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Book SynopsisIn THE THERAPEUTIC YOGA KIT, Cheri Clampett and Biff Mithoefer combine the gentle healing of Therapeutic Yoga and the quiet awareness of a yin practice to present 16 gentle postures that relieve stress and fatigue and promote recovery from injury and illness. Therapeutic Yoga is a blend of Restorative Yoga, gentle yoga, breathwork and meditation that releases the body from the fight-or-flight response caused by traumatic events and life's everyday stresses. A yin practice encourages the attitude of acceptance and helps us leave behind our yang need for constant striving and action. Each pose represents a gentle, adapted posture that is held for 10 minutes or more in a fully supported state. The authors, also, include transitional yoga movements and stretches to perform during the routine to release stiffness, rejuvenate the muscles and lubricate the joints. The 16 posture cards and 75-minute audio CD of guided routines and meditations that accompany the text facilitate the creation of a personalised practice. The authors emphasise achieving total relaxation in the specific postures to activate the body's self-healing abilities. It is in this place of comfort and stillness where true healing begins. · Presents gentle, adapted postures to promote recovery from injury and illness and relief from stress and fatigue · Includes transitional yoga movements and stretches to perform between the postures to release stiffness and lubricate the muscles · Contains a deck of 16 posture cards and a 75-minute audio CD of guided practice
Trade Review"Cheri is a leading light in different kinds of yoga, which she teaches all over the world. Because of her vast experience and her constant openness to learning more, her book can certainly benefit yoga students as well as anyone interested in the healing arts in general." * Laura Huxley, author The Child of Your Dreams *
“As one who has experienced the gentle, healing power of Cheri Clampett’s work, I highly recommend
The Therapeutic Yoga Kit to all those who wish to enjoy greater peace, harmony, and vibrant energy in their lives.” * Gay Hendricks, Ph.D., author of Five Wishes and coauthor of Conscious Loving *
“Cheri and Biff have humbly and honestly tested the techniques they present in
The Therapeutic Yoga Kit. If readers practice the ideas presented in this book they will find many seeds of health and healing.” * Paul Grilley, author of Yin Yoga *
“Simple yoga practices are a blessing in their ability to bringing about profound and lasting healing. Through Cheri Clampett’s intuitive heart and teaching experience,
The Therapeutic Yoga Kit offers us a perfect prescription for abundant well being.” * Nischala Joy Devi, author of The Secret Power of Yoga: A Woman’s Guide to the Heart and Spirit *
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The Therapeutic Yoga Kit is an asset to any yoga practice and a valuable tool for any yoga teacher.” * Ganga White, author of Yoga Beyond Belief, and Tracey Rich, director of White Lotus Yoga Foundation *
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The Therapeutic Yoga Kit offers practical information applicable to anyone and everyone interested in the art and science of yoga. Cheri Clampett and Biff Mithoefer’s creative inspiration is a healing tool for us all to embrace.” * LeRoy R. Perry Jr., D.C., C-Ped., five-time official Olympic Team doctor and president of the Intern *
" . . . the best collection of materials I've seen for practicing yin yoga, yoga therapy, and restorative poses. . . . As a yin yoga teacher who works with seniors and fibromyalgia patients, I can't say enough good things about the therapeutic yoga kit. The kit is accessible for beginners and inspiring for experienced students and teachers." * Jessica Teel, reviewer, Feb 2009 *
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The Therapeutic Yoga Kit conveys the tried and tested techniques of internationally practiced yoga teachers in a personally-adaptable and easy-to-use form." * SirReadaLot.org, Feb 2009 *
"The synergy of the two authors and their intertwining expertise and suggestions, drawn from putting these techniques into practice, offers a treasure trove of wisdom. . . . Clampett and Mithoeffer sketch out a comprehensive map of how to utilize props and blankets to support a variety of body types, ability levels, and circumstances." * Felicia M. Tomasko, RN, LaYoga, March 2009 *
" . . . makes a fine gift choice, or pick, for any individual interested in furthering yoga techniques and applying them to healing." * The Midwest Book Review, April 2009 *
"I found the set easy to comprehend, and the poses are gentle and relaxing. Each pose is held for about 10 minutes, and with the accompanying CD to help walk you through and to provide a lovely musical background, it truly is a stress-relieving set!" * dkMommy Spot, May 2009 *
"If you don't want to go with a DVD and prefer a CD or book for your practices, this one is top of the line for those who need a more gentle supported type of yoga." * The Pagan Review, Jan 2010 *
Table of ContentsForeword by Fred Kass, M.D.
INTRODUCTION
Part 1 The Principles of Therapeutic Yoga THE ANCIENT PRACTICE OF SELF-CARE
THE STRESS RESPONSE AND ITS ANTIDOTE--RELAXATION
How Chronic Stress Affects Your Health
Relaxation: The Antidote to Stress
THE BENEFITS OF THERAPEUTIC YOGA
Stretching
Structure and Function
Emotional Structure
Energy
THERAPEUTIC YOGA AND MEDITATION
How to Meditate
Thanh Thuy’s Apple Juice
THE PRACTICE OF ACCEPTANCE
Part 2 The Practice of Therapeutic Yoga PRACTICING THERAPEUTIC YOGA
Creating a Healing Environment
Comfort and Surrender
Restorative Yoga
The Use of Props
Gentle Yoga
DESIGNING YOUR PERSONAL PRACTICE
How to Use the Therapeutic Yoga CD
How to Use the Therapeutic Yoga Cards
THE THERAPEUTIC YOGA POSTURES
Sequencing Postures in Your Practice
Mountain Brook
Supported Reclining Pose
Supported Bridge
Resting Butterfly
Resting Saddle
Supported Child’s Pose
Resting Dragonfly
Forward Resting Butterfly
Resting Swan
Supported Spinal Twist
Elevated Twist
Resting Half Moon
Waterfall
Supported Final Relaxation Pose
Relaxation Pose with Legs Elevated
Side-Lying Resting Pose
Part 3 Yoga as a Healing Practice WHAT IS HEALING AND WHO IS THE HEALER?
BREATH WORK
Breath Awareness
The Mechanics of Breathing
SELF-MASSAGE AND HANDS ON SELF-HEALING
Gentle Yoga Movements for Self-Massage
Ayurvedic Self-Massage
Healing and Balancing Massage
Massage Techniques
GUIDED MEDITATION
Your Body as a Healing Garden
Relax and Let Go
The Meridian/Chakra Meditation
ADDRESSING INJURY AND ILLNESS
The Spine
Gentle Yoga for the Spine
The Neck
Gentle Yoga for the Neck
The Joints
Gentle Yoga for the Hips
Cancer
Scar Tissue and Adhesions
Appendix 1. Some Sample Practices
Appendix 2. Therapeutic Yoga and Yin Yoga
Appendix 3. Energy Flow in the
Meridians and Chakras
Appendix 4. Therapeutic Yoga and Pregnancy
A Short Glossary of Muscles, Bones, and Medical Conditions
Resources
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
