A Beginner’s Guide To Yoga

As we march into this bright new millennium, we’re
constantly reminded of the fusion of east and west.
Whether it’s through satellite television programming that
beams in productions from different cultures, enjoying books
and music from distant lands that, only a generation or two
ago, couldn’t be accessed, and – of course – communicating
with people across time and space through the Internet and
other telecommunications advancements, the world has
become a much smaller place. Indeed, when Marshall
McLuan coined the term Global Village, even he probably
didn’t envision so much, so fast, so soon.

Table of Contents

What is Yoga?
What Yoga isn't
The essence of Yoga
Yoga and physical health
Why is Yoga beneficial?
The mind-body conneciton
Physical benefits
Psychological benefits
Supporting a healthy lifestyle
Emotional benefits
Pain management benefits
Real people,real benefits
Different kinds of Yoga
Six major types
Advice for beginners
Final note on consistency
Yoga equipment & accessories (mats, towel, bags, straps, etc)
Conclusion