I am a mostly casual yogini, probably at an advanced beginner to intermediate level, but I am always interested in expanding my knowledge and improving my form. As you can see from the reviews which precede mine, this book comes highly recommended, and I must add my own kudos. Author David Coulter has done an amazing job of breaking down a huge amount of scientific information on anatomy and communicating it in a readable, relevant form. In each chapter, Coulter first presents applicable anatomical concepts and then relates these concepts to specific posture groups. He frequently guides the reader through brief asana exercises to better illustrate particular areas of focus in the body; I found these exercises to be especially helpful. Clear black and white photos accompany many of the text's asana descriptions, and the various anatomical illustrations provide supplemental information. I admit that some of the more detailed anatomical discussions were well over my head, but this is due to my own shortcomings, not those of the author. Even with this limitation, I found this book to be extremely educational; yoga teachers and more advanced practitioners are likely to derive even more benefit from this comprehensive manual.Product Description
A manual for students, teachers, and practitioners - an authoritative and comprehensive correlation of hatha yoga with anatomy and physiology. A cornucopia of readable and reliable information by a Ph.D. anatomy professor and long-time yoga practitioner. Detailed analysis of postures, breathing, and other practices with many photos and illustrations, full glossary, and anatomical index61/4" x 91/4" / 623 pages. Hardback.
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