Yoga has been practiced for more than five thousand years, and close to eleven million Americans are enjoying its health benefits currently. However, those who are not height/weight proportionate have been excluded from trying yoga to improve all aspects of their lives. Unfortunately, there are very few yoga classes that are geared toward those who are plus-sized. After clearly explaining the components of Kundalini Yoga and how to practice yoga and meditation at home, the book then details nine postures, seven yoga sets, and eight meditations. Guidance is provided on possible challenges the plus-sized might experience. There are even short (three-minute) meditations for those who don’t have time to meditate. Those with smaller waists will
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Review by S V SWAMY for Plus-Sized Yoga: Beginners Yoga for People of All Sizes
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The book attracts your attention with its size, in tune with its title. It is a plus-sized book but is quite readable. It is not meant to be carried around in your coat pocket or purse but can be comfortably read at home. Almost all the exercises (Asanas, Mudras etc. ) are meant for practicing at home.
The book has 225 pages and has three main parts. Part One – In a Class by Yourself has 64 pages and has two meanings, one that each of us is unique and it is always good to remember that when we feel too much stereotyped and also because at home, we are indeed in a class of our own, with the author / instructor preferring to communicate in spirit and through the book! The first part has an Introduction, the Benefits of Kundalini Yoga, Terms to learn, Practicing Kundalini Yoga at Home, Mudras, The Body Locks, Breathing, Mantras, How to Meditate, The Importance of Relaxation and Tuning In – Connecting to the Teacher Within.
Part Two has some postures (Asanas), Kriyas (Breathing Exercises), Meditations and an interesting topic, “I don’t have time to meditate” Meditations etc.
Part Three is titled, Be Happier Now! and deals with physical and psychological issues of being Plus-Sized, issues of Self-Judgment, dealing with judgment of others etc.
All in all, it is a very interesting book and will be useful if you are interested in Yoga, Meditation, Breathing Exercises etc. The system presented in this book is attributed to Yogi Bhajan (the author is a student of that Yogi). While I am familiar with many of the concepts presented here, I hasten to add that I am not a follower of this or for that matter any system of Yoga that deals with physical Asanas, Mudras etc. I am a follower of Bhakti Yoga (the path of devotion) and am a Reiki Master / Spiritual Healer etc. I only use breathing techniques for relaxation and if needed for energy improvement. Thus, I have not tried and tested the specific techniques given in this book but as the author mentions in his acknowledgement the techniques have indeed been tried and tested by quite a few people mentioned by name.
If you are looking for a safe and effective method for improvement of health (physical and more importantly emotional), this book may appeal to you. I suggest that you check it out at a near by book store.
I would have preferred this book to be half its size so that it can be carried to a class if needed or some of the Mudras and breathing techniques could be used while travelling. I also suggest that such books are malso made available in electronic form (esp. suited for a mobile phone) so that you have access to the information on the move.
Review by Bobby Knight for Plus-Sized Yoga: Beginners Yoga for People of All Sizes
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(No, I’m not the basketball coach.) I’ve ordered this book, but since the book only went on sale today, I obviously have not read it yet. I recently had occasion to spend some time with the author though, and I’ve got to say, if the book is as pleasant and inspirational as that meeting, I would recommend it to anyone. I also think this is going to be a great way for me to get started with yoga, and not only because of body size. I am greatly looking forward to getting this one delivered! By the way Donald, I’ve ordered the writing software you recommended and I’m ready to get started.
Review by Laura Terry for Plus-Sized Yoga: Beginners Yoga for People of All Sizes
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Full disclosure: I am the editor of this book – but I don’t benefit financially from your purchase. Anyway, I’ve read this book over and over (and over) again, of course! When I assert that it really is for people of all sizes, I mean that the non-yoga section of the book speaks to all of us humans, plus-sized or not. I was inspired, comforted, you name it, each time I read it. And the modified yoga makes getting started easier for those who, even if they aren’t “plus-sized,” are not as limber or in shape as the talented (and physically gifted) professionals shown in your typical yoga magazine or book. I look forward to hearing from folks who have benefited from this book!