Anatomy of Hatha Yoga is the only modern authoritative source that correlates the study of hatha yoga with anatomy and physiology. Hatha yog...
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Dec 16, 2009
Kimz
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It's a little like reading a stereo manual for fun. I find both anatomy and Yoga fascinating so it's a wonderful resource that will give you a thorough understanding of the inner-workings of the human body in many interesting positions. Sometimes you have to put the book down and get into a Yoga pose; think really hard about what you just read... and then you can say to yourself "Oh yeah, I get it". A MUST have for Yoga instructors!
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Jan 08, 2009
Kelly Jo
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I purchased this book, and kept it for a reference, after suffering from acute migraines that turned out to be caused by occipital neuralgia which in turn was caused by spinal/rib mis-alignment. How I got that way is anyone's guess, but being what it was, I spent some time in physical therapy. My therapist who was also trained in yoga, suggested this book to help me understand the importance of alignment and how yoga can improve your physical well-being. It is detailed, almost to the point of ov
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Jan 07, 2012
Lorraine
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What a great resource. I can't count the times this book provided important information of a highly specific nature. Think of the most obscure question about a pose, this book won't be stumped. It's unstumpable. It's informative and even fascinating. But then again, I'm an anatomy nerd. 8)
Feb 14, 2011
A great resource for my "Experiential Anatomy for Yoga Teachers" class. It is written like a college textbook - you have to be wide awake to read this one! Dr. Coulter was an medical college anatomy professor and experienced yoga practitioner, so he is an expert on the subject.
Jan 12, 2008
Dan
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I'm gonna do yoga...is there a doctor--or at least an anatomy professor in the house? Yes, there is. David Coulter has the answers to all your questions about what can hurt you and what can help you in yoga. He also knows what the "average" person can do so you can plot your progress as you open up your hamstrings.
In more than 500 pages of text and diagrams he tells you much more than the average reader is likely to understand, but if 20% of it is clear to you, you will hav More...
In more than 500 pages of text and diagrams he tells you much more than the average reader is likely to understand, but if 20% of it is clear to you, you will hav More...
Jul 05, 2011
Amberjack
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The newer version has colour-coded pictures, which are more helpful than black and white. Very good descriptions of poses, and pictures of modifications. I think the Maehle books might have better, more in-depth descriptions, though I have not finished either yet.
May 19, 2009
Only read about 1/5th of this book while borrowing it from the library. Decided to pickup my own copy for reference. It's not just about yoga, it's a clinical analysis of the mind/body. You won't be reading about chakras in here.
Apr 03, 2010
Robyn
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A must-have reference book for any hatha yoga teacher. Tough to read cover-to-cover (although it's incredibly informative!) but fabulous to have on the shelf. I've address several students' questions with it.
May 29, 2009
Brad
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Great book for instructors. Picked it up in teacher training and keep it close for quick reference. however, a quick look up turns into a nice long reading.
Sep 28, 2009
Yamaji
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It was my requirement for yoga certificate. It is like my bible for anatomy in yoga.
Oct 04, 2008
Jenae
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Amazingly in-depth analysis of the effects of yoga on breathing, musculature, and the nervous system. Be prepared for serious anatomical lingo. I happened to read this while taking Anatomy And Physiology and it was the best study guide I had. Once you are comfortable with the jargon, this book will help yoga practitioners understand what those poses are supposed to do for and to your body.
Mar 16, 2007
Great book... So good that I will have to read it again. There was no way for my brain to take it all in. At times it was a little to "heady" for me, but there is a ton of info presented here, so much so that it will require most readers to keep the book handy so that they can go back over it from time to time.
Oct 02, 2008
Kristin
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This is an excellent book. Very well written an completely approachable for all levels of practitioners.
My only complaints are it can be hard to find specific bits of information and it can be a bit wordy at times. Still, I refer to it enough that it's a great reference volume.
My only complaints are it can be hard to find specific bits of information and it can be a bit wordy at times. Still, I refer to it enough that it's a great reference volume.
Sep 17, 2008
Wendy
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This book definately is very informative! It goes through each pose and talks specifically about what is going on in your body. It is quite heafty though so it's no basic overview, very detailed.
Aug 19, 2010
Dan
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For reference- but hard to put down when you want to stay on task. If this fine book isn't every ounce definitive, than i guess i'll never know the difference. Score.
Jan 26, 2008
Michelle
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Amazing Reference book.
Seem to only use it as a reference & not as a read through kind of book.
Very useful on how categories of asanas effect the body.
Seem to only use it as a reference & not as a read through kind of book.
Very useful on how categories of asanas effect the body.
Apr 02, 2008
William
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I found this book to be more for reference than reading and at times a little difficult to follow. I suggest it as a good book for an RMT/yoga teacher.
Aug 24, 2007
Who doesn't like coloring books? And, by extension, who wouldn't like a coloring book where you can learn tons of shit about the body from?
Aug 14, 2007
Meghan
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If you do yoga or are thinking about it, this is a great reference book to see what yoga is doing for your body.
Jan 14, 2011
Janel
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This book is written increadibly well. It is an indepth view of the body from the perspective of a yogi.
Oct 26, 2008
Rebecca Sara
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Highly educational and informative. This book proves the medical benefits of Hatha yoga practice.
Jun 20, 2008
Great depth of the asanas and the anatomy but more of a reference book really than a solid read.
Feb 12, 2012
