The body is an energy system with close interplay between breathing, heart beat and brain function. Yoga provides a maintenance service for that system. Described as "the heart of healing", yoga also provides a harmonizing process that leaves no part of the body untouched. In this illustrated, practical guide, Howard Kent demonstrates that yoga is more than just a series of exercises, and that it can be used by anyone to promote their own health and well-being. With comprehensive information on energy, diet and lifestyle, as well as fully illustrated step-by-step guides to the basic asanas, this guide is aimed at anyone interested in taking up yoga.