Yoga Mat Companion 4: Anatomy for Arm Balances and Inversions

by Ray Long

Master the science behind the arm balances and inversions of Hatha Yoga. Dr. Ray Long guides you on a visual narrative through the anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology of this ancient art, decoding each pose along the way. The Mat Companion series provides you with beautifully illustrated, step-by-step instructions on how to use scientific principles to obtain the maximum benefit from your practice. Each book includes the Bandha Yoga Codex, a simple five-step process that can be applied to any pose to improve strength, flexibility, and precision -- no matter what style of yoga you practice.

Genres: Reference

224 pages, Paperback

First published December 22, 2010

Reviews

[Adam R. Bourne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Thorough

Perfect way to learn these postures at a deeper level. The detail in the drawings and descriptions is so helpful.

[Cheyenne · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book for yoga teachers and practitioners

[Jess Hilfer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great visuals for learning anatomy

[Michael Blackmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series of books. I skimmed through more quickly all four volumes but I will definitely follow up with them again and again since it is such an excellent reference. Amazing breakdowns of asanas and the individual muscle actions (and reactions) to moving more fully into them.

[Connie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The whole series is very similar, just covers different poses. My only complaint is that I wish there were more books to cover more poses. :)