Everyone who?s wanted to try Ashtanga Yoga, the fast-paced ?power yoga? so many celebrities enjoy, will welcome this new beginner?s course. In 14 core lessons that combine meditation with energy-packed workouts, students practice, at their own pace, a sequence of postures that develop flexibility, strength, and endurance. Fully illustrated with 250 color photos, it features advice on contraindications; alternatives for working safely and strain-free; quick-reference sheets to use without interrupting the workout?s flow; and intermediate and advanced options. If you want to be healthy, happy, and youthful throughout your life, this is the way to go!