Science of Yoga

Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice

Ann Swanson

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01 May 2025

Anatomy; Therapy & therapeutics; Sleep disorders & therapy; Popular science; Exercise & workout books

Updated edition of this bestselling book with new content on breathwork techniques and a new section of therapeutic yoga sequences

Did you know that yoga benefits every system in the body, from joints to hormone response, digestion, and brain function?

Science of Yoga uncovers the facts and explains how to get the most from your practice. Each asana is demonstrated with artworks that reveal the muscle and joint actions below the surface, safe alignment, and much more.

This expanded edition features therapeutic sequences tailored to help relieve common problems, such as back pain, arthritis, and anxiety, including poses that can be performed in a chair.

In addition, a new focus on breathwork shows how optimal breathing both improves yoga performance and provides a coping tool for life.

By: Ann Swanson
Imprint: DK
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 200mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 720g
ISBN: 9780241652398
ISBN 10: 0241652391
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 01 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ann Swanson MS, LMT, C-IAYT, E-RYT500 holds a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy and a licence in massage therapy. After studying yoga in India and tai chi in China, she assisted in a cadaver lab and taught college anatomy. Ann is also the author of the DK book Meditation for the Real World, a YouTube creator, and an international speaker. AnnSwansonWellness.com