Integral yoga

Ashtanga Yoga is often thought of as a purely physical practice but asana (physical postures) is just one of the 8 limbs of yoga. This and the other 7 ‘limbs’ basically act as guidelines on how to live a meaningful and purposeful life. They serve as a map for moral and ethical conduct and self…

Explore Integral Yoga is a comprehensive overview of the global organization founded in 1966 by Sri Swami Satchidananda. The Integral Yoga system synthesizes the various branches of Yoga into a comprehensive lifestyle system. Its aim is to promote the harmonious development of every aspect of the individual. The six branches of Integral Yoga are powerful tools to encourage wellness and self-mastery. Its results are subtle, profound, and measurable.

The objective of pranayama, or breathing exercises, is to teach the ability to properly inhale, exhale, and retain your breath. There are different branches of pranayama dedicated specifically for inhalation, exhalation, and breathing retention.

This book is the most comprehensive text ever published on yoga. It contains a complete course of 36 structured lessons on all the practices of integral yoga. The lessons were compiled from the teachings given by Swami Satyananda Saraswati and are useful as a practical and theoratical guide for all...