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Hunter House Inc.,U.S. Yoga Exercises For Teens by Helen Purperhart
Yoga provides not only an excellent lowimpact workout it also helps young people in key areas such as body awareness flexibility concentration stress reduction and selfexpression. The exercises and games in this easytofollow guide are specifically designed to fit the needs of teenagers and to show teens how to work out and train their bodies in a relaxed way. It requires no advance knowledge or preparation and can be used by anyone working with teens between the ages of 10 and 20. The exercises are divided into static postures dynamic postures and exercises in pairs. There are also visualization and meditation exercises based on the four elements of nature as well as an introduction to the basics of yoga philosophy. The book can be used with large and small groups or as part of a parentteen activity. Practicing yoga together is a perfect opportunity for parents and teens to exercise talk and spend time together in a healthy positive manner.