Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.Sample Book Insights: #1 The three principles of mindful asana practice are alignment, action, and breath. The pose begins after all the actions have been performed. See how much quietness you can find in each pose; experience the pose fully and discover what it has to offer you.#2 Urdhva Hastasana is a pose that energizes the mind and body and teaches proper extension of the arms. It is done by balancing your weight equally between the feet and spreading the toes.#3 The Warrior II pose is the second pose in the Warrior series. It is a pose that is used to strengthen the triceps and the shoulders. It is done by placing a belt over the right shoulder, extending the right arm up to the ceiling, and turning the palm back.#4 To practice balancing, stand in Tadasana with the wall on your right side. Place your left hand on your hip and your right fingertips on the wall, right elbow slightly bent. Bend your left knee and rotate your left thigh out to the side.