The Yoga Manual

by Jen Murphy

With The Yoga Man(ual), you'll have everything you need to step on the mat with confidence. Are you curious about yoga but don't know how to get started? Intimidated by all the chanting and breathwork, or worried that you can't even touch your toes? Let The Yoga Man(ual) be your guide. This approachable book covers everything from the basics and benefits of yoga to how to master a handstand, and includes dozens of essential poses you need to develop your own practice--whether at the studio, at home, or on the road. Throughout the book are tips from top instructors, professional athletes, and executives, as well as stories from regular guys who have gone from yoga-adverse to yoga-obsessed.

188 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2017

Reviews

[Kaelah · Rating 2 out of 5]

A mediocre introduction to yoga as physical exercise to men who feel embarrassed to try it. Or maybe I thought it was lackluster because I’m not the target audience.

[Daniel Hollands · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this so interesting and useful that I read it all in a single day. As someone that’s new to yoga, and intimidated by the idea of going to classes full of people (mostly women) far better than I - I found this to be a really good introduction, explaining all the whats, whys, hows, and whens in plain English.

A few of the other books I’ve read on the subject jump right into routines, whereas what I wanted was something which explained why I’d do particular routines, and how to get the most out of them, and on that front, this book delivered.

I definitely recommend this book.