<p>Fluid Strength™ is a holistic yoga practice that develops whole-body strength and coordination. It develops functional strength, increases energy and refines self-awareness. Through consciously engaging prana, Fluid Strength awakens spontaneous meditation and frequently stimulates a seemingly miraculous release of pain. Rhythmic movement patterns rather than traditional asana are used to cultivate the body. These movements are based on neuromotor principles of functional strength. The potency of the movements is magnified by being infused with vigorous breathing and Ayurvedic healing principles. Traditional and Modern Fluid Strength uses a traditional yoga practice model of resting (savasana) after each movement. This traditional model is echoed in the modern exercise notion of interval training. The resting phase in Fluid Strength is used to cultivate deep systemic quiet and a meditative mind. Accessible and Challenging The Fluid Strength Practice is simultaneously accessible and challenging to all levels of students. Beginning students benefit from the simplicity of the movement patterns. People with a highly trained body discover refined levels of body intelligence and fresh movement potential.</p>

Fluid Strength Yoga Practice: Vitalizing the Body & Resting the Mind

Berton, Faye

Fraser, Jean

Preus, Karin

Religion & Spirituality

Laurel Press

<p>Review\nIn this thoughtfully conceived and well-illustrated book, Faye Berton leads readers from the familiar territory of yoga asana to the place of yoga as a healing art. Her introduction to Ayurveda, sister therapeutic science of yoga, gives readers a satisfying overview of Ayurvedic theory and practice. Embodied Ayurveda for Yoga Practitioners is a meaningful next step for those wishing to expand their understanding of yoga, Ayurveda and inner life.- Rolf Sovik, President & Spiritual Director, Himalayan Institute\nFaye offers a process for connecting to the living intelligence of the body through the lens of yoga and Ayurveda. Yoga and Ayurveda practitioners will discover ways to enhance their discipline with somatic awareness, and somatic awareness practitioners have a way to learn about yoga and Ayurveda in an embodied way. This inspiring book will help people to realize that they have more capacity to improve their health than they thought possible. - Susan Harper, Continuum Montage\nThrough lifelong practice and profound love for yoga and Ayurveda, yogi Faye Berton has performed a great service by writing this book. Embodied Ayurveda for Yoga Practitioners is for anyone who aspires to be a dedicated student of Ayurveda or practitioner of yoga. Faye artfully discusses the intricacies and intersections of yoga and Ayurveda through this book.- Asavari Manvikar, Ayurvedic Doctor; Founder, Minnesota Institute of Ayurveda\nFor years I've been looking for the book that would combine the somatic practice of yoga asana with the healing power of Ayurveda... and here it is! Only a lifetime of study and devoted practice could result in the distillation of this vast body of knowledge into the clear, well-organized and user-friendly guide that Ms. Berton has created. This book will top the list of required reading texts for all the programs at my yoga school!- Amanda McMaine, Essence of Yoga Center\nIn south India -- Kerala especially -- the science of Ayurveda is infused with yoga philosophy and is referred to as Sidha Ayurveda. In the West, Ayurveda is usually taught separately from yoga so practitioners and educator have to integrate the two according to desired ends. The author has wedded these sister sciences through somatic awareness. Since both yoga and Ayurveda rely heavily on energetics this approach creates a seamless integration between them. The book has two sections: one for knowledge and one for practicing the application of the knowledge. If you are looking to give breadth and extension to your healing, this work is a good addition to your health-promoting resources.- Mike Dick, Ayurvedic Practitioner\nAs yoga practitioners, we intuitively adapt our practice to how we are feeling. If we are low in energy we will do a less vigorous practice. A restorative practice is more appealing when we are not feeling well. When we are stressed, we might be attracted to a challenging practice to wash away the tension, or to a gentle practice to soothe our body/mind. All of this is common sense and instinct. The goal of this book is to help people bring this common sense/instinct into full consciousness and, using Ayurveda, further develop it. A beginning practitioner can integrate Ayurvedic principles into their learning of yoga. Established and advanced practitioners will discover a world of subtle adjustments and focuses to add freshness, healing potency and breadth to their practice. Embodying Ayurveda gives yoga practitioners powerful self-care tools and provides yoga teachers with the knowledge of how to tailor practices to the needs of their students.\nFrom the Author\nI came to yoga when I was sixteen. Yoga has been central in my life now for over fifty years. I love the challenge of new and more complex practices and am nourished by the simple and familiar. Yoga philosophy is the world view to which I subscribe.Over the years I have explored many styles of yoga with many different teachers. Years of stu</p>

Embodied Ayurveda for Yoga Practitioners: Increasing the Healing Potential of Yoga

Health, Fitness & Dieting

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Faye Berton

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