The Power of Breath
The Art of Breathing Well for Harmony, Happiness and Health
by Swami Saradananda
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Pub Date 17 Jan 2017 | Archive Date 15 Feb 2017
Watkins | Watkins Publishing
Description
Breathing is the most fundamental of our body’s physical processes and our most intimate companion—yet most of us give it little to no thought. However, once fully acknowledged and harnessed, the power of the breath is unlimited. It can ease stress and anxiety, boost energy and stamina, enhance self-confidence, sharpen the ability to focus, strengthen the quality of voice, and even relieve pain.
With The Power of Breath, renowned yoga teacher Swami Saradananda aims to give gentle yet powerful guidance on the art of breathing, from the basic practices to its myriad effects on the mind and body. She explores the 5 types of breath and provides breathing exercises for each one:
• Vitalizing (prana)
• Nourishing (samana)
• Expansive (vyana)
• Cleansing (apana)
• Expressive (udana)
She also offers mini programs for targeting specific common ailments and issues such as asthma, skin disorders, depression, lethargy and phobias—plus ways to harness your breath to enhance vocal, dramatic, or sports performance.
With evocative artwork, inspiring photography, and easy-to-follow guidance, this book will enhance and affirm your daily life through the power of breathwork.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781786780188 |
| PRICE | US$20.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 160 |
Featured Reviews
Anna Maria P, Reviewer
Power of Breath The Art of Breathing Well for Harmony, Happiness and Health by Swami Saradananda is a new book released by Watkins this January 17th.
We all know the power of Yoga and the importance of taking some time for ourselves for loving ourselves and for some exercises able to let us connect with the most profound part of ourselves.
The joy, happiness and mental stability able to give Yoga thanks to exercises able to work at a different level if compared to common gym is substantially important.
Breathing and harmonic movements of the body: the most important treat of Yoga is this one.
Every gesture is a synchronization with our breathing and a general knowledge of our self for a general harmonization and wellness of our body, soul and mind.
We don't pay attention at our breathing but it's not just fundamental. Breathing is vital. Without breathing we die.
Good breathing means a good oxygenation for brain and other organs as well.
The book is divided into various sections dear at Yoga: Prana, Samana, vyana, apana, udana.
At the end of the book the author doesn't forget the various illness can affect people suggesting them various exercises for a best breathing without forgetting tips and exercises for all that people involved in music and sport.
Highly recommended.
I thank NetGalley and Watkins for this book.
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