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  • Genre:HEALTH & FITNESS
  • SubGenre:Yoga
  • Language:English
  • Pages:128
  • Paperback ISBN:9780999218907

The Yoga Fix

Harmonizing the Relationship Between Yoga and Modern Movement

by Jim Heafner and Keith Allen

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Overview

While the amazing practice of yoga has ancient roots, our modern society is drastically different. The Yoga Fix deconstructs the common misalignments that occur in a standard yoga practice. This book combines the physical therapy and movement expertise of Dr. Heafner with the skillfulness of yoga teacher Keith Allen. The Yoga Fix takes readers through 40+ poses, identifying both the Eastern and Western approaches to the practice. Yoga is not broken, but certain postures needed to be fixed! Whether you are new to yoga or an expert teacher, The Yoga Fix will help you safely take your practice to the next level.

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Description
Yoga is medicine for many people. It provides immense physical and mental benefits that are unmeasurable. But, what if the movements in your practice are creating poor repetitive patterns that actually increase your risk of injury? While the amazing practice of yoga has ancient roots, our modern society is drastically different. The Yoga Fix deconstructs the common misalignments that occur in a standard yoga practice. This book combines the physical therapy and movement expertise of Dr. Heafner with the skillfulness of yoga teacher Keith Allen. The Yoga Fix takes readers through 40+ poses, identifying both the Eastern and Western approaches to the practice. In these pages you will discover: 1) How to perform yoga in a safer manner for your spine and body 2) Why misalignments can lead to pain or injury over time 3) Movement cues that will strengthen your practice 4) How to develop a practice that will last a life time Yoga is not broken, but certain postures needed to be fixed! Whether you are new to yoga or an expert teacher, The Yoga Fix will help you safely take your practice to the next level.
About the author

Jim Heafner earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University. He is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and trained in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) and Functional Movement Screening (FMS) systems. His educational and clinical background have made him an expert in manual and manipulative physical therapy as well as functional movement. Currently, Jim is owner and lead Physical Therapist at Heafner Health Physical Therapy in Boulder, CO. His company specializes in Orthopedics, Manual Therapy, Chronic Pain Management, Functional Movement, and Patient Education. Learn more about Jim's Physical Therapy practice at www.heafnerhealth.com

Keith Allen's mission statement is to guide others to believe in themselves, find freedom, and achieve greater peace of mind with their own unique yoga practice. Keith completed his first 200-hour teacher training at the Yandara Yoga Institute in Mexico and has since studied extensively from different teachers, lineages, and styles around the world. He currently resides in Boulder, Colorado where he teaches primarily Vinyasa and Hot yoga. For Keith, yoga is about connecting deeper to who we are and leaving the practice happier to be alive. His classes balance a meditative flow with safe alignment to maintain a sustainable and beneficial practice. In addition to yoga, Keith is passionate about travel, skiing, creating art, and music.