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“The goal which all the Vedas declare, which all austerities aim at, and which men desire when they lead the life of continence … is Om. This syllable Om is indeed Brahman. Whosoever knows this syllable obtains all that he desires. This is the best support; this is the highest support. Whosoever knows this support is adored in the world of Brahma.” ~ Katha Upanishad I
In Depth Articles
- Yoga and Stress Reduction
- What is Om
- What is Namaste
- What are Chakras
- Words heard in a Yoga Class
- 10 essential foods for good health
- Frequently Asked Questions about a Yoga Class
Recommended Yoga Resource Sites
- Yoga Alliance – Yoga Day USA- Yoga Alliance is the only national organization by which all certified Yoga Teachers are registered with.
- Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health – The premier Yoga and Health retreat center in the Northeast, located in the Berkshires. The site is very comprehensive and many of the leading experts in the fields of Yoga and Health conduct seminars, classes and retreats at Kripalu. The center is open to the public and the website has a calendar listing all events for each month.
- Dharma Mitra 908 poses - The famous 908 poses performed by Dharma Mitra himself.
- Yoga Poses (Asanas) – The Yoga Journal site has a comprehensive list of Hatha Yoga poses. The site also offers a variety of articles and even a magazine subscription.
- Different Styles of Yoga - This site explains the different styles of Yoga in an easy to understand manner.
- YOGA and Mesothelioma Prognosis – A very detailed site that explains everything you may want to know about Mesothelioma. In particular, how YOGA can benefit patients with this disease.
Nutritional Sites
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Worlds Healthiest Foods - A wonderful site to learn about natural food and the significance of nutients. A great place to visit often.
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ZICO – ZICO is a coconut based drink that contains the five essential electrolytes your body needs to keep nerves firing, muscles moving and to help manage stress. One ZICO has more potassium than a banana – 15 times more than most sports drinks – to prevent cramping and promote recovery. An all natural drink that you should check out. Also available in The Yogi Coach Store.
Other Favorite Sites:
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Jennifer Phelan Pilates – A talented certified power pilates instructor in Boston that just so happens to be my daughter
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Abby Brack – A superb photojournalist that has experienced so much at such a young age
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North End Yoga – The place for yoga in Boston’s north end, owned by two gifted yogini’s
Suggested Reading
- Yoga and the Quest for True Self by Stephen Cope.
- The Science of Yoga by Shri Yogendra.
- Hatha Yoga Simplified by Shri Yogendra.
- Yoga Hygiene Simplified by Shri Yogendra.
- Kripalu Hatha Yoga Book by Christopher Ken Baxter – This is an illustrated book and presents 26 postures that provide a complete, well-rounded practice for beginners and experienced Yoga students.
- Yoga Asanas Simplified by Shri Yogendra – the founder President of the Yoga Institute of Santacruz, Mumbai.
- The Yoga Tradition by George Feuerstein, a comprehensive book of over 700 pages on the history, literature, philosophy and practice of all traditions and branches of Yoga.
- The Shambhala Guide by George Feuerstein, a short introductory book on Yoga.
- The Shambhala Encyclopedia of Yoga by George Feuerstein, a collection that provides a methodical summary of the complex Yoga tradition and all its key concepts.
- The Tree of Yoga by B. K. S. Iyengar, which uses the symbol of the tree to explain various yogic paths.
- Yoga by Judith Lasater- It examines the moral principles and practices of Yoga, as everyday application.
- Yoga as Philosophy and Religion by S N Dasgupta.
- Yoga by Bouanchou, a translation of and practical commentary on the Yoga-Sutra of Patanjali.
- Tantra- the Path of Ecstasy by George Feuerstein, a systematic summary of the teachings of the important but widely misunderstood branch of Yoga called Tantrism.
- Meditation for Dummies by Stephan Bodian, a useful practical introduction to Yoga’s central art of meditation.
- Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda- a popular and inspirational account of the amazing life of a modern master of Yoga.
- The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga by Swami Vishnu-Devananda.
- Meditation and Mantras by Swami Vishnu-Devananda.
- Yoga for Women Simplified by Smt Sitadevi.
- Bliss Divine by Swami Sivananda.
Books are available at The Yogi Coach Store

