Yoga for Beginners, DVD - Barnes & Noble

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"Beginner's Pose Guide": begin your workout at any point or receive additional instruction on individual poses; "Putting It All Together": practice the poses in continual succession; "Yoga Practice Guide": 46-page companion booklet to learn about yoga with a complete description and benefit of each pose; Bonus 85-minute "Yoga for Flexibility" workout to take your practice to the next level

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The second installment of Yoga Journal's Yoga Practice series focuses on yoga poses and exercises which lengthen and condition the muscles of the body to increase range of motion and flexibility. The video consists of two 30 minute routines: back stretches and front stretches. As this series was designed to be a continual yoga learning process, the poses and stretches in these workouts are more advanced and meant to be implemented gradually over time. Instructor Patricia Walden demonstrates the stretches carefully and stresses that the student should set goals and practice often. The workouts can be done individually or as an hour long exercise. The best results are achieved when these exercises are combined with other yoga workouts from the series. Yoga blocks are used in the workouts, but chairs, rolled blankets or phone books make good substitutions. ~ Heather M. Fierst, All Movie Guide All Movie Guide

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Really like Patricia Walden's approach. Good for beginners learing poses.by nsain

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August 15, 2009: This was the first DVD I got when I started yoga and I lucked out because I really like her manner and knowledge. She actually studied with one of the masters in India in the 60's. So she is direct lineage to the master teacher and she has been doing this a long time.

More importantly, she has a very calming way of teaching and instructs in away that makes me concentrate on the right things as I do the poses. She is now older, and as an older person myself, that is inspiring. I like the way she takes her time in explaining everything well. She also sits in a pose long enough for me to start to get the muscles loosened. To me, she is very graceful and that is inspiring in my practice.

GAIAM does a good job with adding some extras like an interview with Patricia and a short workout.

IT WORKED FOR THIS BEGINNERby Anonymous

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January 21, 2007: As a real beginner and never having done poses or correct breathing, I find this yoga experience to be very positive. Every time I have difficulty, I can just do it again. The instructor is very happy because she doesn't know. This beats trying out yoga in a gym and trying to keep up with everyone else.

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The second installment of Yoga Journal's Yoga Practice series focuses on yoga poses and exercises which lengthen and condition the muscles of the body to increase range of motion and flexibility. The video consists of two 30 minute routines: back stretches and front stretches. As this series was designed to be a continual yoga learning process, the poses and stretches in these workouts are more advanced and meant to be implemented gradually over time. Instructor Patricia Walden demonstrates the stretches carefully and stresses that the student should set goals and practice often. The workouts can be done individually or as an hour long exercise. The best results are achieved when these exercises are combined with other yoga workouts from the series. Yoga blocks are used in the workouts, but chairs, rolled blankets or phone books make good substitutions. ~ Heather M. Fierst, All Movie Guide

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Created by Yoga Journal, one of America's most respected yoga magazines, this video is the most comprehensive step-by-step introduction to yoga practice. The first in the six-part Yoga Practice series, this workout teaches the basic poses and breathing techniques of this ancient Hindu practice. Instructor Patricia Walden demonstrates the flowing routine of 23 yoga poses, which includes standing poses for strength and flexibility, seated poses for spinal alignment, inverted poses to calm the body and spirit, and deep relaxation techniques. Walden teaches in a steady, well-paced manner, taking time to stress proper form and how to breathe during each movement. Walden has a soothing voice which -- combined with the subtle music -- enhances the tranquil setting in the desert of Death Valley. When practiced regularly, yoga improves balance and flexibility, reduces stress and muscle tension, raises emery levels, and promotes inner peace. ~ Heather M. Fierst, All Movie Guide

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UPC: 029956907201
Source: GAIAM
Language: English
Time: 3:00:00
Sales Rank: 2,438

This set contains DVDs which may be available separately:

Yoga Journal: Yoga Practice for Beginners
Yoga for Flexibility

Features:

"Beginner's Pose Guide": begin your workout at any point or receive additional instruction on individual poses; "Putting It All Together": practice the poses in continual succession; "Yoga Practice Guide": 46-page companion booklet to learn about yoga with a complete description and benefit of each pose; Bonus 85-minute "Yoga for Flexibility" workout to take your practice to the next level

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Side #1 --
Yoga for Beginners Workout
   Prologue
   Workout
Beginner's Pose Guide
   Open Pose Guide
      Sitting Pose
      Child's Pose
      Dog Pose
      Mountain Pose
      Triangle Pose
      Triangle Pose #2
      Side Stretch
      Side Stretch #2
      Standing Forward Bend
      Proud Warrior
      Standing Forward Bend #2
      Proud Warrior #2
      Extended Leg Stretch
      Extended Leg Stretch #2
      Standing Forward Bend #3
      Dog Pose #2
      Dog Pose #3
      Staff Pose #4
      Sitting Forward Bend
      Cobbler's Pose
      Supported Shoulder Stand
      Relaxation Pose
Workout Guidelines
Special Features
   Bonus Workout: "The Practice: Putting It All Together"
      Play Bonus Workout
   Interview With Patricia Walden: "The Beginner's Mind"
   Bonus Program!: Yoga for Flexibility
      Session One: Backbends
      Session Two: Forward Bends
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      Warmup
      Introduction
   About Patricia Walden