant.
The practice of Japanese Yoga has a lot to offer : stretching exercises, improvement of posture and breathing, centered movement, healing skills, meditation etc. These are not too difficult for most people, if practiced in the right frame of mind. And they are beneficial indeed.
The author suggests that there could follow a second volume of this book. i would be very pleased to read and learn more about Japanese Yoga.
H.E. Davey also wrote "Living the Japanese Arts and Ways", 45 paths to meditation and beauty. This volume further explores the Japanese Ways (do) and is equally interesting and revealing. It looks at "body-and-mind-
unification" through the traditional crafts and arts of Japan.』
(Not Just a How-To Book) 『If you're just interested in whether I liked this book or not, I'll get that out of the way first. I enjoyed this book and I expect to read it again in the near future.
I should mention, before discussing the contents, that this book is well-constructed. I like to read on airplanes and took this book on several short trips. It not only fits well into carryon luggage, but also withstands the rigors of travel and hotels extremely well.
This is not just a how-to type of book. Readers will not be overwhelmed by images of slim, svelte individuals in contortionist stances or situations. Rather, this book discusses the mental process of meditation. Any physical postures or exercises mentioned seem to be designed to facilitate the meditation process, not merely to lose weight or fit in with the burgeoning yoga crowd.
I don't think there is any one good manner of addressing the mental processes, especially those of meditation. It is just too complicated an area. This author takes the approach of discussing some of the short-term goals of the incremental steps of his method, Shin-shin-toitsu-do, rather than ephemeral discussions of long-term, years-down-the-line goals. He repeats important points, usually from different angles and perspectives. This approach can be heavy-handed and burdensome, if not done correctly. Mr. Davey keeps his approach light. Just when it seems he is going to spoil things, he is off on another tangent that brings the reader back to the same goal.
I couldn't read this book in one sitting, although it is not a ponderous tome. I felt the need to break it into many short, educational readings. Sometimes just a snippet, sometimes reading longer. The material was presented in an easy manner, free of self-importance, yet not disrespectful. I know I probably didn't pick up all the important material discussed, but I put it down with the feeling that I had found something that was important. I will read this book again, soon.』
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Emphasizing soft stretching and meditation exercises, the ultimate goal of Japanese yoga-known as Shin-shin-toitsu-do-is enhanced mind/body integration, calmness, and willpower for a healthier and fuller life. Developed by Dr. Tempu Nakamura in the early 1900s from Indian yoga, Eastern arts, and Western medicine and psychotherapy, Japanese yoga offers a new approach to experienced yoga students and a natural methodology that newcomers will find easy to learn.
After a brief history of Shin-shin-toitsu-do, H. E. Davey presents Dr. Nakamura's Four Basic Principles to Unify Mind and Body. These principles relate the meditative experience to the movement of everyday living and thus make it a "dynamic" meditation. Each of the Four Basic Principles is illustrated with step-by-step explanations of practical experiments.
Readers are then introduced to different forms of seated and moving meditation, health exercises, and self-healing arts. All these are linked back to the Four Basic Principles and can enhance performance in art, music, business, sports, and other activities. Readers learn to use Japanese yoga techniques throughout the day, without having to sit on the floor or seek out a quiet space.
Included at the end of the book are simple but effective stretching exercises, information about ongoing practice, and a glossary and reference section. Amply illustrated and cogently presented,Japanese Yogabelongs in every yoga section and on every mind/body/spirit reading list.
H. E. Daveyis Director of the Sennin Foundation Center for Japanese Cultural Arts in the San Francisco Bay Area and has studied directly with disciples of Nakamura Sensei.
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Crystal Clarity Publishers
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (A practical guide to better sleep) 『I have had insomnia for years and have tried many different types of treatments like drugs, exercise, and diet. All have worked to varying degrees of success, but none like the yoga rountines offered in "Yoga Therapy for Overcoming Insomnia". Not only does this book offer a yoga practice for better sleep, but also a comprehensive medical backround of what insomnia is and how you can also make some simple lifestyle adjustments to sleep more soundly. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking to get a better night's sleep and improve their quality of life. -Phil Romano』
(Providing expert instruction on creating good sleep habits) 『Insomnia is the single most prevalent sleep disorder with an estimated ten percent of the American population having insomnia nightly. Yoga is a recognized exercise technique with established healing effects. Now Yoga has been applied to treating insomnia with a therapeutic regimen made accessible for the non-specialist general reader through the collaborative efforts of practicing primary care physician Peter Van Houten and Rich McCord, the worldwide director of Ananda Yoga, one of the largest schools of yoga in the United States today. Yoga Therapy For Overcoming Insomnia articulately discusses the types, causes, and treatments of insomnia, as well as providing expert instruction on creating good sleep habits. Extensive information is provided on how to use yoga postures as an aid in treating and preventing insomnia, along with useful conventional and alternative treatments to supplement the utilization of yoga in combating insomnia. Enhanced with a variety of additional "tips, techniques, and tools", Yoga Therapy For Overcoming Insomnia requires no prior knowledge of, or expertise with, yoga in order to quickly benefit from the advice and instruction provided. If you or a loved one is grappling with the problem of insomnia, whether chronic or intermittent, then give a careful reading to Yoga Therapy For Overcoming Insomnia. 』
(Herbal Tea and Yoga) 『Yoga Therapy is a revolutionary new approach to working with common physical and mental ailments. ~Peter Van Houten, M.D.&Gyandev Rich McCord, Ph.D.
There are many reasons people experience sleeplessness. The causes could range from emotional stress (anger, jealousy, worry, fear, insecurity, resentment, hurt), watching too much stressful TV before bed, pain in your body from injuries, anxiety, depression or drinking to many cups of coffee during the day. Insomnia can also be an age-related problem and it does seem that the older I get, the more difficult it is to get to sleep. Having a new kitten has taught me a lot about the joys of sleep and Meesa also seems to love sitting on the edge of my yoga mat while I do yoga.
I have noticed a direct correlation between emotional stress and a lack of sleep. When the mind is overly active trying to solve problems, it can be very difficult to fall into a restful sleep. Even answering e-mails later in the evening seems to keep me awake longer.
Yoga can magically alleviate emotional stress and give you a center of calm and a place to relax completely into the moment. It is a way of loving yourself and nurturing your body and soul. Yoga is very much about "time for you." It is a beautiful escape into your own personal power and into a place where you can feel complete peace and a sense of joy.
This book contains excellent advice from an acclaimed professional yoga teacher and an experienced medical doctor.
You will find information on the reasons people can't sleep, what the body does while we sleep, how sunlight and darkness affect sleep patterns, how to create good sleep habits, the secrets of a great night's sleep, relaxing Ananda Yoga Postures and affirmations, breathing exercises to lead you into sleep, what to do when you wake up in the middle of the night and want to go back to sleep and if you should consider a snack before bed and what type of snack?
So, if you are tired of taking sleep medications, give yoga a try. You can incorporate this into your regular exercise routine or daily routine. I like walking first to get the nervous energy out of my body. Walking also seems to make me happier and when I'm happier, I sleep better.
Yoga is a healing therapy that can truly help you to sleep. That is why I generally do relaxing yoga workouts in the evening. There are many different styles of yoga and you may find that one style invigorates your body, while a gentle practice will lead you to a place of complete joy and peaceful sleep. A cup of relaxing herbal tea and a quiet space with candles also seems essential to the process.
Gyandev McCord has also created videos to teach the Ananda Yoga routines. Look for Yoga for Busy People and Yoga to Awaken the Chakras. I found that imagining colors inside your body is actually very healing and relaxing. It might sound different, but it definitely works for me.
~The Rebecca Review
Also recommended:
The Metabolic Plan - Good advice for staying young and balancing your life.
Natural Health Magazine Complete Guide to Safe Herbs - Information on Valerian, Kava Kava and Chamomile.
Ali MacGraw Yoga Mind&Body - Hypnotic musical score.
Crunch Candlelight Yoga - Relaxing candles and soothing stretching poses.
Hemalaya Behl's Yoga for Urban Living - Evening Bath helps you relax completely.
Yoga Zone Flexibility&Stress Release - At the end of this workout I can truly say I enter a state of bliss. 』 『Insomnia is one of the most common health complaints in America. Routines and advice aresimple, easy-to-understand, succinct, non-sectarian, and require no priorknowledge or practice of yoga. Four-color photographic illustrations throughout, presentedin a beautiful gift-book format.Topics covered include types, causes, and treatments of insomnia how to create good sleephabits instructions for simple yoga postures and breathing exercises to lead you into sleeepeverything you wanted to know about sleep and a bibliography or more resourses.』
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BookSurge Publishing
Usually ships in 24 hours 『'The wall' seems to be a metaphorical dead end on the spiritual way; however, we can interpret this metaphor literally. When a disciple is forced to interact with himself, he finds himself in front of a blind wall without his teacher, besides the wall becomes the dependable means for reflection. Actually, there is nobody outside you, if your Self is all-inclusive. Extremity is similar to inspiration; and after a brief irresolution you ask an inevitable question: how to work with the wall which blocked your path? Hatha Yoga is profoundly symbolical like any practice rooted in mystical Tantrism. In order to get outside of 'the wall' in the general sense, you should approach a real wall. . . And as a simplest solution you can practice yoga 'with the support of a wall'. Nevertheless the situation is not completed in the same way, since the wall extricates from a block to vertical, establish new dimension for life and practice.』
IPhone 3G used's review (Great book for parents) 『I have a new favorite children's yoga book-Yoga for You and Your Child. With poses named for animals and an emphasis on exploration of the body, Yoga is a discipline naturally favored by children, if they are taught in such a way that nurtures their creative spirit. As someone who has taught yoga to children, I find that an approach that is not only serious, but also playful, works most effectively to both spark a child's interest in the practise of yoga and allow them to benefit from the mind-focusing, stress-reducing, and spiritual awakening and support provided by the discipline of yoga.
This book, Yoga for You and Your Child, by Mark Singleton, is a welcome addition to the literature of teaching children yoga. It is unique in its approach, writing to parents and children together, inviting them to practice jointly. The book includes creative poses with enticing names like rocket, half moon, pigeon king, kicking mule, spider, big and little butterfly, cradling the baby, walking the dog, toad walking, and swamp monster. Singleton deftly describes yoga games including tag, obstacle races, whodunit yoga, and a day in the life, to keep a child's interest focused on the practise. He not only explores the physical side of yoga, but includes information on teaching pranayama-the breath techniques of yoga, as well as meditation, relaxation techniques, the gift of attention, and an explanation of how yoga can be brought into the classroom.
The pictures and graphics in the book are engaging and beautifully done. The photos of children and parents practicing yoga together are not only easy to follow but capture the playful-and sometimes mischievous spirit of young yogis. If you are a parent, even if you don't do yoga now, buy this book to inspire the practise of yoga at home with your child. If you do yoga, buy this book for a wealth of creative ideas and hours of fun reading.
』 『The step-by-step guide to enjoying yoga with children of all ages』
IPhone 3G used's review (Not much more than okay) 『Will you be more flexible and stronger having done 7 weeks of this program? Yes, but a qualified yes.
The book claims you need only 30 minutes a day. The amount of time each activity takes is debatable. If you are brand new to yoga, you will spend a lot of time flipping between reading the instructions, and attempting the pose, and then stopping part way through the activity to double check the text again. You almost need a tape or video of someone reading the instructions to you. (An example single step is: "Bring your legs back to the center, bend your knees, roll onto your left side and sit up. Straighten your legs out to the side, in line with your hips, and place both palms flat on the floor in front of your hips.")
A good chunk of the book is breathing exercises and visualization exercises (Example: "Imagine that you are walking along a beach. You see a path in the sand dunes that leads to an old house...") Not everyone enjoys visualisation exercises, so think about whether or not this is what you want in a book.
Target Audience: People who want to become more flexible, and enjoy quieting their mind with breathing exercises and visualizations. This is not right book for you if your primary goal is to burn fat.』
(Almost a winner) 『I think that this book as a wonderful goal; to use the traditions of hatha yoga to loose fat, gain muscle, and improve flexibility. As far as I can tell the author might have achieved all of those objectives. However, the book is unusable. Success with yoga requires moving and holding positions fairly precisely. Doing the movements incorrectly not only reduces the effectiveness of the position, but it may cause the practitioner physical harm. The illustrations used in this book were all but useless. I could not figure how to assume the positions based on the illustrations and their accompanying description. Unless you really know the author's approach to yoga, I would suggest that you avoid this book.』
(Informative Yoga Book) 『I agree with the first reviewer. This book does need more drawings. This books gives information I haven't seen anywhere else. I have the author's book Yoga builds bones and have found it quite useful. Many yoga books try to sell you things. These books don't. I do wish there was a video. I have followed this book for 4 weeks and I can truly tell a difference.』
(My review after day 1) 『After only one day of this work out, I feel amazing. My legs feel long with a line of strong muscles all the way down. I can feel the results now, but I'm sure I will see the results in the future. (And my husband loved to watch!) I have only 3 complaints so far: 1. I needed someone to read the steps to me for each exercise because they tend to be rather involved. 2. 30 minutes was not enough time. I needed about 45 minutes to be able to complete all the repititions and another extra 15 minutes if I wanted to do the suggested meditation. 3. The exercises needed pictures for each of the various steps involved in the exercise rather than just one picture. Some of the moves, I had to hope was right. I'm going to have to draw stick figures in myself, I guess.』 『Yoga is not only an effective strength training exercise that carries the benefits of weight lifting without the stress and strain, but it also helps regulate the endocrine system. The flow of hormones is a large determinant of how much we eat, and yoga works to not only increase muscle strength and metabolism, it also suppresses appetite, reduces cravings, and creates a general sense of well-being that eliminates emotional eating. This book offers simple yoga routines that don't require any special equipment that can be done in the privacy of one's own living room. Building on the success of books like Miriam Nelson's Strong Women Stay Slim, YOGA BURNS FAT shows readers how to slim down and shape up while reveling in the serenity of yoga.』
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