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    Light on Yoga

    B. K. S. Iyengar · 1965

    Light on Yogahas become the bible for hundreds of thousands of people who practice Yoga daily with the Iyengar method, for exercise, meditation, or simply relaxation. With more than 600 photographs depicting all the postures and breathing exercises, it remains the fullest, most practical, and most profusely illustrated guide by the world's foremost yoga teacher. Light on Yogais a comprehensive and definitive source-book for the initiated, as well as the best introduction for the novice who seeks the healthful benefits of Yoga for mind, body, and soul.

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    1. coder4lifeJun 2022
      Enough rope to shoot yourself in the foot - rules for C/C++ programmers - Allen I. Holub https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0070296898/ref=dbs_a_def_r... - explained C++ to me in a way no others did

      SQL for smarties - You like getting shit out of databases? Me too! https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Celkos-SQL-Smarties-Programming/d...

      Light on Yoga/Light on Pranayama (breath control) BKS Iyengar Because you need to know your body better https://www.amazon.com/Light-Pr%C3%A3n%C3%A3y%C3%A3ma-Yogic-...

      A handbook of Chinese healing herbs - Daniel Reid Why? Chinese herbalism is the root of many western drugs. Many still are untranslated to the pill: https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-Chinese-Healing-Herbs-Easy/d...

      Vitality, Energy, Spirit: A Taoist Sourcebook - Kleary https://www.amazon.com/Vitality-Energy-Spirit-Sourcebook-Sha... - protect yourself, your mind.

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    2. papafNov 2016
      Light on Yoga is a good no-nonsense reference:

      https://www.amazon.com/Light-Yoga-Classic-Worlds-Foremost/dp...

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    3. shimshimAug 2014
      I started doing yoga in '94, when I was 14. My mom gave me two books on my birthday: Richard Hittleman's 30-day Yoga Plan and Light on Yoga. They changed my life back then and I continue to practice Iyengar's version of yoga today.
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