{"product_id":"motivational-yoga-9781492588207","title":"Motivational Yoga","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe benefits of yoga are valuable to people of all ages and all fitness levels. Yoga teachers have a responsibility to keep classes fresh and challenging to help students discover their unlimited potential available. Serious yoga students have a \u003ci\u003epersonal\u003c\/i\u003e responsibility to learn the principles of yoga in order to lead a more fulfilling, meaningful life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e simplifies that task with 100 easy-to-follow lesson plans that vary in length. The lessons progress from basic yoga asana and pranayama lessons for beginning students to more advanced material such as mindfulness and meditation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Fully customizable to meet individual student needs, these ready-to-use lessons will save you valuable preparation time. Choose from beginning lessons focusing on body and breath awareness, basic postures, and breathing, or select more advanced instruction on the yamas and niyamas, guided relaxation, the heart center, the chakras, emotions, and mindfulness. Y\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eMotivational Yoga \u003ci\u003eoffers wise and practical words for teachers, reminding us that we are all students, we all need to breathe, and we all need yoga! It’s a wellspring of resources and guidance for yoga teachers, both new and experienced. The consistent sections like Motivation Off the Mat, Wise Words, and Teacher Tips will support yoga teachers in creating a full lesson around each topic.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Julie Chavanu,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of Yoga Tree Consulting and Creator of Yoga Trainers Workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nancy Gerstein helps us look more deeply within the physical postures, outlining the mental and spiritual benefits in accessible, relevant ways. \u003c\/i\u003eMotivational Yoga\u003ci\u003e is a perfect resource for us all, with inspiration and guidance for every level of practice.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Elena Brower, \u003c\/b\u003eBest-Selling Author of \u003ci\u003ePractice You\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eArt of Attention\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Yoga is a deeply personal practice that invites us into our inner selves and the swirling world of emotions. Ancient to modern yoga practices give us the tools for transforming these feelings into clarity, moving from what might at times seem chaotic to a more balanced and joyful life. In\u003c\/i\u003e Motivational Yoga\u003ci\u003e, Nancy Gerstein shows us the way, offering a clear philosophical framework and a set of practices that are adapted to different needs and conditions. I highly recommend this wonderful book to anyone interested in the deeper purposes of yoga for making this life better.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Mark Stephens, \u003c\/b\u003eAuthor of \u003ci\u003eYoga Therapy\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTeaching Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A must-have for every yoga teacher. As yoga teachers, we are not here to guide movement so much as to inspire healthy living. This book is a yoga toolbox, packed with pearls of wisdom that can be shared with all yoga populations. I have never come across a more comprehensive, yet user-friendly, resource for yoga. Highly recommend to teachers and students alike.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jenn Bodnar,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eYoga Digest\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“If you are a yoga teacher or a serious student of yoga, you need go no further for inspiration. This beautifully written book is a profound exploration of how yoga transforms us on every level, and Nancy Gerstein guides us in that transformation. There is deep wisdom here, gleaned from one who has lived her practice, as ever the open-minded student, always the compassionate teacher. Gerstein offers posture sequences and yoga breathing with stunning metaphorical language that will help teachers lead life-changing classes and workshops. Her authenticity and love shine through on every page.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Amy Weintraub, \u003c\/b\u003eFounder of LifeForce Yoga and Author of \u003ci\u003eYoga for Depression\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYoga Skills for Therapists\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Nancy Gerstein is both ready and willing to share her extensive wisdom, experience, and insight with yoga teachers seeking a lifelong practice and profession. In\u003c\/i\u003e Motivational Yoga: 100 Lessons for Strength, Energy, and Transformation, \u003ci\u003eNancy offers a user-friendly practice with tips for teachers as well as powerful suggestions to increase the readers’ motivation in all areas of life. This must-read guide is suitable for yoga teachers of all levels of experience.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Felicia Tomasko,\u003c\/b\u003e Editor in Chief of \u003ci\u003eLA Yoga\u003c\/i\u003e and President and Editorial Director at Bliss Network\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Beginning Lessons\u003cbr\u003e Beginner’s Flow\u003cbr\u003e First Class Facts\u003cbr\u003e Learning Diaphragmatic Breathing\u003cbr\u003e Benefits of Yoga\u003cbr\u003e Softening the Edges\u003cbr\u003e Body Tension\u003cbr\u003e Lengthening the Exhalation\u003cbr\u003e Defining \u003ci\u003eHa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Setting an Intention\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eBreathing Practices\u003cbr\u003e Smiling Breath Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Two-to-One Breathing\u003cbr\u003e Three-Part Exhalation\u003cbr\u003e Ujjayi Breath\u003cbr\u003e Nadi Shodhana\u003cbr\u003e Opening the Left Channel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Asana\u003cbr\u003e Stepping Stone Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Feet\u003cbr\u003e Forward Bends\u003cbr\u003e Backbends\u003cbr\u003e Twists\u003cbr\u003e Headstand\u003cbr\u003e Asana and Acceptance\u003cbr\u003e Asana and Peace\u003cbr\u003e Sequencing a Class\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Salutations in Motion\u003cbr\u003e Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation)\u003cbr\u003e Chandra Namaskara (Moon Salutation)\u003cbr\u003e Star Salutation\u003cbr\u003e Earth Salutation\u003cbr\u003e Salutation to the Self\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Prana\u003cbr\u003e Wave Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Holding On to Prana\u003cbr\u003e Feeling the Flame\u003cbr\u003e Prana and the Focused Mind\u003cbr\u003e Storing Prana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Pranayama\u003cbr\u003e What Is Pranayama?\u003cbr\u003e Benefits of Pranayama\u003cbr\u003e Working With \u003ci\u003eHa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Boosting the Immune System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Motivation\u003cbr\u003e Motivation in Motion\u003cbr\u003e Moving Forward\u003cbr\u003e Morning Gratitude Meditation\u003cbr\u003e Energy Is Your Identity\u003cbr\u003e Transformation\u003cbr\u003e Reframing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Yamas\u003cbr\u003e Yama 1: Ahimsa\u003cbr\u003e Yama 2: Satya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 3: Asteya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 4: Brahmacharya\u003cbr\u003e Yama 5: Aparigraha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eNiyamas\u003cbr\u003e Niyama Flow\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 1: Saucha\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 2: Santosha\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 3: Tapas\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 4: Svadhyaya\u003cbr\u003e Niyama 5: Ishvara Pranidhana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Chakras\u003cbr\u003e Chakra Flow\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 1: Muladhara\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 2: Svadhisthana\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 3: Manipura\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 4: Anahata\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 5: Visuddha\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 6: Ajna\u003cbr\u003e Chakra 7: Sahasrara\u003cbr\u003e Chakras and the Five Tibetans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Mindfulness\u003cbr\u003e Vinyasa for Awakening\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness: The Core of Practice\u003cbr\u003e Paying Attention\u003cbr\u003e Dharana\u003cbr\u003e Mindfulness of Gratitude\u003cbr\u003e Holiday Gratitude\u003cbr\u003e Mindful Eating\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Lessons of the Heart Center\u003cbr\u003e Heart Center Vinyasa\u003cbr\u003e Anjali Mudra: Namaste\u003cbr\u003e Seeds of Love\u003cbr\u003e Expanding the Heart\u003cbr\u003e Reversing Negative Emotion\u003cbr\u003e Self-Love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13. \u003c\/b\u003eEmotions\u003cbr\u003e Emotional Effects of Asana\u003cbr\u003e Frustration in the Body\u003cbr\u003e Empowerment of Change\u003cbr\u003e The Only Constant Is Change\u003cbr\u003e Fear\u003cbr\u003e Letting Go\u003cbr\u003e Clinging to Happiness\u003cbr\u003e Patience\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Workshops\u003cbr\u003e Spring Cleaning Yoga Detox\u003cbr\u003e The Joy of Backbends\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Absolute Beginners\u003cbr\u003e Introduction to Meditation\u003cbr\u003e Transformational Breath\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15. \u003c\/b\u003eYoga for Special Populations\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Kids\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Seniors\u003cbr\u003e Yoga for Athletes\u003cbr\u003e Chair Yoga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16. \u003c\/b\u003ePractices for Home and Office\u003cbr\u003e Design a Practice to 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