Beth Shaw's Yogafit (Beth Shaw)

Beth Shaw, Founder of YogaFit, a program that trains and certifies people to teach fitness based yoga in health clubs throughout the US, has just released a new version of her book, Beth Shaw's YogaFit. She calls it a program for a more powerful, flexible, and defined physique. YogaFit is based on a vinyasa flow style of yoga that provides a challenging physical workout. Her book provides a comprehensive, user-friendly introduction to hatha yoga and guide to the YogaFit system, clearly and concisely. The first part of the book is called "Preparing for YogaFit." Here the basics are covered including a discussion of yoga's benefits, the philosophy of yoga, how to prepare for doing yoga, required yoga equipment, breathing concepts and the YogaFit approach to yoga pose sequencing. It also includes a review of The YogaFit Seven Principles of Alignment, an integral aspect of the YogaFit system. The Seven Principles of Alignment, coupled with the fitness based format of warm-up, workou... Read more

Beth Shaw's Yogafit is an excellently written book to assist those new to yoga or those who have been practicing for years. Descriptions of yoga breathing and poses are concisely written and the photos are helpful to identify proper form and technique. I highly recommend this book as a learning tool and a reference as you continue on your journey of yoga practice.

Beth Shaw's 2nd edition is put together so fluidly in an easy to follow manner, it is a great buy for the experienced yogini or the beginner student. With an introduction to meditation and additional breathing exercises, this book is great for any fitness professional or experienced yoga teacher's library. As a personal trainer, I feel comfortable recommending it to my clients, with each pose safely broken down. Over 70 poses, and sequencing of these poses, flows and suggestions relative to specific sports, many modifications, multiple photos and easy directions clearly explained, it is chock full of info.

Beth Shaw's latest edition is easy to follow, in depth, inspirational and a note worthy addition to any Yogi's library. It truly unites Yoga and Fitness into one, keeping in mind safety and consistency for the novice yogi or extra knowledge for the more experienced one. In addition to speaking to the essence of Yogafit and how to effectively life a yogic life in today's world, it also provides a guide for a yoga practice depending on your sport or exercise of choice. So, if you are a basketball player, it gives you the best way to practice yoga to improve the overall flexibility, strength and balance for this modality. This book is a definate buy, for you or as a gift!

This book is not only about Yoga, but about ways to keep your body injury free. I coach high school boys Cross Country and Track Teams and use the Seven Priciples of Alignment as a guide for all of their warm-ups and cool down. If you listen to your body whisper - you won't hear it scream. Get the book today.